Northern Lights Clubhouse

05/27/2026

Offering support is one of the best things that we can do to support the mental wellbeing of friends, family, and neighbors. However, it can sometimes feel uncomfortable, daunting, or just plain awkward.

The Roadmap to Friends Supporting Friends gives ideas on what support can look like, how to offer support, and where to begin.

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, and we’ve partnered with Visible to promote the importance of friends checking in on friends. Asking for support can be a real challenge. And offering support can be just as difficult. Both can feel uncomfortable, daunting, or just plain awkward. In t...

05/26/2026

Having conversations around mental health can sometimes be uncomfortable, but it can also make a big difference.

Not sure where to start?

Check out these tips and tools from Seize the Awkward to help you start the conversation and what to do during and after the conversation.

Opening the door to begin a conversation can really help. Not sure where to start? Try one of these opening lines to help make starting the conversation easier.

05/25/2026

NAMI MN provides free education and support groups and confidential crisis resources to reach communities across the state, including those who remain disproportionately affected in the wake of recent ICE operations in Minnesota.

Learn about free classes and support groups and find resources at:

https://namimn.org/ice/
https://namimn.org/support/information-and-resources/

05/23/2026

988 mental health support is available for non-English speakers too. For Spanish, call 988 and press 2.

If texting, type “Ayuda” to connect with a Spanish-speaking specialist.

Or call 988 to access translations in more than 240 languages. Ask for an interpreter in English if you are able or say the name of the language you need.

Call or text 988 or chat at

At the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns…

05/22/2026

Even in the darkest times, there is hope.

Connecting with the is simple and convenient. No matter where you are or what you're going through, skilled, caring 988 specialists are available to talk through your unique situation any time.

Call or text 988 or chat at

At the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns…

05/21/2026

Warm lines and peer support can be helpful for those who are managing stress.

Anyone seeking support may call Mental Health Minnesota which offers a warmline. Their services are available Monday - Saturday, noon to 10 p.m.

Call 1-877-404-3190 or text Support to 85511.

Minnesota Warmline – Mental Health Minnesota (mentalhealthmn.org).

We are Mental Health Minnesota Our vision is a world free from stigma that improves mental health and well-being for all. Mental Health Minnesota is the voice of lived mental health experience. We carry that declaration forward as we work to advance mental health and well-being for all, increase acc...

05/20/2026

Sometimes it is hard to know when you need extra help with your mental health.

This infographic from the National Institute of Mental Health may help guide you if you don’t know where to start.

Information about assessing your mental health and deciding if you need help. It provides examples of symptoms, self-care activities, and how to seek help.

05/19/2026

Everyone faces challenges in life that can impact their mental health.

Mental Health American Tools 2 Thrive , provides information, tips, and practical tools for situations that we all deal with. These tools, if used, can be used to improve your mental health and increase your resiliency.

While 1 in 5 people will experience a mental illness during their lifetime, everyone faces challenges in life that can impact their mental health. MHA’s Tools 2 Thrive series provides information, tips, and practical tools that everyone can use to improve their mental health and increase resilienc...

05/18/2026

Finding movement that’s a good match for you physically and mentally can help you
thrive. Be kind with yourself and your body in the process in learning to move!

Explore these videos from the University of Minnesota’s Move + Thrive Project that features diverse bodies and a variety of movement and meditative practices.

Exercise is for everyone. Real humans with diverse body sizes and abilities lead these videos. No special clothes or equipment required. Enjoy 5-30 minutes of self-care in the form of yoga, salsa, cardio, Pilates, strength building, barre, core, HIIT, hip hop, meditation, relaxation, warm ups, and c...