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Mental Health Crisis In Deaf Community (World Mental Health Day) | Rikki Poynter
https://betterhelp.com/rikki Mental Health Problem In The Deaf Community (World Mental Health Day) | Rikki Poynter Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subrikki | Patreon: http://patreon.com/rikkipoynter Previous video: https://youtube.com/watch?v=GepxPgeqyYo&list=PLa2HGeuqKyQ119f65O7Gd0ThCj9XWmV62&playnext=1&index=2 #ad #worldmentalhealthday This video is sponsored by BetterHelp, a service I have used twice in the past. My opinions on the matter are 100% honest and genuine. The link above is not a commission link and I make no money from it. OTHER VIDEOS I'VE DONE ON BETTERHELP BEFORE THIS SPONSORSHIP: - https://youtu.be/2tHhJXZvl7w As a mentally ill deaf person, I finally decided to try to get some help about a year ago. I looked high and low for accessible therapists. When I looked for therapists who knew American Sign Language, I found a few, but they were too far of a drive from me. I tried to find therapists who would book American Sign Language interpreters, but they told me that I would have to pay for them myself. When I asked if they would then accommodate via writing/typing, I didn't get much of a response. Mental illness is a serious problem for deaf people, whether it's mainstreamed deaf or culturally deaf. It's a topic that seems to not be talked about often, which is a shame because we are so prone to it because of the oppression we face on a regular basis. The lack of accessible therapy does not help. Thankfully, BetterHelp is a (not the ultimate, but at least one) option that can be suitable for a percentage of deaf people. This is because you can use instant messaging, texting (in the chat), etc. to receive sessions. So far, it has worked for me when nothing else will. I would still love to be able to find a more face-to-face solution, but until then, something like BetterHelp works for me. If you do find yourself in a emergency crisis, consider texting 741-741 to Crisis Text Line. BOOKS TO READ - Language Deprivation and Deaf Mental Health https://amzn.to/311FzWP Deaf Mental Health Care (Counseling and Psychotherapy) https://amzn.to/2Mxi7eW Mental Health Care of Deaf People: A Culturally Affirmative Approach https://amzn.to/2IBQn7F ^ These Amazon links ARE affiliate links which means I do get a little bit of a kickback (commission) if you choose to buy these books with these links. Of course, this is not a requirement. If you do not wish to make purchases with my link, you can just search for the books with the title as you normally would. :) MENTAL HEALTH PLAYLIST: - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLa2HGeuqKyQ3zy5_-PK0bF_hgiIqPTNuC SOURCES: - https://www.verywellmind.com/mental-health-issues-in-the-deaf-community-380577 - https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(11)61143-4/fulltext - https://www.nationaldeafcenter.org/sites/default/files/Mental%20Health%20Care%20for%20Deaf%20Individuals_%20Needs_%20Risk%20Factors_%20and%20Access%20to%20Treatment.pdf - https://www.nad.org/resources/health-care-and-mental-health-services/mental-health-services/ - http://www.lifeprint.com/asl101/topics/mentalillness.htm Click the [CC] button for CC! || If CC doesn't show up after you've clicked the button,fiddle with the settings first and then try it again. CAPTIONED BY » Ai-Media. http://ai-media.tv WATCH MORE: Deaf Awareness: https://youtube.com/watch?v=qUncvAAwtg8&list=PLa2HGeuqKyQ1cTTs81mqJY6eYzvoZhWau&playnext=1&index=2 Closed Captioning Awareness: https://youtube.com/watch?v=-5kCd0NHffE&list=PLa2HGeuqKyQ3Y73Vqgj-PCNzekqeEkVH7&playnext=1&index=2 ASL Only Vlogs: https://youtube.com/watch?v=wYkjGl83SnI&list=PLa2HGeuqKyQ1Y6Xp3kur22R3wCDDZNyi3&playnext=1&index=2 Most Popular: https://youtube.com/watch?v=Pg9xBRbPBlI&list=PLa2HGeuqKyQ2I0Q7DjrLKn3o1WRUG7C60&playnext=1&index=2 SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitch - http://twitch.tv/RikkiPoynterPlays Facebook - http://facebook.com/rikkipoynterYT Twitter - http://twitter.com/rikkipoynter Instagram - http://instagram.com/rikkipoynter Website: http://rikkipoynter.com EQUIPMENT: Canon G7X Mark II: https://amzn.to/2FfSehK Rode smartLav+: https://amzn.to/2FeIGED MacBook Pro: https://amzn.to/2Ffs93g ABOUT: Rikki Poynter is a 28-year- old deaf vlogger on YouTube. She makes content about deaf awareness, accessibility/closed captioning awareness, mental health, feminism, and more. Since making her first deaf related video on October 1st, 2014, Rikki has been on the Huffington Post, Mic News, Upworthy, ABC News, BBC Newsbeat, BBC Ouch, BBC See Hear, and other news outlets in various countries. Also, she has been working on her new closed captioning campaign, Lights, Camera, Caption!, to try to get more YouTubers to closed caption their videos. After hopefully one day taking over YouTube, she wants to work on the rest of the Internet. PO BOX » PO Box #71 Claremont, NC 28610 FOR BUSINESS INQUIRES, PLEASE E-MAIL: rikkipoynter@gmail.com
