Maine Voices: In this storm, be the lighthouse that helps others reach home

mental health

Published
January 6, 2021

Maine Voices: In this storm, be the lighthouse that helps others reach home

Let’s stop ourselves the next time we hear ourselves complaining. Let’s see the blessings that are right in front of us.
Published
January 3, 2021

Joanne McCallie’s new book takes a personal look at bipolar disorder

Diagnosed 25 years ago while a young coach at the University of Maine, Joanne McCallie went on to become one of the nation's top women's basketball coaches.
Published
January 1, 2021

Maine Voices: Reimagining New Year’s resolutions for 2021

Don’t berate yourself; act like your aspirations are already happening; put the ‘shoulds’ away, and be happy with small steps.
Published
December 19, 2020

Maine Voices: Senior year plus COVID equals even more stress. But we can help each other

Connect with other people, take some time away from screens and spend a few minutes moving every day, says a Lewiston student.
Published
December 18, 2020

Our View: Students, teachers have earned their snow days

After a tough year, Maine schools should take a break for storms, even if remote learning makes that unnecessary.
Published
December 17, 2020

Maine Voices: Employers, prepare for pandemic’s next wave – mental health struggles

Counseling can be the difference between struggling and succeeding at work, and expanding access can be a win-win for businesses and workers.
Published
December 12, 2020

Commentary: How Mainers can ‘make the call’ to save veterans from suicide

Warrior Call asks Maine veterans to reach out and connect with current and former battle buddies and let them know you care.
Published
December 8, 2020

Commentary: Americans are failing our children by keeping them out of the classroom

The countries that have kept their kids in school have made it a national priority, sending consistent messages and sacrificing other conveniences.
Published
December 6, 2020

Maine Voices: Exposure to the coronavirus has impact far beyond me

I have to isolate from my wife. Co-workers and anyone they interacted with must quarantine, too. But at least we’re in a place that takes this seriously.
Published
December 3, 2020

Commentary: I’ll let my kids play football, despite my devastating injury

It will help provide them with a sense of purpose and empower them not to become victims of circumstance.