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It’s the small things
There is a lot of things that trigger me and cause me to feel anxious and depressed and that triggers my anorexia.
There are also a lot of things that help me feel better on a bad day. Like a friend reaching out, my dad hugging me and handing me a coffee when he sees me and just knows. It’s the butterfly on the grass, the baby waving at me in public and the supermarket cashier telling me that she can’t believe how much I’ve grown.
I think that we need to know our triggers and our pick me ups and see them for what they are. In my personal journey I’m approaching a more practice control when I get triggered than avoiding them.
#control #Mentalhealthselfcare #journeynotdestination #AnorexiaNervosa #Anxiety
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My name is Carissa, and I have four kiddos (3 on IEPs). We are currently going to begin week 5 of remote learning. Truth...it is the hardest thing I've ever done. I just wrote an article for the Mighty that will be published on this topic. If you are struggling like me...remember to give yourself grace and you are not alone in your struggle! #remotelearning #distancelearning #SpecialNeedsParenting #Mentalhealthselfcare
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Looking for strength in all the wrong places #depressed
I saw this post earlier in the morning and wanted to share. I really needed the quick chuckle... Giving up so far has not been an option for me. I hope that you find this post encouraging and cute enough to make you smile 💟☮️😊 #depressed #Depression #Anxiety #CPTSD #Bipolar #mentalhealthcheck #Mentalhealthselfcare
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What tips do you have for dealing with holidays and your mental health #Mentalhealthselfcare #BipolarDisorder
Sometimes prioritizing your health can feel overwhelming-and that's especially true at the holidays.
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Sharing my #Selfcare go-tos! Tell me yours too!
In no particular order
(Things I do when I need a moment of peace or joy during a hard time)
Take a bath
Draw/doodle
Do my nails
Drink peppermint tea
Stretch a bit
Go for a walk outside
iPhone photography
Writing poetry
Using my weighted blanket
Listening to outside sounds.
Sitting on my dock
Watching silly tv shows
Sing along with my favorite songs
Petting my cat
Reading nonfiction
Reading about my favorite authors and artists on Wikipedia
Re reading a favorite book
Making a fire in the fireplace
Being near my boyfriend
Listening to my boyfriend practicing guitar
Riding in a car
Playing card games
Focusing on my breathing
Using my five senses to stay grounded
Walking my dog
Taking a shower
Playing with thinking putty
Talking to a close friend
Getting some sunshine
Listening to music
Listening to podcasts
Drinking sipping chocolate
Wearing fuzzy socks
Wearing comfy pants
Rocking in a rocking chair
Trying to do something nice for someone
Looking at old photos
Looking at art on Instagram
Using a heating pad on my shoulders
Putting som lavender or peppermint oil on
That’s all I can think of but I have more.
I’ll post more if I think of them
What are your go to self care tips for when you’re having a bad day??
#MentalHealth #Anxiety #AnxietyDisorder #Depression #BipolarDisorder #Manic #BipolarObsessiveness #Bipolaranxiety #MixedState #RapidCyclingBipolarDisorder #InvisibleIllness #ChronicIllness #chronicmentalillness #Mentalhealthselfcare #Myselfcare #bekindtoyourselves #MentalHealthDays
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