You may recall that our dear friend Bijou wrote 24 new Bijouisms for our 2025 Bijou Be Well series. We released a new Bijouism for 21 days straight in May, and our community loved them. But wait... that means there were three new Bijouisms that were not released in May... We released one in August and, today, we release another! Thiele writes... "Let us always meet each other with a smile, for the smile is the beginning of love." - Mother Teresa "Smile," Bijou says. Seems simple enough... As I sat down to write about one of the, now two,...
The United States has been observing Mental Health Awareness during the month of May since 1949. Each year, businesses, organizations, schools, and individuals dedicate this month to acknowledge those affected by mental illness by presenting innovative ideas, events, and programs to support the treatment and prevention of mental illness. Many individuals who suffer from mental health symptoms have found that creating art can be used as a therapy and have very positive effects on their condition. A regular practice of creating art can be nurturing for relieving stress, increasing confidence, and supporting general mental health wellness in all of us,...
Mental Health Awareness Month serves as an annual reminder of the importance of nurturing our mental well-being and brings it to the forefront of our collective consciousness. However, the journey cannot be confined to a mere thirty-one days of focus. Our mental health is a fundamental part of who we are and deserves care and attention all year long. Bijou, and all of us at ZHQ, encourage you to continue to nurture and care for you! As we wrap up Bijou Be Well 2025, we have two more stories from our CZTs to share. Today we hear from, Judith Adriaanse...