Not a Fan of Cloudy Weather? Reframing Your Mindset.
I grew up in a very sunny area and now live somewhere where it’s cloudy and rains frequently. My mood definitely shifts, especially when it gets cold and gloomy, my energy decreases, and it’s...
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35 Things That Help You Relax: Summer Edition
With the summer season in full spring, that can bring a lot of time on your hands! You may be off for summer break from school or even have more downtime from your job....
Stop and Smell the Roses
Sometimes we forget to take care of ourselves. We often get so caught up in our everyday lives and pouring ourselves into others that we neglect ourselves. This neglect can lead to burn out and worsen our overall mental health and relationships. If we don’t show up for ourselves, how can we show up for others?
20 Activities for When You Need Some Relaxation
You don’t need me to tell you that this year has been a very stressful time. With the year coming to a close, I want to take the opportunity to find some techniques that will help me take a step back and work on relaxing and be more mindful. If you ever feel like you are getting stressed or overwhelmed, try one of these activities and see how it can help!
Avoiding Aimless Scrolling
With the weather finally turning to colder, shorter days, I find myself more often scrolling on my phone aimlessly for hours. While social media can be a good outlet, I turn into a zombie after being on it for a while. I will sometimes then be in a funk the rest of the day, feeling very out of it and not wanting to do anything else that I wanted to originally get done that day.
Finding an Escape
When things in real life feel overwhelming, one of the first things that we likely want to do is find an escape. It could be as idealistic as taking a vacation or as simple as going for a walk. However, activities to help us get out of our heads can be easier said than done, especially if depressive episodes or anxiety attacks make even the seemingly easiest of tasks feel impossible.
Taking a Deep Breath
Tips, advice, and articles talking about the benefits of mindfulness and well-being are everywhere. Blogs and websites (including this one!) have a lot to offer about the ways in which we can find ways...
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