We’re heading into winter amidst a surge in coronavirus cases. Many of the institutions central to our sense of community are closed, and the events that help us maintain a sense of connection continue to be held remotely, if they are not canceled outright. Even a handshake or a hug feels dangerous. Everyone is struggling, but the struggle is especially acute for physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. Our risk of suicide is high in the best of times, and the risk factors have only been exacerbated by the pandemic. 
Since 2018, the Central Oregon Medical Society has offered a free, confidential wellness program. Other resources may be available at your workplace. I urge you to use them. And to be clear, I am not saying *if*. I do not want you to wait until you are in crisis to reach out. I want you to do it now, and tell your colleagues you have done so and encourage them to do so, too. I have used the St. Charles Caregiver Assistance Program, and it helped me through a particularly dark moment in my career. Let’s remove the stigma of mental health resources. Let’s normalize wellness.