Opinion | Nov 19, 2024Sally Sakin, Advisory Board Member, HeadQuarters I attended the sold out presentation of “Feel It All,” a documentary created by renowned skier Drew Peterson hosted at TACAW and
Like most mountain communities, the Roaring Fork Valley has immense needs in the mental health arena. Local leaders believe the resources are available but not always known about by the public — a misconception they hope to fix.
Lindsey and Angilina talking about the Aspen Cares Fashion Show and what they are doing for Mental Fitness on Aspen 82.
Psychologists call it reward sensitivity. And simple steps can help you boost your drive to seek out positive emotions and enjoy life.
They’re more depressed, more anxious, and lonelier than any other age group in America—but their distress has gone widely unnoticed.
The benefits of individual therapeutic work are commonly understood and recognized, but cost and practitioner availability, among other barriers, can prevent some from accessing one-on-one support. Group support and gatherings have been gaining popularity and emerging as a powerful tool for healing, allowing individuals to access support.
It’s important for people to pay attention to mental health in this community,” she said. “There can be a challenge when you are somewhere that’s as beautiful as Aspen and very focused on having fun and enjoying life.
Sometimes living in a ski town can feel like being inside social media. Everybody’s got a story of how great things are: their big powder morning, the road trip to Moab, the party in Aspen. In this environment of fun and recreation—a wonderful one, for sure—it can be hard to answer the question: “How are you?” with anything but “Great.” But we’re not all great.
The city of Aspen glows at the base of Aspen Mountain, as seen from the top of the Little Nell ski run on January 9, 2022. A new documentary, “The Paradise Paradox,” explores the complex dynamics of mental health in mountain towns that are known for natural beauty and lively celebrations.
I believe that the soundtrack to a happy life is laughter, and that life and recovery are team sports. I am very proud to be a member of the HeadQuarters team and to help move our mission forward toward a hopeful future. And though my love affair with fancy, stinky cheese and savory, delicious, dried meats is virtually unmatched, this is by far the best board I’ve had a seat at.
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