AWARDS & RECOGNITION

"Winning is not a some time thing. Winning is an all the time thing, because you don't just do things right sometimes...you do things right all the time."

~ Vince Lombardi

Allies in Action Award from American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

2013 Allies in Action Congressional Staff Award (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention)

2013 Friends of Children’s Mental Health Congressional Staff Award (American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry)

2012 Alumni of the Year, NMHU

2011 National Excellence in Federal Government Leadership Award (National Resource for Hispanic Mental Health)

Young Alumna of the Year, New Mexico Highlands University

National Spokesperson for the 1-800-YOUTHLINE

2005 Miss New Mexico (competed at Miss America)

Recognized as Yellow Ribbon International “Lifetime Member” (Yellow Ribbon Suicide Prevention Program)

2004 Commencement Keynote Speaker for New Mexico Highlands University Graduation (Same year Ane graduated from college)

2004 Appointed by Governor Bill Richardson to the New Mexico Commission on Higher Education

National Resource Center for Hispanic Mental Health

Who's Who Among American College Students

Recognized as the first Servicios Especiales, “Super Student of The Year Award”( New Mexico Highlands University)

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Self Love

Self love and respect are two life essentials and lessons. May we all find the path that leads us to the road of self acceptance and may we never forget our inner strength, uniqueness, and ability to overcome life's challenges. To others you will always be too much or not enough of something, but what matters most is how you "See" and "Believe" in yourself. Once this is accomplished, you can "Achieve" anything your heart desires. Wishing you all a beautiful start to the weekend! Big hugs, Ane

See You At The Gym! On The Road To Becoming Physically and Mentally Fit.

I like many others made a resolution to get fit- both financially and physically. If I could do it once (during my pageant days), of course I could do it again, right? After two days of weight training (5 lb dumbbells) and stair climber I could barely lift my arms to get dressed in the morning, much less get in and out of my car without wincing. As I sat reeking of Icy Hot , reality set in...and it wasn't pretty. I was out of shape! Being physically fit definitely contributes to being mentally fit. A study by Arizona State has proven the positive effects related to mental health, through physical fitness. Findings showed that consistent exercise decreased feelings of anxiety and depression, and increased self-esteem, ability to deal with stressful situations, and contributed to better sleep patters. It is also hypothesized that regular exercise can combat the onset of depression (although further study needed to be done). Today, it is estimated that 1 out of every 5 Americans wil

"National Call to Action Against Suicide"

Jason Mraz "I Won't Give Up" Should you or someone you know need help, contact the National Crisis Hotline at 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) As I write these words, I am numb knowing that 17-year old Carlos Vigil took his own life in my home state of New Mexico. He was part of a well known youth center I enjoyed stopping by on visits back home. I always felt inspired by what the innovative things the youth were doing and the sincere caring nature of the staff always sent me back to Washington, DC with a new sense of hope. I write this as a message to those suffering in silence and to honor the memory of a young life gone to soon. No matter what troubles lie in your path, please know that suicide is not the answer. It does not matter if you knew Carlos Vigil personally, because every time a child dies by suicide, it is a tragic loss to all of humanity. From what I have read Carlos was a compassionate leader. He was a member of a well-known youth center in his communi

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