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Navigating the tough waves of loneliness can seem like a daunting journey. But remember, the quality of your social connections holds the power to turn the tides. 🧡 It’s clear that reducing loneliness has health benefits, but this can be difficult to tackle when we are feeling anxious socially or already feeling less than our best. Here are some practical tips to start tackling those feelings of loneliness 👇 #mentalhealth #suppport #loneliness

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Petra van Vliet

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker at Explore and Restore Counselling and Consultation

2mo

Sometimes I find people need the assistance, support and encouragement to do these steps. Social workers working in the social prescription space are the experts to assist. Now all we need are the policies, programs and government backing to deliver these important services. #socialprescription #socialwork #socialworkexpertsincomplexity

Denise Gibb

Online Counsellor | Chat2Change Counselling

2mo

Great tips. I'd also add be mindful of your screen time hours. I know I underestmated the negative effects because they're subtle - not like crossing a line. When I know I have a succession of days with long hours in front of my computer screen I make sure I get 15 minutes of natural early morning light (before 9 am) and 15 minutes of natural daylight just before sunset. Recent evidence-based neuroscience shows this light helps the brain and body maintain its circadian rhythms. Bottom line is you sleep better. Of course the best practice is to reduce excessive screen time altogether.

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