Stretching with Shullsburg FACT

Members of Shullsburg FACT got together to participate in a stretching activity aimed at promoting healthy ways to cope with stress. These stretching exercises are part of the REACH OUT campaign, focusing on mental health, stress, and reaching for help instead of nicotine.

Stretching and other mindfulness activities focus on showing how simple physical or mental exercises can be an effective way to release tension, reduce stress, and improve mental health. These are alternative stress relief methods to reach for instead of vaping/nicotine. REACH OUT also promotes the importance of reaching out for support, whether it's talking to a friend, an advisor, or a trusted adult when feeling overwhelmed.

FACT isn't about just promoting physical health, but also about fostering a supportive community atmosphere where participants feel safe to discuss their struggles and challenges. Stretching exercises are a fun and healthy way to show that there are better ways to cope with stress other than turning to vaping or smoking.