#Mental health improvement

[fraisefille33]

My realistic goals for 2025

Because I refuse to spend another year doing nothing because I set goals that couldn’t be achieved in only a year.

1. Start attending Sunday mass — I haven’t attended church since I was a baby because my family stopped and now that I’m not in school anymore I don’t even have holiday masses (I went to a Catholic high school).

2. Join the young adult group at my church once I turn 19 — They don’t have anything for ages 15-18 for some reason but I think it would help me make friends offline. It would also definitely get me out of bed and out of the house more often.

3. Finish my volunteer hours and officially graduate high school — I never officially got my diploma because in Ontario you’re required to do 40 hours of community service in order to graduate. I did these hours but the organization I did them with never sent me confirmation like they said they would.

4. Start taking an online German course — This one feels pretty self explanatory.

5. Start writing a book — My dream is to be an author so I want to start working towards that sooner rather than later.

6. Get back over 100lbs — I’m finally taking recovery seriously for once and going back over 100lbs has been a huge fear of mine for a long time. So, I want to at least get back to 100lbs. I know I can’t fully recover in a year but that’s one thing that would be a huge step towards it for me.

7. Start exercising daily even if it’s something small like a short workout video — Since my ED taking away basically all of my energy and strength I’ve become weaker than I was as a child. I get tired going up and down the 5 stairs in my house. Most days are spent just laying in my bed the entire day because I get tired super easily doing anything else. I really need to work on that.

8. Find a way to make money from home — My health doesn’t exactly allow me to have a job that requires too much physical effort at the moment, hence #7 but I need money so I’m probably going to start an Etsy shop or find some other way to make money from home.

9. Spend more time on things that genuinely make me happy/feel good — Talk to people I actually enjoy’s company more often, start journaling again, take the time to make sure I look and therefore feel my best before going out, keep a consistent skincare routine, give dedicated time to my hobbies.

10. Post on social media more, scroll social media less — Posting about my life and progress online has always been really good motivation for me. Knowing other people will see what I’m doing motivates me to do better at it or stick to it. Scrolling social media, however, leads to a lot of negative feelings. So, I want to try and limit the time I scroll while also posting more.

[pumpkin-the-girlie-girl-vixen]

🧠💊❤️‍🩹 Schizophrenia 🧠💊❤️‍🩹

"Schizophrenia: If you find it challenging to spell, imagine how difficult it is to live with."

Living with schizophrenia often feels like I'm wandering through a fog that just won’t lift. There are moments when reality twists and bends in ways that others simply don’t see or understand. I hear voices and grapple with thoughts that seem to come from somewhere else, almost as if my own mind is playing cruel tricks on me. Some of these voices can be a source of comfort, making me feel less alone, while others can be harsh and judgmental, dragging me down into a dark place where despair thrives.

When I try to engage in everyday activities—like running errands or socializing—my mind often gets flooded with intrusive thoughts that pull my focus away. What seems like a simple task can suddenly feel monumental. I might find myself forgetting what I was doing halfway through or feeling completely overwhelmed by sensory inputs—too much noise, blaring lights, and sometimes just the daunting nature of starting a task can paralyze me. This struggle fosters a deep sense of isolation, as I frequently feel that people can't grasp what I'm really experiencing, making it incredibly hard to connect with them.

Emotionally, my journey is like a rollercoaster. There are days when I feel completely detached from my own emotions, as if I’m merely going through the motions of life. Other times, an intense sadness or fear crashes over me with no apparent cause. This emotional turmoil complicates my relationships. My loved ones often don’t know how to support me or they feel helpless in the face of my struggles.

Cognitive challenges also play a pivotal role in my daily life. Concentration can be a monumental hurdle, and remembering simple things can feel impossible. This makes it difficult to keep a job or pursue education. Conversations can become a challenge; I might lose track of my thoughts or struggle to articulate what I want to say. I often forget names, important dates, and what day it is, which adds to my frustration.

The stigma surrounding schizophrenia is another heavy burden I carry. Many people have misconceptions about what living with this condition truly means. I often feel judged as dangerous or unpredictable, leading to further social withdrawal and isolation. It can be disheartening because I am not a monster; I am just trying to navigate my own reality. While some people may exhibit unpredictable behaviors, not everyone with schizophrenia is on the same path. Many of us are working towards stability through medication and therapy, striving to limit the unpredictability in our lives.

Despite these challenges, I do experience moments of clarity and connection. With the right support—be it from therapy, medication, or understanding friends—I can navigate through life more effectively. It’s crucial for me, and for others like me, to be in a supportive environment that fosters acceptance and understanding. Being around negative or unsupportive people can cause my mental health to deteriorate, revealing the harsher realities of life with schizophrenia. The longer I'm surrounded by unhealthy environments, the harder it becomes to maintain a healthy lifestyle and to avoid dangerous behaviors.

