Even when you’re in the thick of it, it is easy to feel overwhelmed or isolated; sometimes we’re moving too quickly to take time for ourselves, other times we can feel lonely even when surrounded by lots of people.
Whether you feel life is too slow, or too fast, it’s important to make a conscious effort to check in, not only with others, but also ourselves to make sure that we are ok. It may seem like a small gesture, but by simply reaching out, it may relieve some of these feelings for others. For ourselves, that might require more looking inward, and allocating time to be ‘selfish’, take a moment, and look after yourself in someway, or give yourself that time to acknowledge how you’re feeling.
But it’s no secret that sometimes doing both of these things can be a bit daunting and feel quite difficult to do. Let’s break them down and see how we can approach each one.
Remember – it’s okay for you, or others, to not feel like yourself, but acknowledging your current mindset is important. Check in with others, check in with yourself and be good to your mental health
Take care.
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