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Ever feel panic creeping in, and your mind starts spinning out of control? 😵‍💫 Instead of letting anxiety take over, there’s a simple, science-backed trick that can instantly bring you back to the present moment.

💡 Here’s how it works:

✅ Pick any object—something in your pocket or nearby.

✅ Focus on every detail—its shape, texture, color, even how it might smell or taste.

✅ Give it 100% of your attention, and watch as your anxious thoughts lose their grip.

The best part? The more you practice, the easier it gets—even in stressful situations like job interviews, first dates, or crowded places.

What's something you do that helps you overcome anxious thinking?

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I've got a telehealth appointment tomorrow with my doctor to go over my lab results. They're pretty bad. She's gonna be cross that I haven't found an Endo yet. I'm on a really high dose of insulin. It's not helping. But it's making me gain weight really fast. It's kinda scary.

But I'm gonna talk to her about getting me a proper rescue inhaler. I've got dulera but that's just twice per day. When I go up and down the stairs or walk for more than 5 minutes I can't catch my breath.

I'm gonna get a refill of my Norco. I've been trying to contact my previous back surgeon but they haven't responded to my 2 emails and phone calls. As long as I am making an attempt, my doctor will refill my meds. I've only been taking maybe 5 per week. I'm trying to use my tramadol more often. I'm not addicted. And I intend on staying that way.

My doctor is concerned about my lymphedema and high blood pressure. I told her how my cardiologist is handling it and she's kinda pissed. The new meds aren't working. And I had a low symptoms day on Tuesday so my cardiologist thinks everything is fine. And even after emailing her pictures of my pitting lymphedema, I haven't heard back.

I'm so frustrated. And my anxiety is making me sick. I'll talk to my doctor about how bad my adjustment disorder is. Maybe she'll have an idea. She's a good doctor.

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Your path is yours alone. Measuring it against someone else’s only steals your joy. Success, happiness, and growth look different for everyone. Instead of focusing on where others are, focus on your progress, your wins, and what truly fulfills you. The only person you need to be better than is the person you were yesterday.

What’s one personal win you’re proud of today? Celebrate it in the comments!

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What you eat doesn’t just affect your body—it impacts your energy, mood, and mental clarity.

Junk food can leave you sluggish and unfocused, while the right foods fuel your brain for better sleep, ambition, and overall well-being. The tricky part? Your body adapts to whatever you regularly eat, so if you’re used to low-quality food, you might not even realize how much better you could feel.

Pay attention to how food makes you feel. Experiment with healthier choices, and see the difference in your energy and mindset.

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Also, if you have any questions about mental health, please comment below or send me a private message, and I will make a video response just for you.

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Physical health diets and exercises are just as important as mental health ones. When we eat poorly, we feel sluggish, weak, and sometimes can't sleep. The same thing happens to our mind. If you feel this way, I'd recommend evaluating what sorts of things you are consuming mentally.

Consider if you are engaging in too much social media, online shopping, arguing, negative news, gossip, or anything else that doesn't settle well with you. What would be a good way for you to cleanse your mental health diet and be more healthy?

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How many times have you been upset with someone—not because they did something wrong, but because they didn’t know what you wanted?

Misunderstandings often come from unspoken expectations. We assume others can read between the lines, but the truth is, clear and honest communication is key. Being open about what you need isn’t a weakness, it’s a strength. When you communicate with honesty and kindness, people will respect you more and respond in kind.

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Also, if you have any questions about mental health, please comment below or send me a private message, and I will make a video response just for you.

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#MentalHealth #MentalHealth #Depression #Anxiety #BipolarDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Addiction #dissociativedisorders #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #ADHD #Fibromyalgia #EhlersDanlosSyndrome #PTSD #Cancer #RareDisease #Disability #Autism #Diabetes #EatingDisorders #ChronicIllness #ChronicPain #RheumatoidArthritis #Suicide #MightyTogether