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May is mental health awareness month and has been recognized across the United States since its inception in 1949. The month focuses on promoting mental health resources and at Trinity Health we are proud to have a team of dedicated specialists that support our communities. This year’s theme for mental health awareness is “Take the Moment.” The theme for this year champions the importance of destigmatizing mental health by normalizing the practice of taking moments to prioritize mental health without guilt or shame.

Here are five self-care ways to help you practice this year’s theme of “Take the Moment.”

Take the moment to practice gratitude.

• Practicing gratitude is a self-care way of reflecting on the things in your life that you can be grateful for. Coping with mental illness is never easy but practicing gratitude through journaling, writing a song, creating a poem or recording your thoughts can help you reflect on the simple things in life that can help make things feel better.

Take the moment to get social.

• Getting social with support groups is a common way to cope with mental illnesses. Knowing that you are not alone and that others may be able to relate to your experience can provide ways to improve your wellness.

Take the moment to focus on nutrition.

• Eating healthy foods can impact the way you feel throughout the day. Having a balanced diet and eating nutritious foods can help you feel more energized. Practicing healthy eating can help you improve overall wellness.

Take the moment to exercise regularly.

• Exercise can be an effective coping mechanism for mental illness that helps support your overall wellness. Exercise for 150 minutes a week is a great way to focus on mental health, whether it be walking, biking, lifting weights or doing simple stretches through activities like yoga.

Take the moment to help others.

• Helping others is another way to cope with mental illness because it’s a form of social interaction that gives you more sense of purpose. By helping others, you may notice that the support you give them is what you need for your overall wellness.

Taking the moment to focus on self-care ways to care for yourself can improve your overall wellness and mental health. If you’re struggling now, reach out for help:

• Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988 or 800-273-8255
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline: 800-662-4357
• Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
• SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline: 800-985-5990