Growth
A Year of Healing
2026 CALENDAR & 2025 ANNUAL REPORT
Enjoy every moment...
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January 2026
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Mental Wellness Month Human Trafficking Awareness Month
Three Kings Day
Your Monthly Breath of Calm
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
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Instead of setting a resolution, choose a “word of the year” that captures how you want to feel, like “grounded”, “curious”, or “connected”. Focusing on self-compassion rather than self-improvement honors where you are and takes the pressure off.
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February 2026
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Groundhog Day
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Black History Month, National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
Valentine’s Day
Your Monthly Breath of Calm Presidents’ Day
Lunar New Year
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Start of Ramadan
Try a self-hug exercise by crossing your arms over your chest, resting your hands on your shoulders, and taking three slow, steady breaths. This simple practice can help calm your nervous system and create a sense of safety and care.
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March 2026 Observances
Self-Injury Awareness Day
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Holi & Purim
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Women’s History Month Social Work Month
Your Monthly Breath of Calm St. Patrick’s Day World Social Work Day
Transgender Day of Visibility
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Eid al-Fitr
Day of Silence
Spring Equinox
Spend a few minutes outside and notice what’s around you: the feel of the air, the change in temperature, the texture of bark, or the smell that comes just before it rains. Paying attention to these small details can gently wake up your senses and help your body reconnect with the calm and steadiness of nature.
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April 2026 Su 29
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Passover Begins World Autism Awareness Day
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Sexual Assault Awareness Month Alcohol Awareness Month Black Maternal Health Week (4/11-4/17)
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Your Monthly Breath of Calm Try a gentle shaking practice. Stand with your feet hip-width apart and lightly shake out your arms, legs, and torso for about a minute, then take a few deep breaths. This simple movement helps release built-up tension and make space for new energy to flow in.
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May 2026 Su 26
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Cinco de Mayo
Mental Health Awareness Day
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AAPI Month Mental Health Awareness Month National Prevention Week (5/10-16)
Your Monthly Breath of Calm When things feel like too much, use soft eyes: unfocus your gaze slightly and relax your jaw and shoulders, signaling to your body that it’s safe to rest even among activity.
Memorial Day
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June 2026 Su 31
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PTSD Awareness Month Men’s Mental Health Month Pride Month
Your Monthly Breath of Calm Create a joy inventory by listing three small things that brought you a spark of happiness today. Noticing these little moments helps build awareness of joy and strengthens your sense of calm and connection.
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Independence Day
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BIPOC/Minority Mental Health Awareness Month Disability Pride Month
Your Monthly Breath of Calm Practice Sitali breathing. Roll your tongue (or press it gently to your teeth if you can’t) and inhale through your mouth, then exhale through your nose. This cooling breath can help lower tension in your body and calm your mind.
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Schedule two-minute breaks between tasks to stretch your neck and shoulders. Resting before burnout isn’t indulgent, it’s an essential part of caring for yourself and practicing trauma-informed healing.
Women’s Equality Day
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Overdose Awareness Day
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September 2026 Su 30
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Suicide Prevention Day
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National Recovery Month Suicide Prevention Month Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 -October 15)
Your Monthly Breath of Calm Take a few quiet moments to notice how your body and mind are feeling as the season changes. You can do this seated or lying down—scan from head to toes, noticing areas of tension, comfort, or ease. Simply acknowledging how you feel helps you stay grounded and present during transitions.
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October 2026 Su
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Intimate Partner Violence Awareness Month Breast Cancer Awareness Month Mental Illness Awareness Week (first week) OCD Awareness Week
Your Monthly Breath of Calm Focus on gentle, flowing movements that help your body feel energized and present. This could be slowly rotating your arms, swaying your torso, or lightly tapping your feet. You can do this seated or standing: any movement that invites awareness and helps you feel your body in the moment.
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Diwali
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Thanksgiving
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Homelessness Awareness Month
Take a moment to write down or say aloud three things you’re grateful for today. They can be small: a kind word, a comforting sound, or a simple pleasure. Pause with each one, noticing the feeling of gratitude in your body. This practice helps anchor you in the present and fosters a sense of calm and connection.
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December 2026 Su 29
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World AIDS Day Giving Tuesday
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Grief Awareness Week (first week)
Your Monthly Breath of Calm Lie down with a blanket or something comforting over you, take slow, steady, deep breaths, and notice the support of your body beneath you. This meditation invites a sense of closure and honors the growth you’ve experienced throughout the year.
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