This collection describes how the vitality and robust nature of the Latter-day Saint health code is part of the Word of Wisdom and gives details on healthy patterns of self-compassion, cultivating of friendships, and engaging activities for Latter-day Saints.

The Lord has commanded us to take good care of our bodies. This involves eating nutritious food, exercising regularly, and getting enough sleep. In this video, youth from around the world talk about staying healthy and obeying the Word of Wisdom.

A Brand New Year: Physical Health

Elder Ulisses Soares talks of the need for kindness and acceptance.

A Friend to All

As a young bishop Alan thought a healthy lifestyle coupled with strong religious habits could “fix” depression. After experiencing it for himself he develops a deeper understanding of mental illness.

Alan – Understanding Mental Illness

Alek struggled during high school and on his mission with depression and anxiety. It was the love of his family that helped him see how he could apply the Atonement of Jesus Christ and find hope.

Alek - There is Always Hope

She began to experience health issues and intense feelings of fear and sadness as a youth. When she finally decided to reach out for help and treatment, she found the courage to keep going and keep trying.

Bethany - Turning to Hope

As a counselor, Brent has helped many people learn to live with different challenges, including diagnosed mental illnesses. Listen as Brent shares his insight and suggestions on understanding and supporting a loved one who is struggling.

Brent - Understanding and Supporting a Loved One

At 16, Cassidy began to experience symptoms of bipolar disorder. She hid her struggles, restricted her food intake, and self-harmed as she struggled to understand what was happening and regain control.

Cassidy - Regaining Control

When Cole experienced crippling anxiety for the first time he was nearly 20 years old and didn't know how to cope. With the help of loved ones and professionals, he found peace.

Cole - Anxiety After My Mission

Craig is an athlete, business owner, and father with depression and anxiety. He struggled to feel the Spirit and felt out of place at Church. After attempting suicide, he got the help he needed.

Craig - It’s an Ongoing Battle

Emily was an independent young adult when depression changed her life. She lost her faith, questioned love and spent days in bed, crying and sleeping. Emily talks about the process she’s gone through to find relief and hope again.

Emily - Finding Relief and Hope Again

When Heather first recognized the symptoms of her depression, she felt ashamed. She also felt sure that with faith, prayer, and help from Jesus Christ, the depression could be taken away. She learned that prayers are answered in unexpected ways.

Heather - Living with Depression

Years after conquering the game of squash, Mormon world champion Leilani Rorani learned that conquering the challenges of life requires a different type of perfection. Visit Leilani's page at www.mormon.org/leilani

I'm a Mormon, World Squash Champion, and Imperfect Mother

No one is so strong that they don’t feel fatigue. The Savior showed there is a cost to giving. To ensure that we have something left in our tank to give others, we must recharge during the day.

Increase Energy

Is There a Place for Me?

Jake was eagerly planning to serve as a full-time missionary in South Carolina for two years, but things don’t always go according to plan.

Jake - Returning Early from a Mission

Jelena developed depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after being assaulted. She noticed personality changes and struggled to maintain relationships. Learn how she began to heal.

Jelena - How I Began to Heal

After joining the Church, her depression weighed more heavily. Jenny describes the challenge she faced in learning to trust God, find the strength to keep going and accept a different perspective on life.

Jenny - Accepting a Different Perspective

Jesslyn was sure that her depression was a result of sin so she tried to serve others and study her scriptures more to make up for it. See how she found hope to hold on through her emotional pain.

Jesslyn - Finding Hope

Kayrena felt alone and isolated because of her depression. Learn about the process she continues to go through to find comfort, peace and acceptance.

Kayrena - Finding Comfort, Peace, and Acceptance

Kitengie was abused as a child and often felt rejected. When she began experiencing symptoms of bipolar disorder and depression, she found hope and strength in her relationship with Jesus Christ.

Kitengie - Finding Hope and Strength

Jesus Christ set the ultimate example of selfless service. In this original short film, we meet people discovering the power of living that simple principle.

Lift

Lifting Others

How do you best respond when mental or emotional challenges confront you or those you love?

Like a Broken Vessel

For personal accounts of living with mental illness, answers to common questions, and other resources, visit http://mentalhealth.lds.org

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