Boundaries! Physical Boundaries
Because they set personal limits that help us feel safe, and they help us negotiate our behavior and choices in relationships outside of ourselves. Boundaries also help us prevent burnout and reduce stress because they allow us to establish clear guard rails about our time and energy. Ultimately, boundaries serve many purposes in our lives, and the above sentences only cover a few of the many. If an argument was to be made, though, boundaries as safety stands out as one of the most important reasons for them.
Mental Health Awareness Month: Why Do We Need to Care About Our Mental Health?
Welcome to May, Mental Health Awareness Month! This is a special month in the year where mental health professionals and organizations take additional time to remind us all about the importance of mental health. That is not to say that professionals and organizations don’t do this all year long because of the importance of mental health in our life. And, yes, our mental health is essential in our daily lives, and that is what this post will focus on. This post will serve as a gentle reminder about why we need to care about mental health, not just our physical health. While we will not be able to cover every reason in depth, nor can we cover every possible topic, hopefully, everyone reading this post renews their commitment to take care of their mental health.
Interoception
Interoception is the sense of your body's internal state, providing awareness of things like your heartbeat, bodily sensations, or thirst. Simply put, interoception is our ability to sense and be aware of what is happening within our own bodies. Why is it so important to us? Let’s dive in and find out why.
Embodiment
Is embodiment a noun or a verb? Embodiment may be considered a verb because it is a process that is both deliberate and engaging, rather than a static concept. Humans have a choice as to whether we fully engage in our experiences, partial engage, or complete check out.
Mind-Body Connection
The mind-body connection is the intricate, bi-directional relationship that exists between our thoughts, emotions, and physical health and the body. What is important to note here is that we are talking about a connection. The mind and the body are not two separate entities, rather they are interconnected and influence each other. There is growing research that is now demonstrating how both the mind and the body have the potential to impact cardiovascular health negatively and positively (Levine, 2019).
The Shades of Advocacy in Mental Health
Advocacy is a choice. We do not have to be advocates. We need to decide for ourselves whether that is something that we want in our lives.
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