Encourage Mental Health

  Mental Health Schedule   Day Morning Afternoon Night Monday       Tuesday       Wednesday       Thursday       Friday       Saturday       Sunday       Try to fill in each space with a self-care strategy or coping skill! They could be as simple as deep breathing for one minute to longer like taking a walk outside. Always remember to forgive yourself if you don't fill in every box. Suggestions from The Mighty community Stretching and deep breathing Spending time with a pet Pray Have a cup of tea Listen to music Reflecting and journaling Dream journaling and bullet journal Wake up on time Sit outside with coffee Take a shower Buddhist medi

Coping with Therapy Downtime       In my own treatment and in working with individuals and families, I have experience with Therapy Downtime. Whether someone is between sessions, switching therapists, or even waiting for their very first appointment, this lapse or anticipation can cause its own anxiety or stress. What can we do in this in-between to manage symptoms, keep progressing with recovery, or ask for help? These are some resources and strategies to try during Therapy Downtime. 1. One thing we’ve learned through this pandemic is how much can be done virtually. While a lot of support and therapeutic groups had already existed virtually, organizations and professionals have been motivated or mandated to provide groups online or by phone. This means someone in North Dakota could access a support group normally offered in California. In addition, local therapeutic groups can be held on Zoom rather than in an office. What a great opportunity to show off your cute pets!  Mental Health