It’s time we talk about men’s wellness
It's time we talk about men's wellness. June is Men’s Health Month. As Gallatin County and Montana re-open, and people leave their homes for work — and maybe fun — it’s important to take [...]
How do we get social again during phase 2 as our community opens up?
With Phase 2 of reopening upon us, many of us have a question. How do we get social again during phase 2? We’re all looking forward to resurfacing in public and reconnecting with our [...]
Here’s what you need to know about gyms reopening in Gallatin County
May 15 marked the reopening date for gyms in Gallatin County. Local gym owners and their staff have been working to comply with Governor Bullock’s Phase 1 directive. Under these guidelines, gyms will have to [...]
The DOs of wearing face coverings in public places
As we begin to show, or not show, our faces in public places, let us consider the dos and don’ts of wearing a face covering. On April 3, the CDC announced new data revealing [...]
The COVID-19 crisis and self-reflection on this new world
As Gallatin County dwellers start to tip-toe out of our homes and inch back toward our modified life in phase one, we have a unique chance in reshaping our new normal. As we continue [...]
Mental health during COVID-19: Making a family gap plan
I’ve been a self-help junkie most of my life. I thought I had moved beyond that period of exploring my mental health, until recently. Lately, I’m finding myself revisiting books and podcasts from old [...]
4 Ways to Take Back Control During the COVID-19 Pandemic
A deadly virus is sweeping the globe. There’s no vaccine, no cure, it’s contagious and it’s spreading. Living in a pandemic, I feel a sense of fear, wondering if I’ll ever hug my friends [...]
The challenges – and gifts – of being a faith community during a pandemic
Guest post by Rev. Jody McDevitt Passover, Easter, and the beginning of Ramadan — the holiest days of the three Abrahamic faiths — all converge in April 2020, when all most of us can [...]
How to celebrate Easter at home during COVID-19
I can’t help but feel nostalgic knowing my family’s 2020 Easter Celebration is going to be different this year. For my family’s safety and others, we are choosing to spend the holiday at home, [...]
How to share the great outdoors during COVID-19
Spending time in nature can be a healing and restorative experience. While trying to observe Montana’s Stay-at-Home directive, Gallatin County residents have taken to the streets, hills, and trails in record numbers. How can [...]