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Dec 29th 2020 full moon
Hi Everyone! Im Melissa; a CODA (Children of Deaf Adults) who grew up in the Deaf world and ASL is my native language. I created this video to help share my knowledge on Spiritual Awakening and to help expand your consciousness. Welcome to Love, Light & ASL! As I learn and come across so much interesting, intriguing information I wanted to share this with my Deaf friends and family and decided to share this with all of you! I hope this video brings some cool tips and advice on how to improve your mental, physical state of being and help your journey on Spiritual Awakening. The purpose is to bring awareness to the GREAT CONJUNCTION that is on Dec 21 2020. Its the first time this has happened in 400 years, since 1623! During the Great Conjunction that happens to fall on the same day as Winter Solstice, there are tips you can do to create a better life for yourself and a perfect time to do so as the universe, the light and energies are supporting you! This video is fully in ASL and voice interpreted for full an all Deaf/ASL/CODA/Interpreting community access as well as sharing to those who have interest in learning ASL. Share this great information with the Deaf /ASL community by sharing this video and Subscribing to this LOVE LIGHT & ASL Youtube page as well as Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/lovelightandASL https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawLgIcYGlObSLysY-mD4ZYlcvHUthFSK Good luck to starting new steps to a better lifestyle through expanding your consciousness and becoming spiritually awakened!! I am so excited for you!
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The Great Conjunction ASL
Hello Everyone! Im Melissa; a CODA (Children of Deaf Adults) who grew up in the Deaf world and ASL is my native language. I created this video to help share my knowledge on Spiritual Awakening and to help expand your consciousness. Welcome to Love, Light & ASL! As I learn and come across so much interesting, intriguing information I wanted to share this with my Deaf friends and family and decided to share this with all of you! I hope this video brings some cool tips and advice on how to improve your mental, physical state of being and help your journey on Spiritual Awakening. The purpose is to bring awareness to the GREAT CONJUNCTION that is on Dec 21 2020. Its the first time this has happened in 400 years, since 1623! During the Great Conjunction that happens to fall on the same day as Winter Solstice, there are tips you can do to create a better life for yourself and a perfect time to do so as the universe, the light and energies are supporting you! This video is fully in ASL and voice interpreted for full an all Deaf/ASL/CODA/Interpreting community access as well as sharing to those who have interest in learning ASL. Share this great information with the Deaf /ASL community by sharing this video and Subscribing to this LOVE LIGHT & ASL Youtube page as well as Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/lovelightandASL https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawLgIcYGlObSLysY-mD4ZYlcvHUthFSK Good luck to starting new steps to a better lifestyle through expanding your consciousness and becoming spiritually awakened!! I am so excited for you!
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JAN 13 NEW MOON in ASL
Hi Everyone! Im Melissa; a CODA (Children of Deaf Adults) who grew up in the Deaf world and ASL is my native language. I created this video to help share my knowledge on Spiritual Awakening and to help expand your consciousness. Welcome to Love, Light & ASL! As I learn and come across so much interesting, intriguing information I wanted to share this with my Deaf friends and family and decided to share this with all of you! I hope this video brings some cool tips and advice on how to improve your mental, physical state of being and help your journey on Spiritual Awakening. The purpose is to bring awareness to the GREAT CONJUNCTION that is on Dec 21 2020. Its the first time this has happened in 400 years, since 1623! During the Great Conjunction that happens to fall on the same day as Winter Solstice, there are tips you can do to create a better life for yourself and a perfect time to do so as the universe, the light and energies are supporting you! This video is fully in ASL and voice interpreted for full an all Deaf/ASL/CODA/Interpreting community access as well as sharing to those who have interest in learning ASL. Share this great information with the Deaf /ASL community by sharing this video and Subscribing to this LOVE LIGHT & ASL Youtube page as well as Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/lovelightandASL https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawLgIcYGlObSLysY-mD4ZYlcvHUthFSK Good luck to starting new steps to a better lifestyle through expanding your consciousness and becoming spiritually awakened!! I am so excited for you!
