Mental Health Matters
This month we’re focusing on Mental Health! Our incredible Mental Health Therapists write up amazing blogs annually with excellent tips on Mental Health Awareness. In this blog we will be summarizing some of their advice for you!
First it’s important to acknowledge that Mental Health challenges are common. One in five people will experience a mental health challenge in any given year. Mental health struggles are far more common than many realize, which means most people know someone who is affected, whether they realize it or not.
It’s important to normalize these challenges, so that people understand that they are not alone and that support is available to everyone.
If you’re looking to get started on your mental health journey, there are some DIY mental health practices that can be done anywhere, one of our favorites is the 5-4-3-2-1 exercise:
Notice 5 things that you can see around you (if you are unable to see, then imagine 5 things you’d like to have around you).
4 things that you can hear around you (if you are unable to hear, then imagine 4 sounds that you’d like to hear or have around you).
3 things that you can touch or feel.
2 things that you can smell.
Name 1 thing that you are grateful for, or that you love about yourself.
This exercise is a great way to get grounded in your body, and to be present. Learn more about these practices that you can do yourself in our DIY Mental Health Practices blog!
If you’re looking for resources surrounding mental health support for yourself, or those in our community check out our resources blog for a comprehensive list of therapy networks and resources especially geared towards the BIPOC and Queer community. We know that it can be intimidating to try and find extra support for ourselves and loved ones.
Get empowered to get the help you need and deserve. Check out Erasing Stigma, Taking Steps toward Mental Health to learn more about the importance of getting help!
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