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What Are You Carrying That Isn’t Yours?
Sometimes, the heaviest mental loads we carry aren’t our to-do lists or calendar obligations, but the expectations, emotional baggage, responsibilities, and burdens we take on for others. We care about friends and loved ones and want what is best for them, but caring for others and carrying their mental burdens aren’t the same. In this issue of Access, we explore what carrying others' mental loads does to us and how we can lift some of that weight and thrive.
September 2026
A Season to Reset
Transitions, even small, positive ones, can place additional demands on our mental health. You may notice changes in sleep, irritability, anxiety, or feeling mentally overwhelmed. Sometimes the answer isn't pushing harder or doing more. Sometimes we need an intentional opportunity to just reset.
August 2026
When Violence Becomes the Headline: The Mental Health Impact of the Recent ICE Shooting in Minnesota
In the wake of public tragedies, the emotional impact often extends far beyond those directly involved. This article explores how collective trauma, repeated exposure to distressing news, and cumulative stress can affect mental health, while offering practical strategies to help individuals and communities process grief, restore a sense of safety, and support emotional well-being.