I had my appointment with my psychologist today, an appointment I had been putting off for a year. I don't know why it is so difficult to ask for help or just say "I need someone to talk to." We can go to the doctor if we feel off physically but somehow we put our mental and emotional health in another box entirely, and believe that if we struggle with depression, frustration, or anxiety, we should somehow be ashamed by our own weakness.
Mental and emotional struggles are no more a choice than high blood pressure or a tooth ache. We can do things to make them better with the help of a medical professional. Taking charge of your health in any capacity is a reason to be proud of yourself. For me, this means my OCD will get a bit more under control and my depression will continue to improve.
I saw a great poster in the office while I was waiting that talked about total wellness. I loved that it talked about the many different things that work together to create overall healthy living. Of course it mentioned eating healthy and exercise, but it also mentioned things like time with loved ones, inner peace, etc.
It got me thinking about what my own overall wellness would look like. In addition to those things I think it would have to include time spent focusing on creative interests. That is usually a wonderful outlet for me, and gives me an opportunity to change my outlook on things while I work.
What does wellness look like to you?
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