Science-based behavioral health education and tools for America's uniformed professionals
At Strengthen Your Mind Initiative, we provide free education, workshops, and retreats to arm uniformed professionals with scientifically supported behavioral health tools to lower stress, build and maintain resilience, improve performance in life, sharpen mental clarity, and more.
Upcoming events
Mon, Aug 04West Dover INNJoin us for 3 days of wellness actives including yoga, mindfulness, relaxation techniques, peer support and recreational activities at the West Dover Inn in West Dover, Vermont.
Mon, Sep 15Mount Snow Golf ClubTo Support Veterans, First Responders and Healthcare Workers **REGISTER BY SEPTEMBER 1ST**
Programs
Fly
Fishing
Struggling to focus and find calmness in a busy and hectic world? This 3-day Fly Fishing Retreat combines outdoor activity with mindfulness and yoga practices. You'll gain fly fishing skills and techniques to enhance focus, reduce stress, and foster a deeper appreciation for living in the present moment.
Wellness and
Resiliency
Feeling overwhelmed and stressed at work, home, in life? Our Wellness and Resiliency Retreat is a 3-day immersive experience combining mental flexibility training with mindfulness, yoga, and fly fishing. You'll walk away with practical tools to manage stress and live more fully on purpose
Workplace
Training
Are you struggling to perform your best at work in the face of constant challenges? This 4-hour Workplace Training focuses on helping you build mental flexibility. You’ll learn practical strategies and new behaviors to enhance performance, adapt better to a changing workplace, and achieve your goals.
Testimonials
Dianne O.
I'm sitting here by the wood stove, feeling cozy in my SYMI hoody. I'm also feeling continued gratefulness for the October retreat and "rest." There is no other word for 2020 than horrific. Thank you for helping to make it tolerable. While I know there is no dollar value appropriate to cover all I have received, please accept this year end gift as a token of appreciation. Best wishes for growth in 2021.
Doug M.
I participated with SYMI at the Shasta Retreat with an open mind and for a means to improve my life. I have to say, I finally felt at home with my peers after leaving them in 2014. It’s the best feeling I’ve had in a very long time. I thoroughly enjoyed the Shasta retreat and greatly appreciate everyone accommodating my abilities vs my disabilities. I plan to be at the April retreat. Please add me to your list of attendees. Following the retreat, I contacted the Rosenburg Oregon VA to follow up with the yoga, tai chi, and mindfulness exercises.