MENTAL HEALTH "NOT LUXURY BUT SURVIVAL"

*MENTAL HEALTH "NOT LUXURY BUT SURVIVAL"*

Do you know? Your mind is actually your first home, if don't take proper care of it where will you live? 

*Mental health* isn't just about avoiding mental illness, it's about how we think, feel and behave in our daily lives. 

Yes! Our mind needs care and attention too just like we care for our bodies.

*DEAR WOMEN,* 

Balancing many roles: You're a wife, Mom, Career or business woman, Hustler, sister and friend? Sometimes all in one day. 😫

*SILENT PRESSURE* 

_You're the strong one so people think you're ALWAYS okay.

_Hormonal changes: Periods, pregnancy, postpartum or menopause can all affect your mood and energy.

*MOMS:* Sometimes you wouldn't eat all day because you've been cooking, doing chores or helping kids with homework.

At the end of the day you feel drained and just want to cry. 😢 

_You smile at events but deep down you're anxious and worrying about the home, bills or health.

_Even when you finally got a moment to rest, your mind won't stop replaying the to-do list.

*SINGLES:*

Being single can be peaceful but sometimes it's a silent battlefield in your head.

_You open Instagram and suddenly feels like everyone is getting engaged, married or flying to Dubai. 

_People keep asking "When will you marry? Like it's part of their job description.

_You love your independence but some nights you wish you had someone to Netflix and chill with.😫

*BUSINESS OWNERS:* You woke up every day thinking about no sales and how the goods are occupying space like it paid rent.

_You tell yourself you will rest after one more order but suddenly it's 1 am and you're still working.

_Your phone rings and your heart races, is it a client or a complaint?

*FACTORS:*

1: Stress overload from work, school or relationships.

2: Lack of sleep, rest and poor lifestyle habits.

3: Unresolved trauma, grief, social isolation or toxic environment.

4: Unhealthy comparison from family, peers or social media.

*SELF-CARE MOVES:* Daily check-ins, ask yourself how am I really feeling today?

*Moms,* Your mental health affects your productivity and even how your kids see the world.

1: Talk it out, share with a trusted person or with us anonymously. You're not a burden. 🫂 

2: Take a break, even few minutes of rest, meditation or prayer can help. ( A rested mom is a better mom)

3: Set boundaries, it's okay to say I can't do that right now.

4: Move your body, walk, dance or stretch to release tension.

*Singles:* Loneliness or pressure can drain your joy without you noticing.

1: Treat yourself like the love of your life, flowers, dates and compliments attached. 💃🏾

2: Say no to comparison, everyone's timeline is different.

3: Keep gratitude list so you remember what's going right, Surround yourself with people who uplift you.

4: Do things that makes you happy and proud of you.

*Business owners:* Running a business isn't just about sales, it's also about managing your mind while managing the hustle.

1: Set working hours and actually stick to them.

2: Delegate when possible you're not a one-woman army 

3: Celebrate small wins too not just big sales.

4: Have a rest routine and enjoy your money as you save. 🥳

You charge your phone every time, when was the last time you recharged yourself? If you haven't laughed from your heart lately make that call now. You can reach out to a Getfit sister too. ❤️