Free Resources
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This page exists because I didn’t always know what existed.
I grew up in a time before the internet. Before information was easily accessible, before there were clear places to learn, explore, or ask for help. Much of what I’ve learned over the years came from searching blindly, figuring things out the hard way, or not even knowing what to look for in the first place.
Today, information is everywhere. But that doesn’t always make it easier.
Sometimes it’s overwhelming. Sometimes it’s scary. Sometimes you’re struggling and don’t want to search. Sometimes you’re not in crisis. Just curious. Sometimes you’re trying to help someone you care about. Sometimes you just want to learn or spark something different.
This page is here for all of that.
It’s meant to support anyone who may be struggling, anyone who knows someone who is struggling, and anyone who simply wants to be more informed. Without silence, shame, or pressure. These things are happening in the world whether we talk about them or not. I don’t believe in pretending otherwise.
What you’ll find here are resources, organizations, tools, and interests that matter to me. Things that have shaped my work, my values, and my understanding of health, emotional well-being, human rights, environmental care, and community. Some are here for awareness. Some are here for support. Some are simply things I believe are worth knowing about.
This isn’t meant to be read all at once. Think of it as a reference you can return to when the timing feels right.
Take what helps. Leave what doesn’t. Bookmark what you may come back to.
Need more support? The Creative Healing Library is a private paid space with workshops, audio sessions, journal prompts, and grounded tools. $7/month.
Maria 🌱
A note on shared links
Some resources on this page include affiliate links. I only share tools, platforms, and organizations I genuinely use, trust, or believe in. If you choose to explore through one of these links, it may offer a discount or support this work at no additional cost to you. There is never an expectation to click or purchase.
This page will continue to evolve as I learn, grow, and listen. If something here is useful to you, I’m glad you found it.
Creative Expression & Books
Resources for reflection, expression, and meaning-making.
Art Flow Etsy Shop
Emotional artwork created as expression, not decoration.
https://www.etsy.com/shop/artflowdesignstudio/?etsrc=sdt
Bookshop.org – Rooted in Creative Healing
Books that support emotional growth while supporting independent bookstores.
https://bookshop.org/RootedinCreativeHealing
Health, Wellness & Nervous System Support
Grounded, science-informed tools for real-life health and regulation.
Nutritious Life Health Coaching
Where I earned my Master’s in Health & Wellness Coaching.
https://www.nutritiouslife.com/marialongo
Fullscript Supplements
Professional-grade supplements through a practitioner dispensary.
https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/start-me-right-health-wellness
Jaspr Air Scrubber
Jaspr is a high-performance air purifier designed to support cleaner indoor air.
http://jaspr.co/ROOTEDAIR
Coupon code: ROOTEDAIR (affiliate)
How We Feel App
A free app for building emotional awareness and vocabulary.
Mental Health & Substance Awareness
Resources for awareness, education, and support — for yourself or someone you care about.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
24/7 confidential support in the U.S.
NAMI
Education, advocacy, and family support.
Mental Health America
Mental health tools and screenings.
https://www.mhanational.org
SAMHSA
Treatment locator and substance-use resources.
https://www.samhsa.gov
Alcoholics Anonymous
Peer support for recovery from alcohol use.
https://www.aa.org
SMART Recovery
Science-based recovery tools.
https://www.smartrecovery.org
Al-Anon
Support for families and loved ones.
https://al-anon.org
Recovery Dharma
Mindfulness-based recovery community.
https://recoverydharma.org
Mindfulness & Emotional Regulation
Tools for grounding, breathing, and staying present.
Insight Timer
Free meditations and soundscapes.
https://insighttimer.com
Headspace
Simple, accessible mindfulness practices.
https://www.headspace.com
Calm
Guided meditations and sleep tools.
Mindful.org
Articles and practices for daily mindfulness.
https://www.mindful.org
Human Rights & LGBTQ+ Rights
Organizations protecting dignity, safety, and belonging.
Human Rights Campaign
LGBTQ+ rights and advocacy.
https://www.hrc.org
The Trevor Project
Crisis support for LGBTQ+ youth.
https://www.thetrevorproject.org
ACLU
Defending civil rights and liberties.
https://www.aclu.org
Human Rights Watch
Global human rights advocacy.
https://www.hrw.org
Women’s Rights & Advocacy
Support for bodily autonomy, equality, and safety.
Center for Reproductive Rights
Protecting reproductive freedom globally.
https://reproductiverights.org
Global Fund for Women
Funding women-led movements.
https://www.globalfundforwomen.org
UN Women
Advancing gender equality worldwide.
Women for Women International
Supporting women survivors of conflict.
Environmental Care & Conservation
Because caring for ourselves and the planet belong together.
4ocean
Ocean cleanup and conservation through community action.
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
Research on environmental health.
EWG Skin Deep
Personal care product ingredient database.
https://www.ewg.org/skindeep
EWG Tap Water Database
Local water quality information.
https://www.ewg.org/tapwater
World Wildlife Fund
Protecting endangered species and habitats.
When Immediate Support Is Needed
United States
• Emergency: 911
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988
• Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
Outside the U.S.
• Find local support:
https://findahelpline.com
• Australia – Lifeline: 13 11 14
This page will continue to evolve as I learn, grow, and listen.
If something here is useful to you, I’m glad you found it.