upshiftwithchad

A message for Mental Health Awareness Month — from someone who's been in the dark. Every May, the world pauses to talk about mental health. Green ribbons appear. Social media fills with statistics. Campaigns remind us that it's okay not to be okay. And all of that matters, deeply. But I want to go further than awareness. I want to talk about what comes after the awareness. Because knowing you're struggling is just the first gear. "I kept asking myself one question: how do I take the worst...

Stress affects millions of people worldwide, influencing how they think, feel, and behave every day. During Stress Awareness Month 2026 , it is crucial to explore how stress interacts with mental health and what steps individuals can take to manage it effectively. This guide offers a clear understanding of stress, its effects on mental well-being, and practical ways to cope. What Is Stress and Why Does It Matter? Stress is the body's natural response to challenges or demands. It triggers a...

Over the past few years, one thing has become very clear: students are carrying more than just backpacks into school each day. They’re carrying stress. Pressure. Uncertainty about the future. And sometimes struggles they don’t feel comfortable talking about. Schools across the country are recognizing that academic success and mental health go hand in hand. That’s one reason more schools are bringing in mental health speakers like Chad Dunlap, founder of Upshift with Chad , to create...