MENTAL HEALTH WELLNESS TIPS FROM THE TALA THRIVE TEAM
Culturally competent mental health care is our priority both internally within our team and externally for our various communities. Taking care of our mental health through therapy and coaching should be as seamless as partaking in other wellness activities such as regular exercise, hair appointments, and hobbies.
We talk about our overall wellness effortlessly, yet many of us still carry stigmas when it comes to talking about our mental health wellness. In celebration of National Wellness Month, which focuses on prioritising self-care, reducing stress, and creating a sustainable lifestyle through active rest and healthy habits, we also advocate for mental health wellness as part of this.
Here at Tala Thrive, we really do practise what we preach. So, I reached out to some of our team members to ask them how they take care of themselves mentally in simple ways which can also inspire you (outside of therapy and coaching):
Fernanda Tolentino
“I try to read a very light book for 15 minutes every night before falling asleep. It distracts my mind from daily problems, and gently snoozes me off to sleep.”
Sahar Yusuf
“I wake up and name three things I’m grateful for which gives me a much more positive mindset for the day.”
Gaurav Shah
“My morning yoga routine incorporates affirmations and positive thinking to guide my day. I do it as soon as I wake up.”
Lola Akinmade
“I go offline and read a physical book. I also keep a gratitude journal, pray, and listen to my favourite playlists on repeat. Since I am prone to overthinking, this helps me revel and feel fully present in the moment.”
Brian Wong
“I do positive affirmations. This means reflecting on the positives/accomplishments of the previous week, especially when I have a busy week ahead. I love spending time in nature at least once a week and if I’m on a work trip, I try to get out and do a hike/walk in nature. I take time to do an activity I enjoy to destress and allow myself to take breaks if I’m feeling overworked/exhausted.”
Sonia Kaurah
“I do a 3-2-1 rule: 3 hours before bed, no eating; 2 hours before, no drinking anything; and 1 hour before, no screens. I try to do yoga and breathwork in the mornings for 10-15 minutes when I can and acupuncture for stress relief when I really need to calm my nervous system.”
Are you ready to make your mental health wellness a priority?
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Remember, we want you to thrive - mentally, physically, and emotionally - so you can start living the life you truly deserve.
Do you have any mental health wellness tips you’d like to share?