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Visualization Meditation for Relaxation in ASL
Hi Everyone! Before you practice its a good idea to learn about MEDITATION. Watch this video first to learn more about it, then come back and practice with this one! Learn about Meditation in ASL here: https://youtu.be/s9xxfEAKNxc When you are finished write a short note to look at and practice: 1- Sit in a comfortable place 2- Breath (in through the nose, deep down in your stomach (gather negative thoughts, fears, worries, stress) and exhale (blow out through the mouth) and let all your stress and worries go. Try this about 5 times. 3- Let go and Observe your Thoughts.... Separate your thoughts, observe it, acknowledge & let it go 4- Visualize: Your time in nature...at the beach. Relaxing. 5- Body scan_ Scan your body start at your head, visualize a light cleansing your head, to neck, to shoulders, chest, back, hips, stomach, legs to toes. Cleanse your body with bright healing light. 6- Give thanks for your experience. 7- Practice this 1-3x a day! Its a great way to start! Good luck..Lots of Love & Light to you. My name is Melissa; a CODA (Children of Deaf Adults) who grew up in the Deaf world and ASL is my native language. I created this video to help share my knowledge on Spiritual Awakening and to help expand your consciousness. Welcome to Love, Light & ASL! As I learn and come across so much interesting, intriguing information I wanted to share this with my Deaf friends and family and decided to share this with all of you! I hope this video brings some cool tips and advice on how to improve your mental, physical state of being and help your journey on Spiritual Awakening. The purpose is to bring awareness to meditation, breathing and how to start. I will teach you some basic steps so you can begin your peaceful journey with meditation! You can do to create a better life for yourself and a perfect time to do so as the universe, the light and energies are supporting you! Good luck to starting new steps to a better lifestyle through expanding your consciousness and becoming spiritually awakened!! I am so excited for you! This video is fully in ASL and voice interpreted for full an all Deaf/ASL/CODA/Interpreting community access as well as sharing to those who have interest in a variety of topics in the form of ASL.
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Meditation for Beginners in ASL | ASL Mediations
Hi Everyone! Before you practice its a good idea to learn about MEDITATION. Watch this video first to learn more about it, then come back and practice with this one! Learn about Meditation in ASL here: https://youtu.be/s9xxfEAKNxc When you are finished write a short note to look at and practice: 1- Sit in a comfortable place 2- Breath (in through the nose, deep down in your stomach (gather negative thoughts, fears, worries, stress) and exhale (blow out through the mouth) and let all your stress and worries go. Try this about 5 times. 3- Let go and Observe your Thoughts.... Separate your thoughts, observe it, acknowledge & let it go 4- Visualize: Happy, Healthy, Abundance, Good Relationships... DREAM BIG! You deserve it! 5- Body scan_ Scan your body start at your head, visualize a light cleansing your head, to neck, to shoulders, chest, back, hips, stomach, legs to toes. Cleanse your body with bright healing light. 6- Give thanks for your experience. 7- Practice this 1-3x a day! Its a great way to start! Good luck..Lots of Love & Light to you. My name is Melissa; a CODA (Children of Deaf Adults) who grew up in the Deaf world and ASL is my native language. I created this video to help share my knowledge on Spiritual Awakening and to help expand your consciousness. Welcome to Love, Light & ASL! As I learn and come across so much interesting, intriguing information I wanted to share this with my Deaf friends and family and decided to share this with all of you! I hope this video brings some cool tips and advice on how to improve your mental, physical state of being and help your journey on Spiritual Awakening. The purpose is to bring awareness to meditation, breathing and how to start. I will teach you some basic steps so you can begin your peaceful journey with meditation! You can do to create a better life for yourself and a perfect time to do so as the universe, the light and energies are supporting you! Good luck to starting new steps to a better lifestyle through expanding your consciousness and becoming spiritually awakened!! I am so excited for you! This video is fully in ASL and voice interpreted for full an all Deaf/ASL/CODA/Interpreting community access as well as sharing to those who have interest in a variety of topics in the form of ASL. Share this great information with the Deaf /ASL community by sharing this video and Subscribing to this LOVE LIGHT & ASL Youtube page as well as Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/lovelightandASL https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawLgIcYGlObSLysY-mD4ZYlcvHUthFSK
