Erika’s Lighthouse is a non-profit organization that provides mental health education and resources to schools and communities. One of their many resources is the Compliment Poster, which is a free printable poster that can be used to spread kindness and positivity. The Compliment Poster is a simple but effective tool that can help to create […]
The end of the school year is right around the corner and it brings an exciting time for change and new chapters in students’ lives. Erika’s Lighthouse recognizes this may also be a stressful and overwhelming season for students and teachers. Whether it’s state testing or finals we acknowledge that this may make it harder […]
Take a moment to think back to your health education class (if you even had one). What comes to mind? For many people, memories of health education involve “just say no,” lots of “don’t do (insert behavior here)” and scare tactics. We also often hear that their health education wasn’t engaging, relevant, or all that […]
The Basics “You’re not alone,” a phrase so simple yet it’s the hardest to grasp when struggling with mental health. It’s what I like to call, “the golden rule” of mental health. Whether it’s you who’s battling a mental health disorder or someone you know, it’s still a journey. What matters most is that you […]
Your thoughts play a huge role in how you feel and behave. A lot of times we aren’t even aware of how we are thinking and that is impacting our reactions and emotions. So the more you understand and recognize your thoughts the more power you have to shift your moods and behaviors. […]