Behind the joy of running one of the world’s most trusted and beloved toy companies, Melissa Bernstein, Co-founder of Melissa & Doug, was fighting her own secret battle with existential depression and anxiety #SeekLifeLines #MentalHealth #MentalWellness 🍃 LifeLines.com

Thank you for helping us spread the message about the importance of mental health awareness. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

When it comes to changing the conversation around mental health, vulnerability among leaders is key. Thank you to @TamronHall and Accenture’s North America CEO @JimmyEtheredge for inviting Melissa to this important conversation. youtube.com/watch?v=-6wAdSro… #mentalwellnessmatters

We are so looking forward to this conversation with @indigogreenroom - be sure to tune in tonight on Instagram - 5pm ET. Details below 🍃

How are your emotions varying? Take a look at our Emotional Mood Compass on LifeLines.com and record your mood to get a sense of the ebbs and flows 🧭 #LifeLinesDailyQuest 🍃

Sometimes, feelings can be overwhelming. Write about them, making sure to observe them with compassion and without judgment #LifeLinesDailyQuest 🍃

Practice conscious breathing by paying particular attention to the way your body feels when you exhale vs. when you inhale. Can you fill your belly with air? How long can you hold your breath? Bring attention to the way you can move air through your body #LifeLinesDailyQuest 🍃

Reduce the production of stress hormones by connecting to the earth. Walk through cool grass in your bare feet, play in the sand or dig your hands or heels into the dirt. If touching the ground is not possible, try carrying a stone in your pocket and touch it throughout the day.

Thank you so much @EllenMcCarthy and @washingtonpost for capturing Melissa's story in this carefully crafted article. We are honored to be featured, and we are thankful to be given the space to touch even more people with our message: you are not alone 🍃 lifelines.com/media/Washingt…

Workshop Roundup (Part 2) Link here to register for these completely complimentary workshops 🍃 the first of which is happening TODAY! We'll see you there! #VirtualEvents lifelines.com/events

Workshop Roundup (Part 1) From combatting imposter syndrome to exploring self-expression channels that allow you to tell your story in your own way, we are thrilled to be hosting a myriad of workshops that we hope will inspire you to share your experiences 🍃 #VirtualEvents

What a special podcast. Thank you so much for featuring us @EdCrasnick and @Jenniferkolari - you can listen to the whole conversation by clicking the link below 🍃

Melissa had an incredible time chatting with @ScaryMommy & @motherhoodnyc about what it means to prioritize mental health in the midst of the relentless demands and expectations of motherhood 🍃 Watch the entire chat here: m.youtube.com/watch?v=STZl8n… #motherhood #mentalhealth

Thank you so much for having us @BooksandBooks 🍃

We are thrilled to be a part of this important conversation about motherhood and mental health, happening tomorrow night with @ScaryMommy - see below for details on how you can tune in! 🍃 See you there!

Like creating and self-expression, nature has also proven to be one of Melissa's saving graces, one of her grounding forces, one of her most powerful LifeLines! Like this tweet if you consider nature to be one of your LifeLines, too! 🍃 #naturelover

“It was only when I paused And heard the beating of my heart That I realized all I needed Was inside me from the start” In a few words...this book illuminates, inspires and transforms HEARTS like no other. Melissa ~ thank you from the bottom of my heart.” - Anna #LifeLinesLaunch

We are continuing to celebrate our #LifeLinesLaunch by partnering with wonderful indie bookstores and libraries across the country! Join Melissa (virtually) for moving conversations covering creativity, loneliness, perfectionism, and more! Register here: LifeLines.com/events