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We often hear about self-care and think of it as prioritizing your needs, getting outside, taking breaks, or enjoying the occasional bubble bath. But self-care is so much more—especially when you're living with a chronic illness. There are added layers of considerations, demands, and limitations that are often overlooked.

What are your thoughts on self-care while managing a chronic illness or chronic pain? What does self-care look like for you? What do you wish others understood about taking care of your needs and health as someone with a chronic condition?

📖 Need a thoughtful read on the topic? Check out today's Story of the Week here: 5 Alternative Thoughts on Self-Care for Chronic Illness

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Self Care is a total game changer for mental health. ✨ It's truly magical how a little self care can go along way.

The Finch app is an adorable, cute way to work on self care! My therapist recommended it to me and my girls and I are absolutely loving it. The free version offers everything you need. ☺️

Feel free to check it out and let me know your thoughts!
#PTSD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #MentalHealth #BipolarDisorder #BipolarDepression #MentalHealth #ADHD #Anxiety #Agoraphobia #SchizoaffectiveDisorder #Cancers

Self Care is a total game changer for mental health. ✨ It's truly magical how a little self care can go along way.

The Finch app is an adorable, cute way to work on self care! My therapist recommended it to me and my girls and I are absolutely loving it. The free version offers everything you need. ☺️

Feel free to check it out and let me know your thoughts!
#PTSD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #MentalHealth #BipolarDisorder #BipolarDepression #MentalHealth #ADHD #Anxiety #Agoraphobia #SchizoaffectiveDisorder #Cancers

Have you ever heard of a Growth vs Fixed Mindset?
A growth mindset can really open up endless possibilities for growth and coping better with life, but it can be really hard if we have had a fixed mindset for years.

What's one area in the growth mindset category you'd like to try?
Meet me in the comments below!
#PTSD #MentalHealth #BipolarDisorder #BipolarDepression #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #ChronicFatigue #Lupus #ADHD #Cancers #AnorexiaNervosa

Have you ever heard of a Growth vs Fixed Mindset?
A growth mindset can really open up endless possibilities for growth and coping better with life, but it can be really hard if we have had a fixed mindset for years.

What's one area in the growth mindset category you'd like to try?
Meet me in the comments below!
#PTSD #MentalHealth #BipolarDisorder #BipolarDepression #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #ChronicFatigue #Lupus #ADHD #Cancers #AnorexiaNervosa

You wouldn’t play in the championship without training… so why do we wait for a mental health crisis to start practicing?

Here’s the truth most people miss:

Mental strength isn’t built in the breakdown—

🧠 It’s built in the daily habits.

In the quiet moments.

When no one is watching.

The greats don’t wing it. They train.

And if you want to stay calm when life hits hard—you’ve got to do the same.

💬 What’s one mental health exercise you try to practice daily? Let’s share tools 👇

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~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

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Letting go isn’t giving up—it’s setting yourself free. You can care deeply and still choose peace over control. Ask yourself: Am I exhausting myself trying to get someone to care the way I do? Then try this: take a deep breath and shift your focus inward. Reclaim that energy for your own healing and joy. You’re not responsible for someone else’s growth, only your own. Love without attachment is the kind that doesn’t break you.

Have you ever felt lighter after letting go? Share your story or a ❤️ if this speaks to you.

~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

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This idea is incredibly helpful for our 🧠 and mental health! Read it & give me your thoughts in the comments below 👇 #PTSD #MentalHealth #BipolarDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #ChronicFatigueSyndrome #Lupus #Anxiety #Cancers #ADHD #Schizophrenia #Depression #Grief #Suicide #AnorexiaNervosa