Schizophrenia touches every aspect of my daily life—from managing relationships to keeping up with daily tasks & responsibilities, and even maintaining my sense of self while taking care of myself. Although it’s a lifelong condition, I firmly believe that with the right tools and support, it is possible for individuals like me to lead fulfilling lives.

My Name Is Rain & I’m Bipolar Schizoaffective.🧠

🫡Thank You For Reading 😅

[treasure-goblin]

Yall I'm not even sad tonight

This is the first Tuesday that, despite two horrible things happening at some point, I didn't cry or feel horrible as the night progressed.

It's past 8:30 and I haven't even cried yet

This is monumental

[windows-in-the-night]

friends can help you with mental health!!

tw: depression, hopelessness, suicide?? also you absolutely don't have to take this advice and shouldn't if it won't help you. please consult a professional or at least someone that you deeply trust and can help you if you are struggling. therapy is normal, and i talk to someone. lots of my friends do too. it's okay.

a friend and i have both been struggling with our mental health a bit and feeling like there isn't a point to things, so we have a shared note on the notes app where we add in things that we're looking forwards to in the future, and we keep on adding it as more things come up! along with journaling, coping mechanisms, and talking to mental health professionals, having this list has also helped a ton.

examples include:

a hiking day in may with friends

having a summer picnic with each other

helping out to paint and do art for a local function

finishing up an article and getting it published in the local newspaper

going to a new museum in our local city

and more!!

the list can help keep you and your friend hopeful for the future because there is going to be a lot of fun coming up! it can also help you guys gently encourage each other or any other friends that you add to it by going "we have x event coming up, let's be positive and look forwards to that in a couple of days."

adding on to the list at any and all times is also encouraged, in good and bad mental health!! keeping the list filled up also reminds us how important it is to reach out to people and to find our own happiness.

spread the idea around; help to get everybody on tumblr planning and looking ahead to fun things with their friends!!!

[cyber-soul-smartz]

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[thatpinkkwitch]

i just heard the phrase “if you wouldn’t trust their advice, don’t trust their criticism” for the first time and i don’t think i’ve ever needed to hear anything more

[multiverseanimecrossover]

Nine Years and I'm Still Alive

It’s been nine years since I was su*c*d*l; I am so appreciative of my existence. I hope this will help to someone who is dealing with the struggle as I did in the past. I’m doing a whole lot better but there are setbacks in the journey and yet I’m still alive, living in the moment. I’m just so grateful, thank you Lord. Fam? Please; take care of yourself mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually as you matter most in the world.

[late-moonie-thoughts]

i knew i was getting better at making decisions when

my sister attended a religious meeting our mutual had invited us to, and it went poorly, but i told our friend i wouldn't attend. i completely missed that shit show.

i started feeling ok with stopping things that i didn't like. i dnf books so fast if they piss me off.

i decided i wouldn't join a social group with some older ladies because they run late for everything.

not fighting on behalf of people anymore. yes, i wish we were all friends like before, no i don't think i should have to explain why someone is a decent person. not my place, or something i should be that caught up in

[fraisefille33]

The day has come where I have finally accepted spending all day every day on my phone is probably killing my eyesight even more than genetics already was. Not to mention my mental health.

So, I’ve made a list of activities to do off technology that I’m going to try to do at least 2 of every day. There’s a fair chance more will come up but I’m not pushing it with expectations considering right now I’m doing zero of these most days.

♡ Read a chapter of a book

♡ Colour a colouring page

♡ Clean my room (or at least part of it)

♡ Do a puzzle

♡ Draw something

♡ Do a craft

♡ Write in my journal

♡ Paint something

♡ Practice writing in German or French

♡ Build a Lego set

♡ Do a chore I’ve been procrastinating

This is just a few things I thought of immediately but I will also count any other screenless activities if they come up. This list is just a few ideas to start off with if I don’t know what to do.

[selfhealingmoments]

[sb-is-a-thing]

Love how I have a good self esteem now

Like

I just realized one day “Oh shit man I’m actually kinda awesome”

[ed-recoverry]

Reminder that caregivers of children are, by definition, supposed to provide shelter, food, and clothing. They did not do you a huge favor by providing this. It was the bare minimum of the job description that they voluntarily signed up for. You are not indebted to your caregivers for giving you the very basics.

[healingwithhypnotic]

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[cremedelaluna]

When you get yourself on a good mindset and habit like hygiene, no matter what you did before during your depressive shit you want to fall back to your new norm, because that’s what’s comfortable now. The toothbrush may have been horrible before but now you crave it. Without it your mouth feels uncomfortable, despite the past.

[girlwithrituals]

GLOW UP GUIDE FOR 2025⠀

READ: On average, it takes more than 2 months before a new behavior becomes automatic — 66 days to be exact. And considering that 2025 is precisely these many days away, why not start with our glow up plan already?