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How Does Meditation Work in ASL | ASL Meditations| American Sign Language
Hi Everyone! When you are finished watching this video and learned about MEDITATION and want to try and experience the basics... check out this link to learn how! Practice MEDITATION at this link: https://youtu.be/PQKbkUt7RrQ Im Melissa; a CODA (Children of Deaf Adults) who grew up in the Deaf world and ASL is my native language. I created this video to help share my knowledge on Spiritual Awakening and to help expand your consciousness. Welcome to Love, Light & ASL! As I learn and come across so much interesting, intriguing information I wanted to share this with my Deaf friends and family and decided to share this with all of you! I hope this video brings some cool tips and advice on how to improve your mental, physical state of being and help your journey on Spiritual Awakening. The purpose is to bring awareness to meditation, breathing and how to start. I will teach you some basic steps so you can begin your peaceful journey with meditation! You can do to create a better life for yourself and a perfect time to do so as the universe, the light and energies are supporting you! Good luck to starting new steps to a better lifestyle through expanding your consciousness and becoming spiritually awakened!! I am so excited for you! This video is fully in ASL and voice interpreted for full an all Deaf/ASL/CODA/Interpreting community access as well as sharing to those who have interest in a variety of topics in the form of ASL. Share this great information with the Deaf /ASL community by sharing this video and Subscribing to this LOVE LIGHT & ASL Youtube page as well as Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/lovelightandASL https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawLgIcYGlObSLysY-mD4ZYlcvHUthFSK
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Breathwork with Mack Gleason in ASL | Deaf/ASL Healing
Hi Everyone! Im Melissa; a CODA (Children of Deaf Adults) who grew up in the Deaf world and ASL is my native language. I created this video to help share my knowledge on Spiritual Awakening and to help expand your consciousness. Welcome to Love, Light & ASL! As I learn and come across so much interesting, intriguing information I wanted to share this with my Deaf friends and family and decided to share this with all of you! I hope this video brings some cool tips and advice on how to improve your mental, physical state of being and help your journey on Spiritual Awakening. The purpose is to bring awareness to the importance of "breath work" as it helps with: aid positive self-development. boost immunity. process emotions, heal emotional pain and trauma. develop life skills. develop or increase self-awareness. enrich creativity. improve personal and professional relationships. increase confidence, self-image, and self-esteem. You can do to create a better life for yourself and a perfect time to do so as the universe, the light and energies are supporting you! Good luck to starting new steps to a better lifestyle through expanding your consciousness and becoming spiritually awakened!! I am so excited for you! This video is fully in ASL and voice interpreted for full an all Deaf/ASL/CODA/Interpreting community access as well as sharing to those who have interest in learning ASL. Share this great information with the Deaf /ASL community by sharing this video and Subscribing to this LOVE LIGHT & ASL Youtube page as well as Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/lovelightandASL https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLawLgIcYGlObSLysY-mD4ZYlcvHUthFSK
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8 Tips to CHANGE your life in 1 year! In American Sign Language)
Hello Everyone! Im Melissa and Welcome to Love, Light & ASL! This video to bring some cool tips and advice on how to improve your mental, physical state of being and live more of a positive life. This video is fully in ASL and voice interpreted for full an all Deaf/ASL/CODA/Interpreting community access. This video gives you 8 easy tips to bringing positive change. Practice these simple 8 steps everyday.... and watch your life become more POSITIVE and it will help raise your vibration! Share this great information with the Deaf community by sharing this video and SUBSCRIBE to this Youtube page "LOVE,LIGHT&ASL". Stay tuned for a new video soon! Cheers & Good luck to starting new steps to a better lifestyle!
