Rare Disease

When my daughter was first (mis)diagnosed with a rare disease in 2013, not only was I utterly devastated by the news that she had a progressive disease, but I was also shocked beyond reason by the realization that such a disease even existed in the first place. That moment was reality-altering. In fact, I remember very little from that day, except [...]

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Good sleep isn’t only about how many hours you spend in bed.

Consistency matters too.

During the darker months, our routines can start shifting. We stay in bed longer, feel tired at different times, or gradually lose some of the structure around when we sleep and wake.

And when sleep becomes less predictable, the effects often show up during the workday through our energy, mood, and ability to concentrate.

In today’s video, I look at one simple way to bring a little more consistency back into your sleep routine.

What part of your sleep routine is hardest to keep consistent?

Also, if you're going through a tough time right now, I want you to know that I post 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:

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What’s something you want to change or incorporate more of in your daily routine?

The good thing about making changes is that it’s a fluid and flexible art form, and you can incorporate those tweaks when and where you see fit.

Whether it be something completely new, something you want to adjust, or even an action or habit you’re looking to add to your daily routine, we are cheering you on! You are worthy of change.

What’s something you want to incorporate more of on a daily basis?

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A positive change I recently made is…

Change can be challenging sometimes, but once that first step is made in the right direction, more doors can be opened. Hello, possibility. Hello, opportunity!

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks has recently started expressing her thoughts, ideas, and perspective more openly to those around her, especially her new therapist. She has found that sharing helps her feel heard and understood.

What’s a positive change you’ve made recently? Were the results immediate? Finish today’s prompt below. ⬇️

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When it gets colder and darker, everyday movement can disappear surprisingly quickly.

But being active doesn’t have to mean finding an hour for the gym.

A walk at lunch, taking the stairs, moving during a phone call, or simply getting up between periods of focused work all count.

The goal isn’t necessarily to exercise harder.

Sometimes it’s simply to spend a little less of the day sitting still.

In today’s video, I share a simple challenge for adding more movement to something you’re already doing.

What’s the easiest way for you to add a little more movement to your workday?

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During the darker months, it’s surprisingly easy to go through an entire workday with very little natural daylight.

You leave home when it’s dark.

You spend most of the day indoors.

And by the time work is finished, it’s dark again.

Daylight plays an important role in regulating our internal body clock and supporting daytime alertness, which makes getting outside especially valuable during winter.

In today’s video, I share a simple way to build more daylight into a normal workday without completely changing your routine.

When do you normally get outside during the workday?

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When the seasons change, our routines often change with them without us really noticing.

We spend less time outside. We move less. We might see people less often. And some of the habits that helped us feel good during the brighter months slowly disappear.

That doesn’t mean you need to completely redesign your life for winter.

Sometimes it’s simply worth noticing what has changed and bringing back one thing that was working for you before.

In today’s video, I share a simple way to take stock of your winter routine and identify one healthy habit worth bringing back.

What’s one thing you tend to do less of when the days get darker?

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What’s a change you’ve had to make because of your health?

Happy Monday, Mighties! 💌

Our topic this week is something we’ve all had to experience one way or another: change.

Like it or not, every day we are presented with decisions to make — some big, some small. And with every decision comes the opportunity or possibility of change.

For the vast majority of us here on The Mighty, our health plays a huge and important part in our decision-making process, and therefore is subject to influence the changes we make — whether it’s voluntarily or out of necessity — for ourselves. These changes can look like leaving a job, drastically changing our lifestyle, or setting new boundaries.

What’s a change you’ve had to make because of your health?

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One thing I’ve learned is that being still with yourself can be harder than it sounds. When uncomfortable thoughts or emotions show up, the instinct is often to distract yourself, fix them, or get away from them as quickly as possible.

But I’ve found that I don’t always need to solve what I’m feeling in that moment. Sometimes I just need to notice it without judging myself for having it. That small shift, from trying to escape the feeling to simply being present with it, can make things feel a little less overwhelming.

For me, mindfulness isn’t about emptying my mind or pretending everything is peaceful. It’s about learning how to come back to myself with a little more patience and compassion.

What helps you come back to yourself when your mind feels busy or heavy?

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