Sunday, December 7, 2025
This month’s issue walks you into the season not with announcements, but with moments. You’ll feel the weight and reality of Seasonal Affective Disorder through the lens of awareness, step into community spaces where laughter gathers ahead of Santa’s visit, and witness the pride and purpose behind Maryland Wellness’ 2025 Community Award celebration.
From the quiet, honest kitchen-table conversations that anchor World Teen Mental Wellness Day to the echoing halls of the State House in Annapolis, this month is about the power of being heard. Inside, you’ll find our Outreach team in motion—handing out “Mindfulness Matters” bags at the Southern Maryland Food Bank and standing alongside state delegates…
On February 4, Maryland Wellness proudly hosted Bridging Hope: Community Conversation on Suicide Prevention, a virtual event that brought together community members, mental health professionals, advocates, and partners from across Maryland and beyond for an open, compassionate dialogue on suicide prevention. The response and engagement reflected the importance of this work: 264 individuals registered, and…
February carries history, courage, and community. This month, we honor a century of Black history, hold space for powerful conversations on suicide prevention, feel the momentum building for SWELL 2026, and see Maryland Wellness and our partners in action, showing up, connecting, and keeping mental health at the heart of our communities.