Heat and mood are closely linked, which may explain summertime depression—and how to treat it https://trib.al/m138pKA
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Summertime sadness is real. In this season dominated by heatwaves and social media feeds filled with vibrant escapades, the reality of summertime blues hits hard for some. This article takes the lid off the pressure-cooker expectations of summer, expectations that make us feel like every summer day should feel like vacation. Recognizing summer depression, or seasonal affective disorder (SAD), is important. Understanding why summertime blues happen in the first place — from disrupted routines and FOMO to physiological changes due to heat — is key. Through embracing routines or seeking solace in curated spaces, there are a plethora of ways to temper the sting the season might bring your way. It's about finding comfort in cool sanctuaries and soothing scents, creating playlists that speak to the soul, and nourishing oneself with self-care rituals. Seeking therapy and social support is also vital, reminding us that we're not alone in navigating summertime struggles. As Lana’s hit song demonstrates, this experience is not one we need to navigate alone. Written by Sonya Matejko and illustrated by Holly Farndell #medicinalmedia #summertimesadness #seasonaldepression #seasonalaffectivedisorder https://lnkd.in/gpkqYTQ6
How to cope when Lana Del Ray’s “Summertime Sadness” feels all too real<br/> — Medicinal Media
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I help leaders connect to their inner peace and joy by transforming their relationship with their thoughts and feelings to thrive in their personal and professional lives.
Do you find yourself feeling the effects of S.A.D. (Seasonal Affective Disorder) during these winter months? I crave the sun, love the ocean, and miss all the colours of a vibrant, sun-kissed land, so I remind myself that this too shall pass. I don't want to wish time away and feel resistance. They say how you do one thing is how you do many things, so if I wish winter away, chances are I am wishing away other uncomfortable and unpleasant thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I am striving to be more conscious, so I feel the cold against my cheeks and say thank you for this fresh air, knowing that all is good because I am safe, healthy, loved, and cared for. In the meantime, if you do suffer from S.A.D., in Episode 54, I share coping strategies including infrared light therapy and bright light therapy. These therapies simulate natural light, boosting serotonin levels and lifting mood. 😔 Also, learn how S.A.D. can manifest as low mood, lack of energy, and changes in appetite due to reduced sunlight exposure. It's like a form of depression impacted by the reduction of natural light. But beyond light therapy, I share personal coping mechanisms, from embracing winter activities like cross-country skiing to cultivating moments of gratitude. It's about practicing self-compassion and patience until the heat and sun return. As we journey through the remaining winter days, let's remember that the seasons are ever-changing. Spring will soon bring brighter, longer and warmer days. Until then keep warm and catch those rays any chance you get! 😎 #SeasonalAffectiveDisorder #SAD #Depression #EnergyLevels #Mood #SunlightExposure #ReducedSunlight #LackOfSunlight #LackOfEnergy #ChangesInAppetite #LackOfConcentration #Hopelessness #Worthlessness #InfraredLightTherapy #SerotoninLevels #BrightLightTherapy #NaturalLight #SelfHealing #MentalWellBeing #EmbracingWinter #Gratitude #SeasonalAffectiveDisorderTips #MentalWellness #Compassion #Awareness #Patience #Spring #CycleOfLife #ConnectingWithOthers #SeasonalAffectiveDisorderSymptoms
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Time to shut up about manning up. If we want to support and save the mental well-being of boys and men this needs to stop. Unrealistic messages merely serve to lead boys and men to: 📛 Deny, cover up and feel ashamed of normal feelings, emotions and reactions. 📛 Reject a natural and essential aspect of who they are and how they exist. 📛 Hold unrealistic and harmful beliefs about themselves and how they should be. 📛 Feel like they are failures and suffer in silence. 📛 Become distanced or disconnected from themselves, their loved ones and those around them. 📛 Take their own lives. 🛡 Having and showing feelings, emotions, vulnerability and seeking support is not weak 🛡 It’s undeniably normal, a part of being human and essential for our growth and survival. ✨We must get rid of these destructive beliefs and attitudes. 🛡 The fact is real men have feelings, emotions, feel pain, suffer and yes do cry. ✨ If we care about the positive #mentalhealth of men and boys then we must to fully embrace and support their whole mental life. #Wellbeing #MensMentalHealth #Health
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Your past is a place of reference, not residence. Your past has served its purpose. On your visits down memory lane, remember: 1. It's okay to re-visit 2. It is not okay to re-decorate 3. It is certainly not okay to move back in It's an iffy staycation at best, so: 1. You did learn. 2. You survived. Thank your past for everything. Especially for bringing you closer to your peace. And move towards a future that supports: 1. Your vision 2. Your mental health 3. Your purpose There's infinite beauty yet waiting to be experienced no matter how checkered your past. Your best days will find you. Be good to yourself and take some time to re-set this weekend. As always, stay elevated and play above the noise: Neelam Tewar
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Abandoning the body when our minds are preoccupied is a common tendency in our fast-paced world. With the constant barrage of information, tasks, and stimuli vying for our attention, it's easy to become disconnected from the physical sensations and needs of our bodies. This disconnection can lead to a range of issues, including stress, anxiety, and even physical ailments. When our minds are consumed with worries, plans, or distractions, we often neglect the signals our bodies send us. We might ignore hunger pangs, push through exhaustion, or tense up without even realizing it. Over time, this neglect can take a toll on both our physical and mental well-being. Our bodies are finely tuned instruments, constantly providing feedback and signals that can guide us towards health and balance. Ignoring or suppressing these signals can disrupt this delicate equilibrium, leaving us feeling out of sync and depleted. However, building trust within our bodies can profoundly impact our mental health and overall well-being. Trusting our bodies means cultivating a deeper awareness and connection to our physical selves. It involves listening to the messages our bodies send us and responding with compassion and care. When we trust our bodies, we prioritize self-care and prioritize activities that nourish us physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Which of these do you resonate with most?✨ ✍️: @lexyflorentina #somatichealing #mindbodyconnection #selfabandonment #selflove #innerchild #healing #counselingworks #atx #austintherapists #austinfamilycounseling
