The Seen Project

Do you take Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI) or antidepressants? Make sure to stay hydrated this summer! If you take SSRI’s you are at higher risk for heat exhaustion.

How to protect yourself:
•Stay hydrated: Drink water consistently, even if you don't feel thirsty.
•Avoid peak heat: Limit outdoor activities.
•Dress smart: Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-colored clothing.
•Cool down: Use air conditioning, fans, or cooling towels.

Common signs of heat exhaustion:
•Excessive sweating or an abnormal lack of sweat
•Dizziness or lightheadedness
•Nausea or vomiting
•Muscle cramps
•A rapid heart rate or racing pulse

Today let’s remember and honor those who fight for our freedom. 🇺🇸

Remember to be respectful while celebrating limit the use of fireworks (a common trigger for PTSD), Check in on loved ones, and most importantly remember you aren’t alone. ❤️

Veterans Crisis Line: Call or text 988 and press 1, or text 838255.

May is Mental Health Awareness month!

May is an important month to me as I myself struggle with mental health and have lost someone to su***de. This month is used to break the stigma that surrounds mental health. You are never alone. 💚

The 3-3-3 rule can be done in many different ways, here is one example! The 3-3-3 rule is a great grounding activity for stressful situations.

When I was young, people would often ask me, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” I would always say I wanted to be a teacher because I loved school. However, at the age of eight, I was diagnosed with Polycystic Kidney Disease, and at sixteen, I was diagnosed with Depression and Anxiety. Throughout elementary, middle, and high school, I faced questions from teachers and peers about how I would succeed in life despite my frequent absences due to my illnesses. These questions made me question my future until I didn’t see one for myself anymore.

At the age of 16, after receiving my diagnosis of Depression and Anxiety, I took the painful questions and hurtful remarks that had been directed at me and used them as motivation to create The Seen Project. I always wanted to change the world when I was little, I had a vision of me at a podium delivering a speech. Something that would inspire everyone to change their ways of thinking and to be kind to each other.

The Seen Project helped me understand my diagnosis and realize that being “sick” doesn’t limit someone’s ability to achieve success. In fact, it makes their achievements even more remarkable. It provided me with a sense of purpose and helped me see that I do have a future. Through The Seen Project, I discovered my passion for communications and marketing since I had the privilege of meeting the most remarkable people. I am deeply grateful for their support and the impact they have had on shaping me into the person I am today. However, my parents and sister will always hold a special place in my heart as my biggest supporters. They were always there, whether it was a surprise road trip to Harrisburg 3 days before leaving, on live radio and TV, or winning an award.

I cannot imagine where I would be today if I didn’t start The Seen Project. I hold so much love in my heart for this project, all the people i’ve met during it, and worked with because of it. I am excited to see where The Seen Project takes me next. 🎓

Happy Earth Day!! 🌎

Outdoor activities to boost your mental health

•read
•garden
•go on a walk
•park clean up

Today, April 16th is World Semicolon day. Semi colons are commonly used as metaphors for life. An author (a person) to show a pause rather than ending the sentence (life). The semicolon represents hope, continuation and resilience.

The was created by Amy Bleuel in 2013 to honor her father who died by su***de.

Kindness matters. Even a simple act like a smile can have a huge impact on someone’s day, potentially even their entire life. Choose kindness🤗

Today on let’s take time today to remember that your mental wellbeing is equally important as your physical wellbeing. 🌍

You are not weak
You are not alone
You are seen