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Mental Health Support

limbicnuminousity

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18. Routine and sunlight.

Reply to Not Heidi (Original post)

Fri Feb 2, 2024, 11:40 PM

Feb 2024

It may take some time for you to settle into a new routine even after a partial stay. Be patient but firm with yourself establishing a functional routine that's conducive to self-care. And take walks if you can! Even 30 minutes of sunlight can do wonders for your general sense of well-being.

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What the hell happened? [View all] Not Heidi Feb 2024 OP

Do you have an accountability buddy/person who can listen to you when you need it irisblue Feb 2024 #1

No. Not Heidi Feb 2024 #6

One foot in front of the other, and stay in the moment. 1WorldHope Feb 2024 #2

Wonderful words Not Heidi Feb 2024 #7

You are so welcome. 1WorldHope Feb 2024 #11

a suggestion drthais Feb 2024 #3

Excellent Not Heidi Feb 2024 #8

I like the idea of going out to lunch by yourself. Irish_Dem Feb 2024 #14

You should have been referred to an outpatient therapist who will follow up with you. Irish_Dem Feb 2024 #4

Ok... Not Heidi Feb 2024 #5

Yes this is proper clinical protocol. Irish_Dem Feb 2024 #9

I'll keep the appointment - Not Heidi Feb 2024 #12

Excellent. Irish_Dem Feb 2024 #13

I know what depression and anxiety are like scipan Feb 2024 #10

Hug XanaDUer2 Feb 2024 #15

Thank you, XD2 Not Heidi Feb 2024 #16

This message was self-deleted by its author Not Heidi Feb 2024 #17

Routine and sunlight. limbicnuminousity Feb 2024 #18