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“If only X, then Y” statements are bottomless pits. - If only I did X, Y could have happened. - If only I said X, Y could have happened. - If only I was at X, Y could have happened All these statements are merely arbitrary. They’re not REAL. What makes you think it would’ve been any better if you acted differently? If you think there was a better course of action, great! Learn from it and act it out when such a situation arises next time. But I guarantee that it wouldn't have 360-ed your situation and put your life in fairy-tale land. Because A - You do not have enough perspective to know that for a fact. And B - Your situation is rarely as bad as you think it is. And if it is as bad as you think? It’s usually meant to take you from who you are - to who you were meant to be. Why on earth would you be against that? TLDR: The past is unchangeable. Your mental health will deteriorate if you try to fight that fact. - Accept it - Learn from it - Move on from it Bigger and greater things await you. ------------------ Do you bargain with your past often? (Reshare ♻ if this message resonated)
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In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, I would like to post this video from the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP). In which includes critical information of risk factors, protective factors and warning signs of depression and suicide. According to the Center for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) the construction industry leads all major occupational groups with the highest suicide rate in the US. Moreover, the suicide rate among the U.S. working age population has increased by a staggering 33% since 2000. Furthermore, everyone faces challenges that impact our mental health on a daily basis. The ability to balance and maintain good mental health is essential to each one of us. Don’t suffer in silence, if you need assistance don’t be afraid to ask for help. If you don’t have anyone to talk to, and or would like to remain anonymous you can call the numbers below. Call: 988 Call: 1-800-273-TALK Self-health is the best wealth! Resources: - Sussell A, Peterson C, Li J, Miniño A, Scott KA, Stone DM. Suicide Rates by Industry and Occupation — National Vital Statistics System, United States, 2021. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep 2023;72:1346–1350. DOI: https://lnkd.in/e-W74Wnm. - https://lnkd.in/esnZ5Sth
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This is YOUR SIGN to finally start making space for you + your dreams. Here are the first 4 steps you need to take! 1️⃣ Admit to yourself that you are feeling the pain from never putting yourself first. You know that you should put yourself first, but you have also convinced yourself you are resilient and can handle it. 2️⃣ Write 3 things that make you woosah Remember the days where you could sit down and not have your brain bouncing around like a ping pong ball, thinking of everything that you need to be doing besides sitting down. 3️⃣ Talk to a friend to keep you accountable Just telling someone how much you miss that feeling and want it again is enough for the universe to get to work. Saying is opening your mind to believe. 4️⃣ Reach out more when it starts feeling too much The desire to isolate when you are overwhelmed is real. But the beauty of reaching out is it has nothing to do with being judged. It is the time where you don't have to work so hard because you have someone else watching your blind spots. ∙ Being overwhelmed is normal. Staying overwhelmed is deadly. ⬆ Just ask your mental health, physical health, and dreams.
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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘅𝘅𝗸 💥🤯 Sometimes you just need a good word to describe a home that’s full of so much stuff - it’s making the occupants lives 10x harder (stress, overwhelm, untidy, never feeling relaxed)** Do you struggle to let go of possessions while also battling the urge to shop? This scenario is common among my clients. Growing up with scarcity or in an environment where losing possessions was feared (often due to frugal parents) can lead to difficulty letting go in adulthood. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗺𝘆 💥 occurs when you achieve abundance later in life. The desire to compensate for childhood scarcity can lead to excessive shopping. The result? You shop excessively AND struggle to let go – a recipe for massive clutter and a stressful home environment. 😫 How to change? ⏬ 1. Recognise the subconscious beliefs you've been programmed with. 2. Develop new beliefs about what brings happiness. 3. Adjust your environment to reflect your new mindset. Ready to declutter your mind and life? 👇 Sign up for my blog to learn how to declutter for good. You'll also get first access to my upcoming online programme and book. Have you successfully decluttered your mind and home? **Ps. I’m not talking about hoarding (which is a diagnosed mental health condition and requires specialist support).
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#mental health month. Often, our mental suffering stems not from what we lack, but from what others have. Comparison, jealousy, or envy can significantly impede our recovery from trauma or emotional struggles. We can accelerate our healing by genuinely feeling happy for others in their celebrations, successes, and achievements. Remember, while our happiness for others will make them feel good, it will also aid in our own faster recovery. By generating happy hormones through positive thoughts, we can boost our mental and emotional health. “By consciously” releasing ourselves from negative emotions, we can move towards better well-being and engage in processes that promote emotional regulation. Our thoughts impact not only our mental and emotional health but also our physical well-being. And since this relationship is reciprocal, prioritize “mental hygiene” by avoiding individuals who exhibit jealousy, and envy, or make comparisons regarding what you possess. Keep in mind that someone, somewhere, will always have more and seem to be more. Yet, the beauty lies in belonging to ourselves, knowing that we are whole within. Let's make the most of this weekend with everything we have—it's self-care and self-help once more. Loads of love 💕💕 #gratitude #selfhelp #mental health month #belongtoyourself💝
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