Self-care

As someone who struggles with perfectionism and being really hard on myself, this one really hit me.
I hope it's helpful for you today.
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For this week’s self-care challenge, we’ll be focusing on ✨communication✨.

From verbal to nonverbal, written, visual, or even active listening, there are a wide variety of ways we can communicate with one other (and ourselves). What we determine to be "good" or effective communication depends on our situational needs and preferences, especially in reference to the topic we’re discussing and how we want our messages to be received or portrayed.

What does "good" communication look like for you? What helps you to feel seen and heard when interacting with someone else?

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks says "good" communication for her involves welcoming body language, eye contact, listening without interruption, as well as a calm and understanding tone when speaking, especially in conversations when she’s discussing her feelings and concerns with someone.

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Reframing the "What if?" thought to "I can handle whatever comes" is a game changer.
Try it this weekend and let me know how it goes!
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Another week in the bag 👜, Mighty warriors! To conclude this week of tuning up our mental health, let's charge ahead. How can you continue to prioritize your mental health this weekend?

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks says she’ll catch up on her sleep and watch a few of her herbalism classes.

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Hi Mighty fam! 🌷

Sometimes it's really challenging for me to be patient with myself. When I feel as though I could be doing something "better," or when I think I should have moved on from something and it peeks its head again, I can be quite self-critical. I want to be more patient with myself when "old" feelings or patterns resurface.

Does anyone else relate? What's something you'd like to be kinder and more patient with yourself about?

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I figured we could all use a smile today. (Photo is of a barn animal I took recently).

Tell us 3 things in the comments 👇 that you're thankful for!
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When we speak or write something into existence, we give it less power over us. So today, let’s try and reclaim some of that power by writing a letter to our biggest fears.

In your letter, you can touch on what your fear is, how it’s affected you, and how you can begin to let it go.

Here is Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks letter:

Dear abandonment,

I’ve been afraid of you for a long time now, ever since I was a little girl. You’ve been lingering over me and preventing me from progressing, but I’m learning who you are and where you came from. You are no longer allowed to cloud my judgment or stop me from making lasting friendships and relationships. I’m taking my life back. You’re no longer going to hold me back.

Good riddance,
Nina

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(So sorry for disappearing on you, I was very under the weather recently. I've missed you all!)

Just a reminder that we can only regulate our emotions when we allow ourselves to feel them.
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🚨 Today’s public service announcement 🚨

Whether it’s from a family member, friend, nonprofit organization, free community program, online platform (like The Mighty!), doctor, or mental health professional, it’s always OK to ask and receive support for your mental health.

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks finds talking to her therapist, sharing on The Mighty, and spending quality time with her family to be most helpful for her.

What about you?

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We're transitioning into a new month, Mighties! How was September for you? Let’s check in and reflect on our mood-tracking experiences. ✨

What were some trends or patterns you saw come up? Have you learned anything new, reassuring, or interesting about yourself in the process of mood tracking this month? Is there anything you would like to improve or work on moving forward?

💡 Bonus: Feel free to also comment the color(s) that best represents your mood today as well. 🎖️

💚 Green: Open-minded, creative, reflective
💜 Purple: Happy, excited, grateful
🔵 Blue: Calm, relaxed, confident
🟡 Yellow: Depressed, stuck, melancholy
🟫 Brown: Tired, exhausted, drained
🔴 Red: Anxious, alert, concerned, worried
⚫ Black: Angry, annoyed, frustrated
🧡 Orange: Stressed, overwhelmed
🤍 White: Not sure if I can put my mood into words.Black: Angry, annoyed, frustrated
🌈 Rainbow: Other (share in the comments!)

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#CheerMeOn