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requires you to practice it—daily. You relinquish the limitations that not accepting what you think, feel, believe or how you look or have been treated by others have impacted you. In so doing, you are able to review what’s happened and activate a plan for next steps.

is a foundational need for anyone interested in learning to effectively cope with life (the list goes on!). It’s where you start that helps you and successfully move to on to your next!

When you , you are simply recognizing that the circumstances "are what they are"! You are NOT saying:
I like that you mistreat me.
I want you to disappoint me.
I choose for you to hate me.
I support your attempt to manipulate me
…or whatever the situation is. Instead, you are acknowledging the current state of affairs.

Sometimes there is no quick fix. Sometimes it takes the entire journey to learn the lesson, gain the skills, properly prepare. Trying to control situations to get a specific or swifter outcome causes you to make a mess of things and miss the necessary steps needed to work on ourselves, change habits, and adjust.

If you to your , try these
--Be intentional with your time
--Don’t try to please everyone
--Stop saying yes when you want to say no
--It’s ok to take a break

The are our but they need support NOW!
In addition to CHOICE Counseling (www.choose-ccc.com), here are a few resources to make sure the youth in your lives have the help they may need:
--Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/ text 74174 to connect with a Crisis Counselor
--National Su***de Prevention Hotline: 800-273-TALK (8255)
--The Trevor Lifeline for LGBTQIA+ Youth: 866-488-7386⠀/ Trevor Text Line: 678678

*Credit for photo: C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, National Poll on Children’s Health, 2021*

is NOT a cure for serious like or , it does offer a boost for most individuals! shifts your attention to the positives in your life. As you end your week, what are you grateful for?

is a delicate process that comes with many unique factors. As it is difficult to foresee how your new will to the , it is important to be prepared about the and of all involved. your , , and by addressing your needs in !

is the number one killer! It encompasses things that occur of our bodies that are and those can cause us to them in our bodies in various ways. Here are to use to stress:
--Being honest about what’s going on is essential. You’ve heard it before, “the first step is admitting”. You’ll never conquer what you refuse to confront!
--We all have coping strategies. Some are just harmful while others are helpful. Replace those negative behaviors with positive and healthier strategies. Break the unhealthy patterns!
--YOU are only ever able to control you. Address what you can and lay the rest aside. Feeling more in control of your situation will allow you to embrace the positive changes that are occurring giving you space to cope more effectively with what’s out of your control.
--Self-care is so important. Giving yourself a much needed break will do wonders for decreasing symptoms of stress you’re feeling.
--Call a professional! That’s what we’re here for. Getting assistance from others is not a bad thing.

work to and patterns. They are most effective when coupled with !
Regardless of your , remember that it can take time to feel better!
-Medications are not cures—they treat symptoms
-Medications have benefits and risks—evaluate the effects they have on you
Check out https://www.mhanational.org/medication by for further insight and always talk through your concerns with your clinical team!

People often use the terms and interchangeably. The fact is they refer to two different things. Remember, there are countless individuals who have not been with a but that does not mean they have good !

How you living?! Many and health conditions are linked to environmental stressors. Outside influences such as and can create pressure and prolonged can impact your mental health negatively. Evaluate “how you living”!