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https://www.self.com/story/white-people-self-care

Another place to find a therapist online. https://www.e-counseling.com/profile/ann-farrar/

CBD has been helpful to me w managing the physical effects of anxiety and depression. This is my favorite brand and there's 20% off right now. Just saying. Not affiliated with them in any way. https://www.charlottesweb.com/all-charlottes-web-products

it’s so important to take care of yourself throughout the process [of activist work], not just when things get bad. One solution, she says is intentional mindfulness and the awareness of one’s internal processes. Dr. Foreman agrees, saying taking care of your mental health should be approached the same as physical health. Just like if the flu is going around and you know that your immune system is not so great [] you would be careful, not because you’re pampering yourself but because that’s just how you stay well, https://www.bustle.com/p/the-impact-of-activism-on-mental-h

There is work to be done. Feel hopeless? helpless? Don't. Depression comes from living a life that is not in line with your values. https://www.vogue.com//activist-tamika-d-mallory-on-her-vi

Please read. Overwhelm does not help anyone. https://www.bitchmedia.org/article/self-care-tips-activists

http://www.oprah.com//strategies-for-mental-rest-and-relax

Another (easy) way to find a therapist if you're in NYC and have insurance... https://headway.co/about

This is a really good podcast and episode from the teacher of Yale's The Science of Happiness re quick and dirty tips on stamina through this pandemic. Stamina is my word, not hers. I think "happiness" can sound frivolous and unaffordable in a national crisis, but endurance is not and intentionally building in joy is the only way to sustain and help each other. So give Dr. Santos a listen. https://podcasts.apple.com//bonus-lauries-pe/id1474245040

What do we think about this idea of inherent worthiness? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHHghrHUGOI

https://mywellbeing.com/ask-a-therapist/coping-with-covid

Do you know what your self worth is connected to? Your salary? Your size? Good stuff here. https://www.instagram.com/tv/CAH5GrlASuJ/

Figure out a way to get what you want. Even if it is very inconvenient for others because they’re working or something. #lifelessons #therapycat #loudcat #mentalhealth #goals

My version of self care is acquainting yourself with resources you already have and support for changing patterns so you can cope. It does not have to include buying herb tinctures from Gwyneth. https://www.thecut.com//04/wellness-during-coronavirus.html