'Even if you don’t struggle with a full-blown anxiety disorder, this situation we’re in can trigger overwhelming feelings. So, it’s important to protect and nurture your mental health, no matter what your situation is.'
hit, I’ve had the TV on all day, obsessively scrolling through headlines on my phone before I fall asleep, and checking news websites first thing in the morning. I struggle with mental health issues, including anxiety. So, I know these habits threaten my stability, but it’s hard to stop.
Even if you don’t struggle with a full-blown anxiety disorder, this situation we’re in can trigger overwhelming feelings. So, it’s important to protect and nurture yourself mental health, no matter what your situation is. That means not flinging yourself headfirst down that rabbit hole. There is a middle ground between plugging into an IV of media and totally burying your head in the sand. I've found six effective ways to keep myself sane while staying aware of what’s important.
No matter what the situation, chances are there’s something I can do to help, even if it seems insignificant. Every time I read a disheartening story, I ask myself if there’s any action I can take, no matter how small. Change doesn’t always come from big leaders making big moves. It’s everyday people who make the world a better place through individual choices. If enough of us stand up for what we believe in, a small group can grow into a massive movement for good.
, which is a repository of positive, uplifting current events. These resources help balance the scale by reminding me that love, kindness, and compassion are still alive and well.Yesterday, I walked to a local park with a pond. I left my phone at home. All I brought with me was my house key. I smelled the freshly cut grass, damp from an afternoon rainstorm, as I strolled to the park. I listened to the summer sounds of happy children at a nearby playground.
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