In honour of Bell Let's Talk day, I wanted to share some things that I do for my mental health. I suffer from anxiety, and everyday is a battle. But here are 10 things I do when I'm having a bad day, or need a break. 1. Bullet Journalling If you've seen my Instagram, or read any of my recent posts, you'll know that I love bullet journalling. Setting up my spreads really helps my mind escape. It gives me something else to focus on, and always manages to calm me down. 2. Getting enough sleep I probably sleep a little too much. But I honestly think it's more important to go to bed at a good hour and get a good night's sleep, than to keep pushing yourself when you're tired. Especially if you're studying the night before a test. 3. Read a book I'm trying to get into the habit of reading before bed. I find it's another great way to escape and calm down. Even if you just have 20 minutes, reading is going to help. 4. Take a shower I'm the type of person that really enjoys taking a shower. I find it very relaxing. Sometimes when I'm feeling really overwhelmed, I'll go take a shower even if I already took one earlier. 5. Get up and walk around When I'm need a break, I like to get up and go get a snack, or just go for quick walk outside. Even if it's only for 5 minutes, the chnage in scenery, and movement will help change your focus. 6. Listen to music I always forget how good this feels. I always have music playing when I'm studying, or doing my makeup. But to just sit/lay with headphones in, and just listen to music is really relaxing. 7. Make lists I find this is especially helpful if you're feeling overwhelmed with things you have to do. Try making a list of all the things you have to do so you don't just have them flying around in your head. 8. Keep my room tidy I always tidy up my room. Yes, it occasionally gets messy, but it doesn't stay like that long before I put clothes away, and do something about the mugs I have lying around. I find that seeing a messy room makes me overwhelmed, so I do my best to keep my room organized. 9. FaceTime my family These last two things are the most important things I do. It can be hard being away at university and not having your family around. This can be really hard for me because my mom is my best friend. So whenever I'm feeling down or stressed or anything, I FaceTime my family. 10. Talk to someone I finally started going to see a therapist and that made a huge difference. Just being able to vent about everything is helpful. Keeping everything bottled up inside can make it worse. Don't be afraid to reach out. To learn more about Bell Let's Talk day, go to https://letstalk.bell.ca/en/
~Ana
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