If you’ve read my story, then you know I have had a history of mental health struggles.
Here’s what I do to keep myself healthy so that I can avoid the trap of slipping back into the darkness:
Presence. Over and over again I remind myself that Now is not Then. And the future hasn’t even happened. Meditation helps too. A lot.
Movement. When I get together with friends, I always suggest we go for a walk. When I’m with my boys, we play, wrestle, garden, and dance. Movement matters.
Greens. A few years ago, I traded my morning coffee for green juice. A few weeks ago, I slipped back into my old coffee habit and was instantly more anxious and irritable. It took me three miserable days to figure out what was going on. Now I know better and stick to my greens. Also kale chips. Yum!
Therapy. I have a team of people that help me keep my mind healthy. My team includes a psychologist, coach, and intuitive healer.
Relationships. Good quality relationships (with myself and others) are what give me a solid foundation from which to build my life. I have made peace with the people-pleasing part of me that wants everyone to like me, and I now purposefully choose the people I spend time with. Thankfully, I have many awesome, fierce, compassionate, wise, & great people in my life that help me stay sane.
Sleep. Yes, even with my little guys. Granted, I am still up with them three or four times per night, but I make sure I head to bed early so that I can catch enough zzzzzzzz’s.
Next week, I’ll share the other six strategies with you. What I know for sure, is that change is most effective with consistent small steps in the right direction.
Give some of these a try, take some consistent small steps. See what happens.
Hearts & greens,
This is wonderful -love it! Thank you Gemma x
Thanks Gemma for the reminders. It’s just what I needed to hear today.
Great reminders! Thanks for sharing. I’ve added coffee back in again, thanks for the reminder to cut it 🙂
This is truly a gem of valuable tools, tips and wisdom. You so beautifully tap into key areas needed for mental health. I particularly love your reflection:
Depression is a disorder of the past.
Anxiety is a disorder of the future.
I have never thought of it in that way. Succint, simple and so true – thank you for the clarity.
I feel blessed to be listed under “compassion,” I agree fully, relationships are the foundation of life.
Hugs & Love
Lee xoxox
Oh you’re so welcome! Thanks for stopping by and leaving a note Jilly.
xo
gem
You’re welcome Asaera, I’m delighted the timing was good for you. xo
You’re welcome Andrea! It’s amazing how easy it is to slip into old routines 🙂
xo
gem
Thank you lovely-Lee, I’m tremendously grateful for your support and feedback. Always.
Deep love,
gem
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