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Isn't the best when you make a connection with someone and have a positive experience doing so?

Let's end the week by sharing those refreshing moments of connection below. 👇

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks remembers the first time she began facilitating creative workshops. She didn't expect so many people to attend and enjoy the activities she created. The experience felt great!

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Hi, Mighty fam! ✨

Our #MightyMinute is a simple one. Using just one word, what do you choose for yourself today? Think priorities, intentions, focus, or the kind of support you need most right now.

Finish the sentence and drop your word below! 👇🩵

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Making, having, and maintaining connections is important, but it can all be a bit draining. 🫠 This is especially true for those of us who have a limited number of spoons to go around. (BTW, there's definitely no shame in needing to prioritize yourself.)

What social situations make you feel the most drained?

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks feels the most drained after spending time with large groups of people. She prefers a smaller group or just people she's already comfortable with.

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Managing a mix of symptoms from a disability or health condition (or several) can take a lot of time, patience, and energy — plus juggling doctor visits and the different perspectives that come with seeing multiple professionals such as primary care doctors, specialists, physical or occupational therapists, nurses, social workers, care coordinators, nutritionists, or mental health providers.

Who on your care team has helped you understand your treatment options the most? What about their approach has made a difference for you?

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Yes, the connections we have with others are super important, but so is the connection we have with ourselves!

We do spend the most time with ourselves, after all, and we deserve to have the best relationship we can. 💌

How can you improve the connection you have with yourself? What are some ways you can strengthen it?

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks says she can strengthen her relationship with herself by doing the activities she enjoys more consistently.

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At its core, resilience is the ability to recover, adapt, and adjust when faced with change or difficult circumstances. But what resilience looks like can be very different for each of us.

What are your thoughts on resilience? What does it look like in your life? How do you define it? What’s something you’ve learned about resilience lately?

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Sometimes people mean well, but their words can sting, dismiss, or just fall flat — whether it’s about your health, emotions, or everyday life. From “helpful” advice to overused platitudes, we all have phrases we’re just done hearing.

💬 Maybe you’re over hearing things like:

“But you don’t look sick.”

“Everything happens for a reason.”

“It could be worse.”

“Have you tried yoga?”

“At least you can still ___.”

“You should smile more.”

“Don’t be so sensitive.”

“It’s all in your head.”

“Other people have it worse.”

“Cheer up.”

“Just don’t worry about it.”

✨ Instead some more helpful or validating phrases can be:

“I believe you.”

“That sounds really hard — how can I support you?”

“You shouldn’t have to be this strong all the time.”

“Take all the time you need.”

“I hear you.”

“That must be exhausting.”

“You don’t owe anyone an explanation.”

“I’m here if you need to vent."

“You’re allowed to feel how you feel.”

“Thank you for trusting me with how you’re feeling.”

“You’re doing your best, and that’s enough.”

💡 Take a #MightyMinute today to share the phrases you’re over hearing — and what you’d rather hear instead.

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Happy Monday, Mighty fam! ⭐

Today’s the perfect day to get started on this week’s self-care challenge, which is all about the connections we have in our lives. Whether it be with family, friends, our health care providers, co-workers, bosses, or even strangers we encounter while out and about, the connections we have with those around us impact us immensely — in ways both good and bad.

It’s natural and "normal" to have a closer connection with some people in our lives, and not so much with others. Knowing ourselves as well as what we value in our social and support circles can help us to establish which connections are the most important to us.

Who in your life do you feel most connected to?

Share in the comments below! ⬇️

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Happy Friday, Halloween (for the spooky fans), and end of the month, Mighty friends! 🎃

Inspired by today’s holiday, we’re brewing up some weekend plans with a twist. Here’s how it works — fill in the blanks for today’s prompt by sharing:

🍬 One Treat: Something fun, adventurous, or exciting you’re planning, a self-care moment you’ll indulge in, or even a snack or comfort you’re looking forward to enjoying.

🔮 One Trick: Something new you’d like to try that benefits your health or well-being, a perspective shift to help you through a challenge, or a postponed task you’re ready to tackle.

Drop your tricks and treats below! 👇

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Sometimes we just need to hear some happy stories, so let’s share a few of the positive experiences we’ve had when it comes to reaching out for help and actually receiving it.

Following an unpleasant experience in college, Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks started therapy in 2019 after not seeking help for her mental health for over three years. She was really happy she made the step to ask for help because she then found a really kind and empathetic therapist in return!

Note: It’s totally OK if you feel you haven’t received the help you deserve and needed in the past. We’re here with you and extend our support in any capacity we can. 🌟

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#Autism #Parenting #PTSD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BipolarDisorder #Fibromyalgia #Lupus #MultipleSclerosis #Migraine #Spoonie