Schizoaffective Disorder

Reframing negative beliefs is a huge part of healing. These would work for anyone, but especially for anyone who struggles with strong emotions or moods. Which one is most helpful to you today? Let us know in the comments below 👇
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Hi Mighties! 🌱

It’s been a bit of a tough few weeks for my brain. I’ve been taking in a lot of new information, carrying an increased load of responsibilities, adjusting to the seasonal shift (I tend to experience seasonal depression in the warmer months), and my birthday is coming up. None of these things are inherently negative, but they’ve felt overwhelming nonetheless.

I’m learning how to take better care of myself, especially since I haven’t been prioritizing it lately, which led to a panic attack this past weekend. I’m trying to incorporate more “me time” in ways that don’t feel like added chores. Lately, that’s looked like reading more and rewatching my favorite shows and cartoons.

What positive coping strategies have been helping you feel more balanced or manage your symptoms lately?

Please feel free to share below! 💡

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Living with Bipolar virtual support group is for people living with bipolar or schizoaffective disorder. Develop coping skills, share common experiences, gain self-advocacy skills, and find community.

💻 If you'd like more information or would like to join, you can find the link here.
Virtual groups are every 5th Thursdays, 6:30-8pm Eastern Standard Time. Closed captioning is available:
naminycmetro.org/programs/living-with-bipolar

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

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When I enter new spaces or have new experiences, I’ve noticed habits that I’ve likely carried with me for most of my life. It’s challenging for me not to be overly self-critical, especially when I feel like I should already know something or need to learn it quickly. The perfectionism gets really loud when I’m just starting something, but I want to rewrite the script in my head and shift my expectations for myself during these transition seasons.

What about you? In what moments do you notice yourself being more self-critical?

Feel free to share your experiences below! ⬇️

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NAMI Connection 55+ is for adults ages 55+ with mental illness or any mental health challenge. Develop coping skills, share common experiences, gain self-advocacy skills, and find community.

💻 If you'd like more information or would like to join, you can find the link here. Virtual groups are every 1st and 3rd Tuesday, 4 to 5:30pm Eastern Standard Time: naminycmetro.org/programs/nami-connection-55

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

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