Breaking Barriers Through Community-Led Mental Health Education

In many communities, mental health is still surrounded by stigma, silence, and misinformation. Wellness Wednesday was created to bridge that gap by offering approachable, evidence-based education and practical coping tools that people can use immediately in daily life.

What Happens in a Session?

Sessions are interactive, respectful, and grounded in real-world needs. Participants learn core concepts (stress, anxiety, emotions), practice skills together, and leave with clear takeaways and next steps.

• Brief psychoeducation: stress, anxiety, emotions, and the mind-body connection
• Skill practice: PMR, grounding, breathing, and regulation tools
• Self-care & routine design: small habits that reduce overload and burnout
• Supportive Q&A: stigma reduction, myths vs facts, and healthy help-seeking

Core Topics Covered

• Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) for anxiety and tension release
• Stress management, nervous system regulation, and recovery strategies
• Emotional regulation skills for daily conflict, overwhelm, and worry
• Healthy boundaries, communication basics, and supportive relationships
• Resilience building: coping plans, values, and realistic goal setting

Impact & Outcomes

Community sessions build confidence, normalize help-seeking, and replace fear with knowledge. Participants often report better emotional awareness, improved coping under stress, and reduced shame around mental health struggles.