6 Microsteps You Can Take Every Day to Boost Your Mental Resilience

"Research from Stanford’s Precision Mental Health and Wellness Center shows that when we ignore what we’re feeling and allow our stress to become cumulative, it can lead to mental health challenges down the road. But when we learn to identify when we’re feeling overwhelmed and take small steps to help us recharge, we’re far better able to take meaningful action.

Each morning, repeat an affirmation that shows compassion for yourself.

Positive affirmations have been shown to improve your mood, reduce stress and negative thinking, and strengthen your sense of self.

Schedule time to go outside.

Being outdoors and surrounded by nature not only improves your well-being, but inspires you to be a more creative, more present version of yourself.

Do one small thing each morning that brings you joy.

From this foundation, you’ll be more focused and productive once you get to work.

Take a one-minute stretch break whenever you can throughout the day.

Frequent movement fuels your body and mind.

Write down three things you’re grateful for before bed.

This has been shown to lower your stress levels and bring you a greater sense of calm.

Before you get into bed, escort your devices out of your bedroom.

Disconnecting will help you sleep better, recharge, and reconnect to your wisdom and creativity."

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Reflection:

Would you consider yourself resilient? Are there some steps you would like to add to improve resilience?

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