"The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another"

William James

Simply put, stress awareness (if the situation allows) is taking that second to think and realize how we feel in the moment and choose to react/respond in a way that will not put our bodies and minds in a heightened state of emotion.

Did you know?

• 56% of employed US adults report job stability as a source of stress? or

• Around 34% of adults report feeling that stress is completely overwhelming?

As we prepare for each day, one thing to remember is that we matter most to ourselves. Validate your own feelings and give yourself permission to prioritize your health. We encourage you to think of ways to put your health and wellbeing first. No matter what static resonates with you or where you fall on a scale, there are ways to combat stress and resources to help!

Here are a few tips that may help you along your journey:

• Practice breathing exercises to regulate the nervous system

• Engage in physical activity

• Accept that there are things you cannot control and remember to handle one thing at a time

• Seek out social support

• Utilize self help apps

Monthly Writing Prompt

How did I not abandon myself today?

Mental Health Resources
• Veterans Affairs Mental Health: https:// www.mentalhealth.va.gov/

Mental Health America (MHA): https:// www.mhanational.org/

Call or text 988 or text MHA to 741741

Togetherall (Online Mental Health
Community): https:// www.togetherall.com/

Trans Lifeline: https://translifeline.org/
National Mental Health Hotline at 866-903-3787

YouthLine
• 877-968-8491
• https://www.theyouthline.org/
• Text # 839863

Centerstone Military Services
• https://centerstone.org/
• (866) 781-8010

Article Resources:
Statistical sources: Stress Statistics And Facts In 2025 - Forbes Health Stress Awareness Month 2025 Resource Page The Stress Management Society https://fndahelpline.com/countries/us/topics/stress