#CheckInWithMe: Give and get support here.

In the poll we asked earlier in the week, two responses were tied at 34% with our group sharing that you ask for help sometimes but would rather do things on your own and that you only ask for help when it's an emergency. So, we’re curious what your experience is when helping others. Do you find it easier? How come?

P.S. We’ve heard so many community members share that they enjoy helping out those around them, especially those on The Mighty who are struggling. We applaud and commend all who have made The Mighty what it is today.🏅

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#Autism #Parenting #PTSD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BipolarDisorder #Fibromyalgia #Lupus #MultipleSclerosis #Migraine #Spoonie

Hi Mighties! 🌟

Let’s do an activity together today. Follow these steps:

Step 1: Grab a piece of paper and write down the perspectives, limiting beliefs, and thoughts causing you shame that you’d like to let go of. 📝

Step 2: Rip the paper into tiny pieces and say this affirmation out loud: “I allow myself to let go of what causes me shame.” 🗣️

Step 3: Throw the pieces away. 🗑️

💌 Share below how the activity felt or what you’re choosing to release today.

#noshame #CheckInWithMe #Grief #MentalHealth #Anxiety #Depression #PTSD #ChronicIllness #RareDisease #ChronicPain #Spoonie #Migraine #Fibromyalgia

For some, reaching out for help and support can be really challenging and even exhausting sometimes, especially if they're used to relying on only themselves. We totally get that!

What advice would you give to someone who experiences that challenge, but wants to seek support from others?

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks shared that it took her years to ask for help and found it really challenging to open up to others. Although it took her awhile, practicing smaller gestures — like asking her mom for water when anxious or to go on a walk with her — allowed Nina to gather up the courage that made asking for support a more regular habit.

#52SmallThings #CheckInWithMe #Selfcare #MentalHealth #Disability #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RareDisease #Anxiety #Depression
#Autism #Parenting #PTSD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BipolarDisorder #Fibromyalgia #Lupus #MultipleSclerosis #Migraine #Spoonie