During trying times

During this emotional time when everyone needs extra support don’t forget check on your friends and family who suffer from mental illness.

Speaking from my own personal struggle with my mental health I am so fortunate to have an amazing support system filled with incredible people. When I start to get anxious or when I begin to feel down I know I can reach out to anyone in my circle. I have even had my loved ones texting and calling me to check in which I am so grateful for.

Some of the things I am doing during this time may also be helpful to others so I thought I would share.

*Don’t watch the news if you can avoid it. (Im lucky that my Husband keeps me informed of the things I need to know. )

*Stay active don’t just sit around watching tv all day- take a walk, ride your bike, garden, dance around, play with your kids, do an online work out, do yoga, etc.

*Keep your routine as much as possible. For example I’m still waking up at 7:30 during the week, doing laundry, washing dishes, cooking dinner, etc.

*Do something creative. I like to color with my daughter

*Take the time to catch up with friends or family through phone calls, writing letters, or FaceTime

*Read a book

*Clean out and organize a closet or room you have been putting off

*Bake

* Have movie time or play a game with your family

*Do your census

*Blog

Don’t forget we are all going through this , so we need to show compassion , and support during this time.

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