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How to Stop Being Afraid of Making Mistakes

Fear of making mistakes is one of the biggest reasons people stay stuck. When you avoid mistakes, you also avoid growth, experience, and confidence. The truth is, everyone around you is just as unsure and afraid of being judged as you are. Progress doesn’t come from being perfect. It comes from taking action, learning, and adjusting along the way.

What is something you’ve been avoiding because you’re afraid of messing it up?

If you want to learn more about this, check out my video by clicking on one of the links below.

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~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

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What’s something you miss?

When you think about the passage of time and how life experiences shape your perception of the present moment, feelings like nostalgia, FOMO (“fear of missing out”), longing, or even sadness may come up. Understanding how these emotions shape who we are can help us offer ourselves grace and compassion, while also recognizing that it’s OK to make room for grief when needed and also leave space for gratitude for how far we’ve come.

💌 Sending tons of love to our Mighty family today! 💌

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks has found herself missing the times when she wasn’t as aware of her own trauma responses. She’s grappling with self-compassion right now. She knows how important self-awareness is, but it can feel heavy some days. She’s learning to be kinder to herself and proud of how much she’s grown.

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Living with Thoughts of Suicide Virtual Support Group! 2nd and 4th Monday, 6:30 to 8pm ET

It’s OK to talk about suicide. About 12.2 million adults have thoughts of suicide. This peer-led support group is a safe space to talk about what it’s like to have those thoughts, how to manage them, and find community.

⚠️ For emergencies, always call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988.

💻 If you'd like more information or would like to join, you can find the link here.
Virtual groups are every 2nd and 4th Monday, 6:30 to 8pm Eastern Standard Time. Closed captioning is available: naminycmetro.org/programs/living-with-thoughts-of-suicide

If you have any questions, feel free to comment below!

#SuicidalThoughts #Suicide #BipolarDepression #BipolarDisorder #PTSD #ComplexPosttraumaticStressDisorder #Schizophrenia #ADHD #Parenting #ChronicIllness #SchizoaffectiveDisorder #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #Anxiety #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #Depression #MentalHealth #Selfcare #EatingDisorders #CheckInWithMe

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What's some self-care or mental health advice you'd actually want to receive from others?

As a health community, we often talk about what it’s like to receive unsolicited advice, suggestions, or tips from people who may not fully understand the extent of what we experience day to day—but still share what they think we need nonetheless. 😤

For today’s reflection, though, let’s think about the advice we’d actually want to receive. What self-care or mental health tips, ideas, or suggestions would genuinely feel helpful to you right now?

I’ll go first!
Some advice I’d really appreciate is hearing how people maintain their relationships and friendships while also managing their mental health. I’d also like to explore how others navigate challenging conversations around pet peeves and boundaries.

What about you? 💬

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Mindfulness 101: How to Stay Focused

Many people think meditation means clearing your mind completely, but that is not the goal. The goal is noticing when your attention drifts and gently bringing it back. That process is what strengthens focus, reduces stress, and builds awareness over time. Even a few minutes a day can make a meaningful difference in how your mind responds to stress and distraction.

Have you ever tried meditation, and if so, what did you find most difficult about it?

Also, if you're going through a tough time right now, I want you to know that I post daily mental health videos about how to deal with painful thoughts. So if you or anyone you know is struggling and wants help, click on one of the links below or write me if you have any questions you want me to answer:

www.instagram.com/thomas_of_copenhagen

www.tiktok.com/@thomas_of_copenhagen

~ Thanks to all. Thanks for all. ~

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

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I’m grateful for _______ right now.

Hi Mighty friends! 💎

What’s something you’re grateful for at the moment? It could be a person, place, idea, experience, item or product, opportunity, resource, or something specific or general.

Feel free to share with us below! ⭐

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