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The Start of Spring

Spring 2024 has officially begun: a time for travel, nature, and fun. Springtime is an excellent time to clear the mind and focus on self-improvement, mental health, and building motivation to try new things. 

Springtime Mental Health 

As we enter the new season, it's a good time to look at our well-being. The end of winter brings about change, sometimes positive, sometimes negative. It's important not to neglect our mental health or to stop improving it either. The best way to enjoy springtime is a healthy mindset.

"Springtime Mental Health and What it Means for You," an article from northstartransitions.com, goes further in depth about how spring affects the mind. The author also talks about SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder), a mental disorder that affects moods as seasons change through the year.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3U3qjrl 


Spring Activities

There are many ways to enjoy spring and enjoy the sights. Nature is a beautiful resource for self-improvement, healthy living, and re-evaluating one's priorities. New Jersey has many different places to travel to and explore. There are diverse areas to discover, from gardens to beaches to farms, during spring.  

You can read the entire article here: https://visitnj.org/article/10-ways-to-love-spring-new-jersey.

Are you looking forward to spring? Are there any activities you plan to do? Let us know in the comments.

SPAN Youth Chats: Now Monthly!

Join us on the SPAN Youth Chat (For Ages 14-26) monthly on April 17, from 4:15 - 5:00 p.m.: The SPAN Youth Chat for Ages 14-26


Resources...

Link to SPAN's website: www.spanadvocacy.org
Link to SPAN's Youth in the Know Resource Page: Youth in the Know
We're here for you! Call SPAN if you need assistance: 1-800-654-7726.

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