Me: I'm having a good morning. I slept well. I had a good breakfast. It's Friday!

Anxiety: Things are way too good. Red Alert!

*Anxiety Attack!*

Lots of people look at me weird for not wanting to socialize in person due to COVID. I get that we all need contact. But I cannot afford to get sick from COVID. When I had it last time, it not only put me out for a while, but it made my PTSD so much worse. If people can't grasp that, that's fine.
Other people will do what they need to do for themselves, and so will I.

I quit smoking around 3 years ago, but I still refer to myself as a smoker who just hasn’t smoked for a while. This is my mental reminder to keep going. #MentalHeath

I know that Christmas is a hard time for many people. You're going to be just fine though. Listen to a sad song, have a good cry and reach out to friends, family, mentors, and neighbors. If you feel that you are struggling with depression, you don’t have to struggle alone. You can call The National Mental Health Hotline at 866-903-3787 to speak to a professional about depression and get help with mental health resources.

https://mentalhealthhotline.org/depression-hotline/
#holidayblues #MentalHeath

On average I am being walked 2x more often weekly since I started a Walk Your Neighbor group. Feels pretty successful to me!

How Inequality Affects Mental Health
Dr Shubulade "Lade" Smith CBE
President of the Royal College of Psychiatrists
#BlackMastodon #Science #Medicine #Healthcare #MentalHeath
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h81TcpivDDw

As we close in on the holidays please remember that they aren't joyful for everyone. Some people are saddened and others actively dread the holidays. Don't make things worse by telling people they should be more grateful or happier. Ever notice someone look miserable or exhausted when they think no one is looking, but are full of cheer when they're in the spotlight? Some do it to avoid ruining the holidays of others. Some do it to protect themselves from being harassed for not living up to others' expectations. The common thread is they are doing it with the sole goal of getting through the #HolidaySeason with minimal drama.

Don't dismiss people's feelings by telling them they shouldn't or should feel a certain way because it's the holidays. It never helps and often only makes things worse.

Found on Reddit. Might print this and pin it in my office.
#MentalHeath #AcademicChatter

(1/4) Kondraki had some interesting poll numbers on #MtP today:

#DonTheCon still has a huge lead on #Border Security, but it has shrunk DRAMATICALLY since #Harris replaced #Biden.

And #MentalHeath of the candidate as an issue has seen a whopping FORTY-NINE POINT SWING in #Harris' favor. #Election2024

Therapy didn't erase my past. Or reduce my trauma. But it taught me resilience. And I learned to be kinder to myself. It allowed me to give myself same kinda grace I give others when they make mistakes. So I can start again. And again. And again.

I know I'm extremely lucky and privileged to find something/someone that worked for me. Of course not everyone is so lucky. But I really hope everyone gets to experience that kind of peace and acceptance in their lives
#MentalHeath #therapy

Hi it's me am I allowed to be happy cause recently I have happy moments and I'm not used to it
#MentalHeath

Now granted this does not apply to all men but it sure does apply to me, I have been the red button for far too long.

I recently pressed the virtual blue button and admitted to myself and those close to me that I am not okay and I need help.

Sample Saturday, "Les Pensées Dangereuses" https://sharonecathcart.wordpress.com/2024/05/04/sample-saturday-les-pensees-dangereuses-7/ #LesPenséesDangereuses #MentalHeath #indieauthor #essays #books

I have to do something tomorrow which fills me with anxiety and dread. What are your tips for getting thru stuff like that?

A diagnosis from a content creator is not the same as a diagnosis from a medical professional.

Let’s start with defining trauma, and then break down the unique symptoms of PTSD

(This article can’t diagnose you either, but it is written by a trauma psychiatrist and can give you a better understanding if you have PTSD)

https://theconversation.com/a-tiktok-expert-says-you-have-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-but-do-you-a-trauma-psychiatrist-explains-what-ptsd-really-is-and-how-to-seek-help-220362
#MentalHeath #MentalHealthMatters

Why am I struggling to get started today?

Oh, yeah, #insomnia

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