Breaking the Silence on Mental Health Stigma in Rural America
Director of Behavioral Health - Hamilton Hospital Heritage Senior Adult Program, Olney, Texas
Director of Behavioral Health - Hamilton Hospital Heritage Senior Adult Program, Olney, Texas
It’s funny how when I was pre-teen heading into those teen years, all I could think about was being older so I could do my own things my own way.
The most important relationship we have is neglected every day in America. I’m talking about the relationship you have with yourself. The quality of your inner life shapes the quality of your outer life. The philosopher Aristotle is believed to have said that knowing oneself is central to living well. Today, social researchers echo this wisdom. A healthy relationship with oneself is essential to having a healthy life. But you might ask “what does this involve?” Let’s look at six elements of the relationship you have with you.
While older generations worry about having enough money for retirement, many Gen Z workers aren’t even starting to save. Research in 2025 by Edward Jones and Morning Consult shows that nearly half haven’t begun setting money aside for their golden years, and only 22% are contributing to a workplace retirement plan.
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