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10/20/2026

Another BOO break coming to you! 👻 As we continue to celebrate Mental Health Month, this is the PERFECT time of year to get outside! 🍁 Movement is MEDICINE! If you are experiencing anxiety or depression, take the walk! If you had a rough day, take the walk! If you are experiencing BURN OUT, take the walk! If you feel good, take the walk!! Your body will thank you! ✨ and of course listening to praise and worship while you walk…..is a must! 🙏🏻✝️

📍Narrows High School to Duck Pond (1 mile, round trip 2 miles)

📍Narrows High School to Park (1.5 miles, round trip 3 miles)

10/20/2026

Hunting Season Is Here — Know the Signs. Save a Life.

As deer season kicks off, we're reminding hunters to take care of more than just their hunting gear — take care of your HEART, too!

Hunting can be physically demanding, especially when climbing hills, walking through rough terrain, dragging a deer, or being exposed to cold temperatures. These activities can put extra stress on your heart.

🚨 Know the warning signs of a heart attack:

-Chest pain, pressure, or discomfort
-Shortness of breath
-Pain in the arms, back, neck, or jaw
-Dizziness, nausea, or cold sweats

❤️ Know what to do in an emergency!

A heart attack and cardiac arrest are NOT the same thing. If someone suddenly collapses, is unresponsive, and isn't breathing normally:

📞 Call 911 immediately!

👐 Start hands-only CPR! Push hard and fast in the center of the chest at 100–120 compressions per minute. Use an AED as soon as one is available.

Immediate CPR can DOUBLE or TRIPLE someone's chance of survival!

Whether you're heading into the woods alone or with your hunting buddies, knowing these warning signs and how to respond could save a life.

Learn more from the American Heart Association:
https://newsroom.heart.org/news/a-hunting-we-will-go-just-be-mindful-of-heart-health-risks

Stay safe, hunt smart, and protect your heart this season!

10/19/2026

👻 BOO BREAK!

Who says a healthy drink can’t be fancy?! Crack the can, pour it over ice, drop in a fun straw, and BOOM 💥—you’ve turned a simple drink into a refreshing little treat!

Sometimes it’s the little things that make healthy habits more FUN!

10/16/2026

Try these Apple Bacon and Sweet Potato Mini Casseroles from Eating Well. They are sweet and savory and ready in just an hour!

These sweet and savory mini casseroles are ready in just an hour. Refrigerate or freeze the leftovers to enjoy later.

10/15/2026

👻💪 Boo to Burnout!

One of the best ways to shake off stress? Move your body!

Today’s challenge: take 10–15 minutes to move. Stretch, lift a few weights, take a walk, or roll out your mat. It doesn’t have to be a full workout to count!

A little movement can boost your mood, clear your mind, and give you the reset you need. 💜 Move more. Stress less. Feel better.

10/14/2026

👻 Boo Break! 👟

After a 2.5-hour car ride to a volleyball game, we took a quick walk to stretch our legs and get some fresh air! 💚 Sometimes, a small break is all you need to reset your body and mind. For Mental Health Awareness Month, remember that movement isn’t just good for your physical health — it can boost your mood, ease stress, and help clear your mind. You don’t need a long workout to make a difference. Sometimes, just stepping outside is enough!

10/14/2026

In our second week of Mental Health Awareness Month, we talk about how stress can affect cholesterol levels. We touch on what increases in LDL cholesterol and decreases in HDL cholesterol can do to your body, as well as explore how to combat stress in your daily life.

10/12/2026

👻☕ Boo to Burnout!

Sometimes self-care is as simple as slowing down and enjoying the little things—like a warm cup of pumpkin coffee on a cool fall morning.

Today’s challenge: take 10 minutes for yourself. Sip your coffee, step away from the screen, and enjoy a few quiet minutes without multitasking.

You don’t always need a big reset—sometimes you just need a little pause.

10/12/2026

This is coming up soon! Take advantage of these services!

We are excited to host the Remote Area Medical (RAM) clinic at Giles High School on November 7–8! Free dental, vision, and medical services will be available to our community. Please review the flyer for details, and help us spread the word!

10/10/2026

World Mental Health Day 🌎💚

Today is a reminder that taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health.

Small things can make a BIG difference:
💚 Move your body
💚 Fuel yourself well
💚 Get outside
💚 Prioritize sleep
💚 Take a break when you need one
💚 Check in on the people around you

You don’t have to do everything perfectly. Sometimes taking care of yourself simply means slowing down, going for a walk, eating a nourishing meal, or talking with someone you trust.

Today—and every day—make your mental health a priority!