Physical Glow Up-

BODY

— 5-10K steps a day.

— 7-8 hours of sleep.

— workout everyday for 1 hr atleast- yoga/stretching/pilates/cardio/lifting weights. a workout may take one hour, but your mood will be boosted for the next 12 hours.

— posture training.

— sunlight exposure after waking up for at least 10 minutes.

NUTRITION

— 2-3 liters of water every day.

— limit your caffeine intake.

— avoid sugars as much as you can.

— high protein diet, pre and probiotics.

— more fruits and veggies (+ green smoothies if you like).

— no junk/processed food/trans fat.

— no eating after 8 pm.

SKINCARE

— be clear on your skin type (oily, dry, combination, sensitive).

— once you're clear, use these accordingly- cleanser, toner, targeted serum, eye cream, moisturizer, sunscreen (≥50 spf).

— keep your bedding clean as well.

— no picking of skin on your lips, cuticle etc.

— gua sha to help improve blood circulation and lessen toxins.

— cold therapy may take three to five minutes of being uncomfortable, but your energy levels will be boosted for the rest of the day.

— remove makeup before you go to bed.

BODY CARE

— shower every day.

— exfoliate 2x a week.

— use body lotion (shea butter/aloe vera gel/coconut oil).

HAIR CARE

— wash hair 2-3x a week

— oil your scalp 2x a week, at least 3 hours before shampoo.

— hair mask 1x per week.

— never brush wet hair.

— use silk pillow case.

HYGIENE

— brush your teeth 2x a day, clean tongue and the roof of the mouth daily.

— floss daily.

— cut your nails 1x a week, never remove the cuticles.

— glycolic acid under arm for odor and discoloration.

— never use soap on your coochie.

Mental Glow Up-

MINDSET

— set clear goals- define and breakdown your aspirations.

— start your mornings with positive affirmations.

— surround yourself with uplifting content and people.

— be shamelessly selfish to your career and mental health, remove anyone or anything that doesn't align with your priorities and wellbeing.

— boost your brain health by these 4 neuroscience tools:

difficult first: start your day with the most difficult task (cortisol and dopamine are high in the body meaning that your body/mind is primed to work).

rest your eyes: introduce a micro-pause after learning by resting/closing your eyes - will help retain information better.

tomorrow's worries: write tomorrow's to-do list before bed as it is proven to be effective in helping you fall asleep.

find time to play: engage in low-stake play. can be anything you find fun but where the outcome doesn't matter (induces neuroplasticity + reduces stress).

MIND

— meditation might take as low as ten minutes, but your focus will be improved for the rest of the day.

— no social media after waking up and at least an hour before bed.

— keep aside 1 hr of time to read daily! reading a new book may take five hours, but you will keep the knowledge forever.

— journaling, gratitude.

— digital detox once a week or for 12 hours.

— limit unnecessary screentime, unfollow or cut off people you don't want to see.

JOURNALING

— choose a regular time each day to journal, making it a part of your routine.

— find a quiet, comfortable place free from distractions. light a candle if you want.

— allow your thoughts to flow without censoring or editing.

— write about your feelings and emotions to understand them better. write about things you are thankful for to boost your mood. write about your short-term and long-term goals. identify what triggers certain emotions or reactions

— set a timer for 5-10 minutes and write continuously during that time.

— reflect on both positive experiences and challenges.

— make lists, journal your thoughts on these questions.

— journal at night to clear your mind before bedtime, because emotions and thoughts lose their power once we acknowledge them.

— a gratitude practice may take five minutes, but your mindset will be shifted for the rest of the day.

AFFIRMATIONS

— customise affirmations to your needs.

Personal Life-

WEEKLY TASKS

— initiate small changes: begin with small, manageable tasks such as making your bed or cleaning your room every sunday.

— celebrate your success: reward yourself when you achieve your goals or have a consistently productive week. consider treats like buying flowers for yourself or watching your favorite show.

DAILY WORK

— set achievable goals: establish realistic goals for the day, week, or month ahead.

— track your progress.

— organise your work space, declutter your shelves etc.

— embrace the power of lists: keep a list of tasks to be done and their deadlines. this way, you start each day with a clear plan. to make it visually appealing and motivating, consider using productivity apps like evernote, habit tracker, or notion.

PRODUCTIVITY TIPS

— wake up early.

— plan ahead everything, do scheduling. you can use:

google calendar / notion / tasks .

— if the task takes less than 2 minutes to finish, do it immediately.

— countdown rule, if you are procrastinating, count 1-2-3-4-5 and jump.

— start slow, don't rush and try to do everything at one time.

— follow a proper routine, use app locks based on screentime.

— pomodoro technique, 25 min work, and 5 min break.

— schedule longer break times as well e.g 30 min nap.

[annasanthology]