naenaeyoga
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Did I Get access? #deafcommunity #deafawarenessmonth #asl #education #shorts #shortsfeed #fyp
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Get to know how I am deaf #shorts #shortsvideo #deaf #awareness #educate #september #asl #sign #fyp
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Hot take on Yoga #shorts #shortsfeed #yoga #life #deafcommunity #selfcare #selflove #perspective
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Accessability for the D/HH #shorts #shortsfeed #accessibility #inclusión #deafcommunity #asl #yoga
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stay tuned for my library of yoga classes! #shorts #shortsfeed #yoga #deafcommunity #yogapractice
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#shorts #shortsfeed #yoga #deafcommunity #accessibility #community #launch #yogaonline #asl #sign
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Type what styles of yoga you like ? #shorts #shortsfeed #yoga #online #community #fyp #deafcommunity
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Get your seamoss 10% off using code NAE10 to save #shorts #shortsfeed #seamoss #yoga #health #save
Laura Heideman-Dowd
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4 7 8 Breathing Coping Strategy
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Gratitude Adjustment
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Intro to #deafmentalhealthhub
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Keep Me by Molly Bajgot
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Ma Yafesh Hayom
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Intro
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Seeking CEU’s for Mental Health in ASL
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Brit K’vod 7th (second take)
DeafLEAD
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Rachel's Story
Meet Rachel Ebner, our Victim Advocate in her second year and already making waves! “I’ll never forget the moment it clicked: watching two Deaf professionals support survivors with such strength and care. Right then I knew DeafLEAD was home.” As someone who has lived language deprivation, Rachel understands how life-changing real communication access can be. At DeafLEAD she’s found more than a job—she’s found community, culture, and healing. From leading ASL workshops for service providers to creating content that breaks down barriers, she’s helping survivors feel seen, safe, and connected every single day. These are the stories that spark hope: real comebacks where fear turns into confidence, where isolation becomes belonging, and where our Deaf community shows we’re stronger together. This is the heart of DeafLEAD’s 30-year legacy. Join us in celebrating Rachel and the thousands of lives we’ve touched. Your support keeps this work going strong. Donate today—even $1 or $5 helps: https://lnkd.in/gsQ49wRN Happy 30th Anniversary, DeafLEAD! Here’s to the past we honor, the present we celebrate, and the brighter future we’re building together. 💜
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Today is Purple Thursday! Show support for survivors & raising awareness for DVAM. 💜
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When Survivors Come to DeafLEAD
"Through DeafLEAD, they found safety, communication access, and support. I watched fear turn into confidence and isolation into connection with the community." That's the transformative power at the heart of DeafLEAD: a purpose, a family, a lifelong commitment where no one walks alone. For 30 years, we've stood beside thousands of survivors, including 3,000 in 2024 alone, honoring their strength and ensuring they're truly seen. Being part of this legacy hasn't just changed their lives. It's shaped ours as advocates, reminding us that real strength blooms from lifting others up. ✨ Watch Beatrice's story in our latest video, and join us in amplifying these voices of resilience. As we mark this anniversary, we invite you to support our ongoing mission. Donate here: bit.ly/DeafLEAD30 💜
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DeafLEAD with The Daily Blend
Our Development Manager, Wende Wagner, sat down with A.C. at The Daily Blend to dive deep into what DeafLEAD is all about and why it's a game-changer for the Deaf community. From empowerment to essential support, we spilled it all! 👉 Join our FREE ASL Beginner Classes, sponsored by @hawthorn_bank! Perfect for newcomers. Sign up here: bit.ly/ASLClassDeafLEAD. 👉 Donate today to fuel DeafLEAD’s 24/7 crisis services, including the Deaf Crisis Line & 988 Videophone at bit.ly/DeafLEAD30. 💜
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988 & CAPS
New semester, new start 💫 If stress, anxiety, or tough moments come up—support is here. 💜 CAPS = on-campus counseling & crisis support 💜 DeafLEAD = crisis support & 988 VP/Text/Chat Two supports. One goal: your mental health. 💜 #Gallaudet #DeafLEAD #CAPS #988Lifeline #MentalHealthMatters #DeafCommunity #YouAreNotAlone #StudentSupport #EndTheStigma The video opens on a purple-to-blue gradient background with teal and gold accents. Text reads: “Two Supports, One Goal: Your Mental Health,” with DeafLEAD and Gallaudet CAPS logos shown below. It transitions to two individuals standing in front of a light wall, one in a black shirt with a necklace, the other in a purple Gallaudet shirt, with both DeafLEAD and CAPS logos in the corners. The next scene shows a white background split by a vertical line: DeafLEAD’s logo and website on the left, and Gallaudet CAPS logo with email on the right. The video ends on plain white backgrounds, first with the DeafLEAD logo and the words “You Are Not Alone,” then with the Gallaudet CAPS logo and the message “You Matter.”
