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Strong communities help build strong mental health, and that's exactly what Common Thread was created for. 💪🧠 Launched in August 2025, Common Thread is helping strengthen youth mental health across our region by increasing awareness, understanding and support. Through education, resources and community connections, the program helps build protective factors — positive influences that support emotional well-being and reduce the risk of mental health challenges. 🤝 Together, we can create communities where every child feels supported, connected and empowered to thrive. 🔗 Sign up for the #CommonThread newsletter and explore available resources at go.baptistjax.com/CommonThre….

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Coping skills are things we can do to help our minds and bodies feel better when we have big feelings like sadness, anger, worry or frustration. They are like little tools that we can use to calm down, feel safe and get back in control. For example, coping skills can be taking deep breaths, talking to someone we trust, drawing a picture or taking a break. These skills help us slow down, think more clearly and make better choices. Practicing coping skills is like growing muscles. 💪 The more you practice, the stronger and better at using the skill you will become. Here are five things to remember when you are practicing your coping skills: 1. It’s okay to have big feelings! 👌 All feelings are allowed, even the big, uncomfortable ones. Coping skills help you handle them, not make them “go away.” 2. Take it slow. 🐢 Coping skills work best when you slow your body down. You don’t have to rush. Give yourself time. 3. Keep trying! 🫡 Sometimes a coping skill doesn’t work right away, and that’s okay. Try it again or try a different one. 4. Notice what helps. 👀 Pay attention to what makes your body feel calmer or your mind feel clearer. Those are the skills that work best for you! 5. Ask for help when you need it. 🆘 You don’t have to do it alone. Talking to a trusted adult or friend can be a really helpful coping skill, too. During #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, take some time with your kiddo to identify big feelings and how to handle them. Download our #CommonThread Mental Health Workbook for both kids and teens by visiting go.baptistjax.com/CommonThre….

Repeat after us: there are NO "bad" emotions! 🎭 Just like plants need rain to grow, we sometimes need uncomfortable feelings to help us understand what matters to us and what we need. 🌱🌧️ In fact, these emotions can be helpful! For example, fear helps us notice danger, and anger may signal something feels unfair. ⭐ Just remember the golden rule of emotions: It’s okay to feel whatever you’re feeling. What matters most is how you respond to that feeling, like taking a deep breath, talking to someone, or finding a healthy way to cope. This Mental Health Awareness Month, #CommonThread has workbooks for both children and teens to help them understand emotional well-being, learn how the mind and body work together, and build healthy coping skills to manage strong emotions. To download them, visit go.baptistjax.com/CommonThre….

There’s no “right” time for your child or teen to tell their friends they're neurodivergent. What matters is that they feel safe & empowered. For a guided checklist of things to think about before sharing unique differences with peers, visit go.baptistjax.com/4msHT4M. #CommonThread

Parents & caregivers of neurodivergent children juggle many roles and handle constant demands. That’s why #CommonThread is addressing caregiver burnout - warning signs, reflections & self-care tips. Visit go.baptistjax.com/3Qv1YLB to learn how small, consistent moments of rest, connection & support can prevent caregiver burnout. 🫶

It's #NeurodiversityAwarenessMonth, and we need to talk about "masking." 💙🎭 Masking is something many neurodivergent children and teens do every day — suppressing their natural behaviors, emotions, and ways of thinking just to seem more "typical" to the world around them. As a parent or caregiver, it can be hard to spot, and even harder to know how to help. The negative effects of masking often look like: 😮‍💨 Mental exhaustion 🫥 Feeling like you can’t be yourself 😰 Stress and anxiety 😵‍💫 Burnout 👉 Visit the link below to learn what masking really looks like, explore interactive tools, and get practical tips for creating a home environment where your child never feels like they have to hide who they are: 🔗 go.baptistjax.com/4e4XLYL Tag a parent or caregiver who needs to see this. The more we understand, the safer our kids feel. 💙 #CommonThread

During adolescence, life can feel like a roller coaster ride. 🎢 When young people don't yet have the coping skills or support they need, some may turn to self-harming behaviors as a way to manage difficult feelings. Self-harm, or non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI), is the deliberate, self-inflicted destruction of body tissue resulting in immediate damage, without suicidal intent. These behaviors are often attempts to regulate emotions in unhealthy ways. During Self-Harm Awareness Month, #CommonThread is providing resources to help parents, caregivers and young people navigate this area of mental health. With these three adaptive coping skills, kids and teens can improve their emotional regulation. ✋ The STOP Skill helps recognize distress, regulate emotions and move forward thoughtfully. 👁️ Self-soothing uses your senses to help your mind slow down and your body feel safer. 🌡️ The TIPP Skill helps you calm your body quickly when emotions are intense. To learn more about these coping skills and how to use them effectively, visit go.baptistjax.com/4bsMQVX. And for more pediatric behavioral health resources, visit go.baptistjax.com/CommonThre….

Self-harm can be a difficult topic for parents and families to navigate. 🧡 But during Self-Harm Awareness Month, #CommonThread is sharing tools & resources to help you better understand what your kid or teen might be experiencing. For a full guide to understanding self-harm, visit go.baptistjax.com/4drl3Yy.

