Eating Disorders

Hi, Mighties! 💫

It's Friday, and as we wind down from the week, let's connect and check in on our self-care. 💚

Share with us how you're prioritizing self-care today. You can also respond to one of the prompts below if you'd like:

🎧 What’s your go-to distraction right now?

🧰 What products, items, or accessibility tools are helping relieve your symptoms?

😌 What are some effective ways you’re relieving stress right now?

🚫 What are you choosing not to do today and leaving for another time?

🗨️ Who are you reaching out to for help or support, if needed?

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One of the biggest lessons I've learned when it comes to caring for and prioritizing my mental health comes down to two things:

1. Knowing what is helpful for me and incorporating it into my regular routine.
2. Knowing what to avoid because it can be triggering or even harmful to my mental health.

As someone who thrives in spaces where I can be curious, explore, try new things, and take on challenges, it was difficult for me to realize that sometimes it's best not to engage in certain situations. One example for me is avoiding certain high-stress work environments or academic spaces. Even though I tend to be a high achiever and know I can succeed, willingly putting myself in fast-paced, high-stress spaces isn’t helpful for me and can trigger my anxiety and PTSD.

What about you? What are some things you avoid because of your mental health? What are some things you do instead because they feel more supportive or helpful?

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