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM)
If you notice control, manipulation, or fear in your relationship—you don’t have to wait until it gets worse. You deserve safety. You deserve support. You are not alone. 24/7/365 help: Deaf Crisis Line & 988 Lifeline. #DVAM2025 #DeafLEAD #YourLifeMatters #EndDV #DeafCrisisLine #988Lifeline #SupportIsHere #YouAreNotAlone
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Your Health Your Mental Health Call 988 DeafHealth x DeafLEAD x ASLNOW
Your health matters. Your mental health matters. 💜 Living with chronic pain, illness, or healthcare barriers? It's a heavy load that impacts your body, heart, and mind. But remember: you're not meant to carry it alone. We're here for you: DeafHealth fights for the accessible care you deserve. DeafLEAD walks beside you on your mental health journey, including 988 VP for 24/7 crisis support in ASL—direct, private, and free. ASL Now delivers resources entirely in ASL. ✨ You are seen. You are supported. You are never alone.✨
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Senior Citizen Day x 988 Campaign Tie
Aug 21, was National Senior Citizens Day. It's a perfect time to honor our elders and address the unique challenges they face, like loneliness, grief, depression, health issues, memory loss, or distance from family. According to the University of Michigan National Poll on Healthy Aging, 33% of older adults aged 50-80 reported feeling lonely some of the time or often in 2024. Many Deaf seniors hesitate to seek help, but it's okay to reach out. Mental health matters for all of us! That's why DSA partners with DeafLEAD to ensure no senior citizens are left alone. If you're in crisis or in emotional distress, 988 is here: free, private, 24/7 support via text, chat, or ASL-fluent videophone counselors. We have the 988 videophone available for accessible crisis support. You're never too old for help. You matter and deserve it! Know someone who needs support? Share this. Need to talk? Call 988. We're here for you. 💜 #988Day #988Videophone #DeafLEAD #DeafSeniors #DeafSeniorsofAmerica
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Summer Crider
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🌿 Introducing Families in Nature Day Retreat 🌿
This fall, Wild Cypress will host our very first Families in Nature Day Retreat — a first-year pilot program for families with Deaf and hard-of-hearing children. Families in Nature was created because we believe children and families need: 🌿 more time outdoors, 🌿more opportunities to slow down, 🌿and more spaces where they can feel connected and supported. Many Deaf and hard-of-hearing children are often the only one in their mainstream school, neighborhood, or community. This retreat is designed to bring them together — through nature, sign language, Deaf culture, family connection, and shared outdoor experiences. For me, this is personal. I know what it feels like to be isolated in the mainstream, and I remember how powerful it was to meet other kids like me at family retreats and camps. That feeling of connection and belonging is what we hope to create through Families in Nature. Please share this video with families who have Deaf or hard-of-hearing children, especially those who are the only Deaf child in their schools. 🌱 Help us grow this first-year pilot from the roots up. www.thewildcypress.com ------- Click on Events and/or under Retreats and select "Families in Nature" VD: Summer is standing outdoors in front of a meadow, with a tree behind them. They are wearing glasses, a black long-sleeve top, and a light green shawl around their shoulders. Summer is speaking to the camera to announce Families in Nature, a first-year pilot day retreat for families with Deaf and hard-of-hearing children.
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Awe, Science, and Hope- Lessons from MonteVerde Cloud Forest
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Announcement of our first Reading Circle for The Giving Cypress Foundation
You may remember seeing a viral video about Decolonizing Healing. And shortly after, you may have learned about a new nonprofit devoted to making healing more accessible. Now, we’re excited to announce our first official program—one that is both a fundraiser and an action in becoming better relatives. We’re gathering for a Reading Circle designed to help us unpack together, reconnect with our earth-honoring ancestors, and practice healing in relationship. We’ve been generously blessed by @hilarygiovaleauthor to proceed with this Reading Circle grounded in Becoming a Good Relative. ✨ Here’s How It Works Participants have multiple ways to support this fundraiser, based on access and capacity: 🌿 Option 1: Buy the Book Purchase Becoming a Good Relative. Proceeds support The Giving Cypress Foundation (TGCF) and broader decolonizing efforts connected to the book. 🍵 Option 2: Buy the Book + Tea Support TGCF and a BIPOC Deaf–owned herbal business with a package that includes Kindred Spirit Chai from Bouquet of Basil Herbals. 🌲 Option 3: Full Package — Book + Tea + Session Includes the book, chai, and a virtual Forest Bathing session as a relational healing practice. All options include access to the trauma-informed Reading Circle—a facilitated space centered on care, reflection, and collective meaning-making. 📖 Reading Circle Details 🗓 Sunday, January 25 ⏰ 7:00 PM EST / 5:00 PM MST 🤝 Co-Facilitators Lourdes Valenzuela & Summer Crider • Summer will open the circle with introductions and translation support • Lourdes will guide discussion questions • Lourdes will lead an Ancestor Altar activity as a grounding practice This Reading Circle is not just about reading a book. It’s about becoming better relatives—to one another, to our ancestors, to the land, and to those who come after us. Thank you for supporting TGCF and choosing care in how we gather. 🌲 🔗 https://givebutter.com/TwYdcY
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Launching The Giving Cypress Foundation!
