New Mexico is a magical place where all of my senses become awakened. It's the place I love most and is where I started my journey to work in mental health. Nationwide, we rank within the top five for suicide rates. Many factors, such as high poverty and a large rural land make access to mental health resources difficult, and contribute to this statistic. However, giving up is not the answer and we all hold a responsibility to give back to our communities, leaving them better for future generations. It was disheartening to learn about our high suicide rates and what gave rise to a calling within me to help find a solution. There is no place like New Mexico...or her people! This is where I come to reconnect with those I love, the NM sky, fresh crisp air, mountains, dirt, and along the way myself. No matter where I have lived, I always call New Mexico home, because after all, home is where the green chile is!