July is BIPOC Mental Health Month

Balanced You is recognizing BIPOC Mental Health Month this month and sharing some tools and resources for addressing and supporting the mental health needs of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). Established in 2008 in honor of Bebe Moore Campbell, the formally recognized National Minority Mental Health Awareness month was created to bring awareness to the... Continue Reading →

Balanced You Mindfulness Schedule Summer 2023

Balanced You continues to partner with Mindfulness Northwest to offer free mindfulness classes and workshops to King County employees. All classes are held live on Zoom. Mindfulness is a practice that can help you quiet your mind, find focus, and reduce some of the stress many of us experience.  We have classes available for all employees that... Continue Reading →

Balanced You Virtual Exercise Classes Return

After a brief hiatus, Balanced You and Vivecorp are excited to bring back the Core Conditioning and Yoga online classes! No matter if you want to tone up, get in shape or learn techniques to relax, these classes taught by certified trainers will help you toward your goals. Classes are free to King County employees.... Continue Reading →

Introducing Burnout & Resiliency online training

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, when every facet of our county had to pivot into a new way of working and serving our community, Balanced You has led live trainings around burnout and resiliency. Burnout and compassion fatigue are conditions that can lead to long-term mental and physical health problems and can impact... Continue Reading →

Mental health accommodations for King County employees

King County is committed to supporting employees with mental health conditions in the workplace. For many people, employment is an essential part of our identity, well-being and mental and physical health. Employment provides a sense of purpose and allows us to build connections with others. Fostering a culture that promotes self-care and focuses on mental... Continue Reading →

Mental Health Month: The outdoors and nature

Spending time in nature is linked to many positive mental health outcomes – improved focus, lower stress, better mood, and reduced risk of developing a mental health condition. Most studies on nature and well-being look at green spaces like parks and forests, but researchers are also beginning to look at blue spaces – places with... Continue Reading →

Mental Health Month: Creating a healthy home environment

Mental Health Month is celebrated in May of each year. This year, Mental Health America has focused Mental Health Month on encouraging us to "Look around, Look within,” sharing suggestions on ways to improve our surroundings in order to improve our mental health, and how to seek help for mental health challenges.

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