This is a service project called "Millions Meditate" by Art of Living Foundation, to contribute to a happier and more peaceful Hampton Roads. We are partnering with organizations for meals and meditation. Mental health and social isolation have increased since the Pandemic. We would like to offer a space for people to come together and meditate and connect with each other. Our intention is to have at least a million people experience meditation this year.
Mental Health Statistics in the US
According to Center for Disease Control
- More than 1 in 5 US adults live with a mental illness
- Over 1 in 5 youth (ages 13-18) either currently or at some point during their life, have had a seriously debilitating mental illness.
- Among youth, 42% experienced persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness, and 22% seriously considered attempting suicide
- 1 suicide every 11 minutes
According to KFF/CNN Survey
- 90% of Americans feel we are in mental health crisis
According to US Surgeon General
- “Loneliness is at the heart of growing mental health crisis”
- “Embrace love. It has the extraordinary capacity to heal and is the force we need to reach for each and every day in our lives. Love is our oldest medicine.”
References
Center for Disease Control on Mental Health
National Alliance on Mental Illness Mental Health Stats
Current Priorities of US Surgeon General