SPOTTED! 👀 #CommonThread has been out and about — and we’re just getting started. From connecting with students at local schools to meeting families at The Wolfson Children's Challenge and Winter Wonderland at #BaptistClay, Common Thread is weaving youth mental health awareness into everyday moments across our community. ❄✨ So… what is Common Thread? It’s a Wolfson Children’s program focused on making youth mental health conversations normal, approachable and stigma-free — for kids, teens and the adults who care for them. And it’s not just awareness. It’s action. 💙 Parents, caregivers, teachers and community members can: • Take Youth Mental Health First Aid Training to learn how to recognize signs of struggle and respond with confidence • Access free tools, guides and conversation starters for kids of all ages • Get connected to local mental health resources when support is needed • Sign up for a quarterly newsletter with practical tips delivered straight to your inbox • Register for our Virtual Workshop for Parents Raising Children in a Digital Age to keep your kids safe online Because showing up for kids starts with knowing how. Learn more 👉 go.baptistjax.com/CommonThre…

22% of children worldwide exhibit signs of disordered eating, and that number has nearly doubled in the past few years. 🍽️🤯 During National #EatingDisorder Month, we’re sharing how to recognize the signs & symptoms of disordered eating in children and teens. ✍️ For more information, visit go.baptistjax.com/3MDm5Wo. #CommonThread

Scroll through any social media app, and you'll see it: endless images selling one "ideal" body. For young people especially, these messages can warp self-perception and fuel unhealthy relationships with food and appearance. But there's another way forward. ✨‼️ Body positivity and body neutrality offer two powerful frameworks for breaking free from shame and building a healthier relationship with your body. ⬆️ Body positivity says all bodies deserve respect and care. It's about appreciation, acceptance, even celebration, while actively challenging the beauty standards and body shaming that hold us back. 🔄 Body neutrality takes a different angle. Instead of focusing on how your body looks, it honors what your body does and needs. No pressure to "love" it—just respect it. Because your worth is not tied to your appearance. 📝 To compare the two mindsets and put them into practice, download our interactive worksheet here: go.baptistjax.com/4koCt9J. And for even more helpful resources from #CommonThread, visit go.baptistjax.com/CommonThre….

Helping kids set goals is a great way to encourage motivation and direction from a young age. But how can we set realistic goals in a healthy way? Licensed Psychologist Gerilyn Worthy-Thayer helps break it down. 🎯 📝 For a more detailed guide to setting goals, download our Goal Setting Worksheet from #CommonThread: go.baptistjax.com/49Nfq3s. 🔗 And for more pediatric mental health resources, visit go.baptistjax.com/CommonThre….

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You’ve recognized the signs of grief in a child - now what? Here are ways you can support a grieving kiddo during a difficult time. For more info & downloadable resources, visit go.baptistjax.com/CommonThre…. #CommonThread

The holiday season is full of fun festivities, which means it can also be pretty stressful! 😰😵‍💫 Dedicating just a few minutes each day to connect and engage in family activities is a great stress-reliever. Here are a few ideas: 🚶‍➡️ A family walk 🎲 Play a board game 🌳 Spend time in nature 🎬 Watch a holiday movie 📖 Read a book together 🫶 Volunteer #CommonThread has created a Stress-Free Holiday Tree activity for you to fill out with your kiddo: go.baptistjax.com/48RotjC. Come up with your own list of ideas, and color in each day an activity was completed this month! For even more pediatric mental health resources, visit go.baptistjax.com/CommonThre….

Congratulations to Amy Gilpin, Owner and Founder of Common Thread, on the grand opening of this remarkable community initiative. Common Thread is a used clothing store that supports My Friends House in Collingwood, helping provide vital services for women in need. Thank you to the 90 volunteers and 20 local sponsors whose support makes this work possible. This is community spirit in action, and it is great to see such strong local leadership and generosity at work. #CommonThread #MyFriendsHouse #CommunitySupport #Collingwood #SupportLocal #SimcoeGrey

For kids and teens, starting the conversation about your mental health can be scary. 🫣 It's natural to feel anxious or nervous opening up to someone, but those feelings don't have to stop you from talking with a trusted adult. 🙌 📝🧠 To get the conversation going, you can download our free resource, Tips for Talking about Your Mental Health, here: go.baptistjax.com/4qPUZdU. #CommonThread

A simple "thank you" and noticing the good things in life can go a long way to make you feel happier, calmer and stronger inside. That's what gratitude is all about! Here are a few things your kiddo can do to get started on their gratitude journey: 👀 Look for the good stuff: big or small, happy or peaceful, silly or sweet. ✏️ Write or draw it: use a notebook (or our workbook) to keep track of what you’re thankful for. ⏰ Make it a habit: try to write something you’re thankful for every day. ❤️ Be honest: your gratitude can be about anything that makes you feel good. If you and your child are ready to make gratitude a habit, #CommonThread has created a guide for young children (3-10) to help them notice and express thankfulness. 🔗📔 To download our Gratitude Activity Workbook for Children, visit go.baptistjax.com/49MR0Zs.