Announcing The Giving Cypress Foundation 🌿 A Deaf- and Disabled-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit making healing in nature accessible for all. Learn more or support our mission at: https://www.thegivingcypressfoundation.org Today—on Giving Tuesday—we are excited to officially introduce The Giving Cypress Foundation (TGCF), a nature-rooted, community-centered nonprofit committed to breaking financial barriers so Deaf, DeafBlind, Disabled, senior, and veteran communities can access transformative healing experiences. TGCF provides scholarships and mini-grants that help individuals and practitioners attend nature-based retreats, holistic trainings, and community-led wellness programs across the U.S. 🌱 Why We Exist Because healing shouldn’t be a luxury. We envision a world where every person—regardless of ability, age, or background—can access spaces that reconnect body, mind, spirit, and community. 🌿 Our Governance: Leading in Circles TGCF operates through collective leadership inspired by sociocracy and Indigenous circle practices. We honor equity, shared voice, and the wisdom of natural ecosystems. In Spring 2025, we will open applications for individuals interested in joining our leadership circles. 💚 Giving Tuesday: Help Us Grow Thanks to our partner GiveButter, every donation made today can be matched, doubling your impact and helping us begin our first year with strong roots. Donate + learn more: https://www.thegivingcypressfoundation.org Together, we are Making Healing Accessible. [video description: A Biracial Black Deaf Queer Woman is signing with text next to her "Deserve equitable access". She is wearing a longsleeve black shirt and has bleached curly hair. The background is a mix of brown, burnt orange, and white.] Transcript for full video is provided on this website: www.thegivingcypressfoundation.org
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Decolonizing Healing: Honest Conversations about Colonialism and the Wellness Industry
To read the full article, check out this blog: https://www.thewildcypress.com/post/coming-together-to-heal-honest-conversations-about-colonialism-and-the-wellness-industry Voiceover & open captions: coming soon Source inspiration: conversations from Summer Crider’s original blog, Decolonizing Forest Bathing This is voluntary, heart-based work. We’re seeking support to continue—starting with our winter book club, Becoming a Good Relative. To learn more about how you can help us make healing accessible, check out our The Giving Cypress Foundation (TGCF), www.thegivingcypressfoundation.org Special Thanks to the team of translators: Lourdes Valenzuela Shana Gibbs Luisray Aguilar Rachel Boll Summer Crider Image description: The image shows four adults standing side-by-side, in front of a soft, earthy-toned background with a subtle textured pattern. At the top center, there is a decorative element featuring a small brown flower with green leaves extending outward. Below the design, white text reads: “Coming Together To Heal”. All are wearing black clothing, with one man- a dark-skinned Native American man with Native pattern jacket. Video description: Throughout the video, there’s a mix of shots featuring the signers, text overlay, graphical elements, and special transition effects visible— the visual style is plain with no other action shots, giving priority to the message delivered in ASL by the signers. The signers include a biracial African American woman with short blond curls, glasses, and a warm smile; a Native American–Mexican man with short dark hair wearing a patterned hoodie and a calm, neutral expression; a White woman with shoulder-length light brown hair, glasses, and a bright smile; and a Mexican woman with long silver-gray hair who smiles while pointing upward toward the title.
