It’s a big day on the Sonder blog…
Today marks our 50th post!
We’ve had so much fun sharing practical emotional wellness guidance, tips, and inspiration over the past year.
(Missed a post? You can find them all right here.)
Today, we’re celebrating by paying tribute to our very first post with a roundup of 50(!) ways to support your emotional wellness.
We’ve even sprinkled in some favorite strategies from members of the Sonder team!
So, without further ado… we give you 50+ ways to support your emotional wellness:
1. Brush up on your emotional wellness facts (and myths)
2. Disconnect from your devices for awhile
3. Change one of your habits (or start a new one!)
4. Begin (and end) the day with intention
One way I support my emotional wellness is by attending a morning yoga class.
Janna Schriber, MS, LPC, NCC
Sitting on my patio at night.
Heather Schiller, Office Manager
5. Become a self-care pro
6. Go a bit easier on yourself
I tell myself I have the courage to be imperfect and most things can wait.
Lori Ann Wagner, LPCC, CCMHC, NCC
7. Learn to say “no”
8. Have a good laugh
9. Discover what makes you happy
10. Spend time connecting with people you love
I love heart to hearts with good friends.
Kate Murphy, MA, LPCC, LADC
I make sure to get together with my friends and family regularly.
Anna Schupp, PsyD, LP
11. Challenge your anxious thinking
12. Aim for harmony, not balance
13. Take a healthy risk
14. Get clear on your boundaries
15. Spend time with the animal(s) in your life
Cuddling my cats.
Heather Schiller, Office Manager
Doggie cuddle time is one of my favorites.
Lori Ann Wagner, LPCC, CCMHC, NCC
16. Advocate for emotional wellness in your community
17. Plan ahead for the changing seasons
18. Practice contentment
19. Challenge stigma around emotional wellness
20. Enjoy some quiet reflection
I enjoy reading from ancient wisdom literature such as Psalms and Proverbs. They’re majestic poems or short nuggets of observations about life that help me refocus on something beyond myself and my struggles.
Ken Young, PsyD, LP
I enjoy reading a book for pleasure. And reflection time– church in particular.
Heather Schiller, Office Manager
21. Embrace your natural creativity
22. Get plenty of rest
23. Check your mindset
24. Know what makes an emotion healthy
25. Lean on your people
I make sure to connect with the closest members of my support system. Sometimes I find myself talking about things I didn’t even fully realize were bothering me – but that definitely needed to be processed!
Sara B. Schilplin, PsyD, LP
26. Help your medication do its job
27. Nourish your body well + find pleasurable forms of movement
EXERCISE!
Heather Schiller, Office Manager
28. Understand your own brand of anxiety
29. Learn about emotional eating
30. Get outside for awhile
I love listening to leaves rustle in the wind (especially Aspen!)
Ross Barr, PsyD, LP
Getting out in nature (which does not happen enough!)
Lori Ann Wagner, LPCC, CCMHC, NCC
I try to spend some time out in the fresh air every day. It’s calming, refreshing– whatever I need– and it’s a good reminder that we can always hit “reset” when things feel tough. Today isn’t over yet.
Michaela Bucchianeri, PhD, LP
31. Use technology mindfully
32. Give thanks (even when it’s hard)
33. Notice your style of thinking
34. Make the most of challenging circumstances
35. Consider seeking a therapist’s support
36. Focus on your breath
Deep breathing and remembering to stay present.
Lori Ann Wagner, LPCC, CCMHC, NCC
37. Take a prevention approach to suicide
38. Support your loved ones…
39. …but know your limits
40. Take time to play
I enjoy taking time to play a few video games with my wife to connect, laugh, and share our time.
Ross Barr, PsyD, LP
41. Set goals for yourself
42. Pay closer attention
43. Do a little cleaning
44. Make time for yourself
I make time to do things I enjoy like read a good book, do some baking, and get a massage from time to time.
Melanie Hultgren, PhD, LMFT
Treating myself with a massage.
Heather Schiller, Office Manager
I schedule a day date with myself once a month.
Anna Schupp, PsyD, LP
45. Prevent holiday overwhelm
46. Prevent school-year burnout
47. Ask questions
48. Give meditation a try
I use my Headspace app. It only takes 10 minutes. Whenever I do it, I wish I did it more regularly.
John G. Luehr, MD
49. Share your positive therapy experience with friends and family
50. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and Twitter… so you never miss a post!
Enjoy this post? You might also like:
The Trick Is Treating Yourself to Self-Care
3 Myths About Emotional Wellness
Therapy 101: 7 Signs You Might Benefit from Therapy
Ready to support your emotional wellness?