Notes

I was never the type to worry about my own mental health, honestly I've always been the type to be more concerned about the people around me. That was until my life took a left turn last year, it's safe to say I've had a crash course in self care.

Coping strategies

1. Kindness
It’s something small, it’s free, and it can make a huge difference in someone's day. I can’t describe the feeling when people tell me they had a bad day and I made a difference.

2. My Dog
“A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself.”– Josh Billings
Tilly is amazing, and the embodiment of this quote, she loves me for me.

3. Music
Most of us had said this, music helps me disconnect even if it’s sad.

4. Stonewall
I’ve been in leadership here for a long time, you all mean alot to me… even if we never talked

5. My Customers
It’s all about having that support network, even if it comes from an unexpected place. My customers remind me everyday of the importance of taking care of each other.

6. Cooking
Nothing more exciting or distracting as finding, researching, and trying a new recipe

7. Writing
A friend got me into a table top, so I got back into writing. Honestly I’m terrible, but I’m so grateful

8. I got a tattoo
My ex hated tattoos, but I always wanted a second. Last year I got Capable d'être terrible tattooed on my left arm

10. Even the darkest night will end and the sun will rise
I tell myself this everyday it’s going to get better