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ReCap of our Sea Turtle Immersion
Last weekend, we gathered for our Sea Turtle Immersion — a magical 4 days of slowing down, letting go of time, and rediscovering our connection to Nature, community, and ourselves. 🌿💧 ………. We played in the forest, shared stories under the trees, and even went on a forest bathing kayaking excursion with @earthkinship — feeling the rhythm of the water and the heartbeat of the Earth. 🌊✨ ……… This is just the beginning of our 6-month Nature & Forest Therapy Guide Training journey with @natureandforesttherapy. We’ll be going virtual for the remainder of the training and then gather again in 6 months to celebrate our growth, our shared healing, and our collective rise — like sea turtles returning to the shore together. 💚 Here’s a glimpse of our time together. #SeaTurtleCohort #NatureAndForestTherapy #ForestBathing #ANFT #DeafCommunity #ForestTherapy #EarthKinship #NatureHeals #CollectiveHealing #ForestFamily #naturetherapy [video description: Hands come together to form a heart, in the middle is a icon of a sea turtle. Next shows a bird eye view of the new guides in a circle signing “sea turtle”, the drone zooms in and out. On the sides are different glimpses of the weekend- participants engaging in activities, watching a performance, kayaking at sunset, and connecting with Nature. The last video shows everyone in the circle smiling, waving, and ILY to the camera]
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Oh to be Wild and Free- signed by Linda Crider
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Testimonials from ANFT Guide, Susan Schatz, explains the SEED!
🌿✨ Healing Through Nature: A Testimonial by Susan Schatz ✨🌿 Meet Susan Schatz, a researcher whose high-stress job was consuming her. She always loved nature but never realized how deeply it could heal until she immersed herself in the ANFT Training Program. "I felt like my stress was a tightly clenched fist. After just a few days connecting with nature, I could feel my heart and my fist start to come alive, to unclench and open." Susan’s story is a reminder that nature has the power to restore us, renew our faith, and help us navigate the hustle and bustle of life. Now, you have the chance to experience this same healing and connection with the Sea Turtle Cohort. Join us for a free info session tomorrow night (May 28th) to learn about becoming a certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide. 🌱✨ 👉 Sign up for the call here: [Link to Register] #SeaTurtleCohort #NatureTherapy #HealingJourneys #StressRelief #NatureConnection #DeafInclusive #ForestTherapy #JoinUs #Wellness #HealingThroughNature
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9 Ways to Choose Love by Willie Greene ( @wetheurban) in ASL
To choose self-love is to choose power. To choose healing is to choose resistance. Self-love is more than self-care—it is reclaiming your worth, setting boundaries, and honoring yourself unapologetically. Inspired by @wetheurban’s ‘9 Ways to Choose Love,’ this video is a reminder that choosing yourself is an act of strength, especially in a world that tells you otherwise. Save this for when you need the reminder. Comment below: Which way are you choosing self-love today? #selfloveisresistance #healingispower #kissfisttourney #blackhistorymonth #9waystochooselove #radicalselflove”* Transcript: [Opening Scene] “To choose self-love is to choose yourself in a world that tells you not to. Self-love is not just about self-care—it’s about reclaiming your worth, your time, and your energy. It is resistance.” “Inspired by 9 Ways to Choose Love by @wetheurban, here’s how choosing love can be an act of self-love and empowerment.” 1. Own Your Weird “Choosing self-love means choosing to be fully yourself. Embrace your quirks. Your authenticity is your superpower.” 2. Tell Fear to Take Several Seats “Fear will always be there, whispering doubts. But self-love means choosing courage over comfort, knowing you are capable.” 3. Read the Room “Not every space is meant for you. Protect your energy. Self-love means choosing environments where you feel valued.” 4. Focus on the Present “Healing isn’t about erasing the past—it’s about learning from it and staying present in your journey.” 5. Romanticize Reality, Not Fantasy “Self-love isn’t about waiting for the perfect life—it’s about loving the one you have now. Joy is found in the smallest moments.” 6. Delete the Ex-Files “Letting go is an act of love. For yourself. Release what no longer serves you—physically, emotionally, digitally.” 7. Let Go of ‘Winning’ Arguments “Love is not about being right. It’s about being free. Self-love teaches you to choose peace over pride.” 8. Practice Loving Yourself “How you treat yourself sets the standard for how the world treats you. Self-love is a daily practice, not a destination.” 9. Take Off the Armor “Being guarded might feel safe, but it can also keep you isolated. Self-love is allowing yourself to be seen, as you are.” [Closing Scene] “To choose self-love is to choose healing. To choose love is to choose resistance. You are worthy of love—especially from yourself.” “Inspired by 9 Ways to Choose Love by @wetheurban.”
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