Benefits of Gratitude
It's so easy to focus on the things going wrong in our lives, or dwell on the bad things we honestly have no control over. It's also very...
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upshiftwithchad
Oct 42 min read
Be a Bridge
You've probably been in a position where someone you know or care about is struggling and you want to help, but don't know how. Maybe you...
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upshiftwithchad
Sep 51 min read
Thoughts > Emotions > Reactions/Actions
The mental process is relatively simple, yet complex at the same time. A situation unfolds, your thoughts begin, emotions follow and then...
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upshiftwithchad
Aug 152 min read
Bullying and Mental Health
I think we can all agree bullying can have negative effects on a person's mental and even physical health. It creates social and...
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upshiftwithchad
Jun 252 min read
Building a Mentally Healthy Company Culture
Employers are increasingly focused on the mental health needs of their workers, and for good reason. There has been a consistent increase...
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upshiftwithchad
Jun 52 min read
Lima Catholic Schools Positive Addiction Run
When we think of addiction, we more often than not think of vices like drugs, alcohol, and gambling. But the Lima Catholic Schools have...
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upshiftwithchad
Jun 51 min read
Pros + Cons of Summer Break
Every May or June summer break arrives and for most it’s much anticipated. Celebration and relief after a rigorous school year, students...
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May 103 min read
Mother's Day
My earliest memory of my mom is her catching me trying to sneak cookie dough from the refrigerator. Another is her taking me into the...
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upshiftwithchad
Apr 251 min read
Happiness vs Joy
The other day as I was driving back from helping someone… I started thinking back on how my day went, and how amazing I felt throughout...
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upshiftwithchad
Apr 111 min read
Decluttering Your Life
You ever notice when you're mentally challenged with life's chaos it tends to trickle into your environment? After a busy day it's so...
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upshiftwithchad
Mar 142 min read
Self-Harm Awareness Month
Self-harm is not usually an attempt at suicide, but it does increase the risk.
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upshiftwithchad
Feb 231 min read
Social Media and Mental Health
Did you know the smart phone is likely the biggest impact on society since the Industrial Revolution? Dr. Phil was recently on The Joe...
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upshiftwithchad
Jan 231 min read
Be Kind to Your Mind... There Are Apps for That!
It's a new year and you can feel your best in 2024 by making your mental health a priority. Whether you need to focus on stress relief,...
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upshiftwithchad
Dec 19, 20232 min read
Conquering the Winter Blues
It's supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, right? So why do so many feel down or depressed? It could be SAD. SAD is...
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upshiftwithchad
Sep 21, 202310 min read
Don't Walk Away
This was a recent article published by NRCA featuring Suicide Awareness along with my story. Did you know men working in construction...
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upshiftwithchad
Aug 29, 20231 min read
Watch this! 👀
I made a short appearance on the local news. Here's the video clip from the May 9th Chamber Safety Council meeting courtesy of Your...
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upshiftwithchad
Aug 18, 20232 min read
Construction Disruption Podcast
“I want to be known, so when people look back on what I’ve done, I’ve been there when they needed it the most. And that is why we’re...
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upshiftwithchad
Aug 16, 20233 min read
Mental Health and Recovery Service Board for Allen, Auglaize and Hardin County
Hi there! Most people aren’t aware of the fact that I’m on the Mental Health and Recovery Services Board for Allen, Auglaize, and Hardin...
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upshiftwithchad
Mar 31, 20231 min read
See Something, Say Something... It May Prevent a Tragedy
The recent school shooting in Nashville was covered across all forms of media. Naturally, our country reacted in horror and left us with...
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upshiftwithchad
Dec 1, 20221 min read
2022 Educator of the Year
Thank you to everyone who nominated me for this award!
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