May is Mental Health Awareness Month presented by Pavillon at Tryon International
Play Performances and Lunch & Learns in partnership with Pavillon, CooperRiis, and St. Luke’s Hospital Mental Health and Wellness
For Immediate Release
Mill Spring, NC - April 24, 2024 - Tryon Cares presented by iHeart Media, the community outreach initiative of Tryon International, in partnership with valued sponsors Pavillon, CooperRiis, and St. Luke’s Hospital Mental Health and Wellness, is proud to present Mental Health Awareness Month presented by Pavillon, with programming throughout the month of May at the venue. All events are open to the public and showcase the importance of taking care of mental health and wellbeing alongside physical health.
“Pavillon is honored to present our first Mental Health Awareness Series as part of Mental Health Awareness Month,” said Pavillon CEO Barbara Bennett. “The series will include a weekly event over the month of May, providing education and information about local resources. Pavillon’s outreach to the local community is part of our mission as a nonprofit substance use disorder treatment center. We welcome your attendance each week and look forward to meeting you in person.”
“There are few things we can do of more importance than bringing awareness to the importance of mental health,” said Tryon Equestrian Partners Carolinas Operations President, Sharon Decker. “There is a mental health crisis today. Addressing it begins with awareness of it and an openness to talk about it. We are thankful to have the chance to do just that here at Tryon International.”
“Every Brilliant Thing”
The month kicks off May 9-10 with two nights of performances of the one-man show, “Every Brilliant Thing,” by Duncan MacMillan. It is the poignant story of a man who begins writing a list, at the age of seven, of every brilliant thing that makes life worth living when his mom first attempts suicide. While the show tackles the very serious topics of mental health, depression, and suicide, it is a show filled with humor, joy, and hope. Produced in partnership with Woodstock Arts, the show will be hosted at 7pm each night in the Ridge, the third floor of the International Pavilion at Tryon International. Tickets are $20 per person, with $10 tickets available for all students.
Each performance of “Every Brilliant Thing” will be followed by complimentary dessert and a panel discussion with mental health professionals from Pavillon, CooperRiis, and St. Luke’s Hospital Mental Health and Wellness.
Tryon Cares Lunch & Learns presented by Pavillon:
May 16, 23, & 30
Hosted from 12-1pm in the Legends Club at Tryon International, free lunch will be provided for all guests alongside stimulating presentations followed by Q&A discussions with mental health professionals. The lunch & learns feature a different topic each week, are open to the public, and RSVPs are encouraged. Learn more about each date’s topic below.
May 16: Biohacking for Ultimate Mental Health Performance
Biohacking is the practice of consciously making lifestyle adjustments to achieve incremental enhancements in personal health and well-being. This presentation will introduce various biohacking strategies designed to support mental health regulation, including breath work, dietary modifications, sleep optimization, and exercise. We invite you to participate in this educational session as we explore methods to recalibrate our biology and brain function, aiming for optimal mental and physical health. RSVP here
May 23: We are a Work in Progress: A guide to practicing Self Compassion for Perfectionists
Sometimes it’s easier for us to show compassion to others more than to ourselves. We will learn how to have healthy habits such as accepting ourselves for who we are rather than who we think we "should be" as well as taking a front row seat to accepting our imperfections. Struggle is normal, and we all make mistakes. Let's take a look at how to put mistakes in perspective. RSVP here
May 30: Finding Your Balance: A Discussion on Mental Wellness
Maintaining a sense of mental wellbeing can seem like a balancing act and requires daily intention and practice. This discussion will explore the concept of balance as it pertains to mental wellness and identify 5 different tips in finding and incorporating balance in one's everyday life. RSVP here
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Pavillon is a recognized leader for its effectiveness in twelve-step residential treatment, research-based recovery services and education for substance use and co-occurring disorders. Through an exceptional staff of clinical & medical professionals, we provide detox, gender specific Residential Treatment, Outpatient Services, Professional’s Program, Young Men’s Program, Extended Care Program, Family Program, and a strong Alumni Program. Call Pavillon today for more information at 694-2300 or visit us online at www.pavillon.org.
CooperRiis is a primary mental health, non-profit organization serving adults 18+ in Western North Carolina. CooperRiis offers an integrated system of care that includes residential and transitional services. Since 2003 CooperRiis has been helping adults living with mental illness achieve their highest levels of functioning and fulfillment through a recovery approach combining clinical therapies, community work and service, education, and integrative wellness practices. CooperRiis at Asheville is a short-term clinically intensive residential program, The Farm is a long-term therapeutic work-based residential program, the Partial Hospitalization Program is an intensive outpatient program, and our transitional living program offers supportive housing. www.cooperriis.org 828.899.4673
At St. Luke’s Mental Health & Wellness, part of Saluda Family Medicine, improving your mental well-being requires taking the first step. We provide virtual psychiatry and counseling services for individuals 18 years and up, for the following, but not limited to; Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders, Anger Management, Relationship Issues, Self-esteem, Substance Use, Stress or Burnout, Trauma-related Disorders and Grief or Loss. Individuals can connect to providers from the comfort of their homes or come in-person to our Saluda clinic. Call (828) 894-0853 or visit stlukesnc.org/mentalhealth for more information.