LM AspirationsLM AspirationsMay is Mental Health Awareness Month. There has always been a stigma around mental health and certain forms of treatment. Although with the Pandemic we are getting more comfortable speaking about caring for our mental health. Which is imperative. We all get anxious now a days, however some develop a mental illness. It is said that mental illness is a condition that interferes with daily function, thinking, and ways one relates to others. Many mental illnesses have been identified, such as depression, anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, schizophrenia, and more. Affecting anyone, female, male, old, young, any cultural background, race, education, or income level. Thankfully, it can most often be treated.
Here are a few self-care tips:
Listen to what your body (and mind) needs, we know when we feel overloaded.
Let’s cut each other some slack, we all feel the stress and anxiety.
Allow yourself the time to acknowledge your true feelings about not being able to see family and friends, attend a class, or participate in an event.
Give yourself some alone time, I know this one is a challenge, especially if you have children.
Eating healthy is critical during times of increased mental stress, it can also support your immune system in fighting illness.
Exercise, take a walk, have a dance party (even if it’s just your favorite 2 step), or do a few household chores.
Get some sleep, grab a quick nap or two if needed.
Keep using virtual meeting platforms to connect for chats, virtual parties, virtual dinner parties (get that favorite recipe from a family member of friend), movie night, or a talk off the ledge video chat – just connect.
Do something fun – learn something new, read, sing, watch a favorite movie or show, etc.
Take some time to acknowledge the good.
Being active, eating healthy, and getting enough rest all help us manage stress and anxiety.
Disclaimer: No content on this site should ever be used as a substitute for medical advice from your physician.