Mental Health and Wellness for me and my Fur Babies

12/27/2024

12/27/2024

Post-Holiday Stress Relief: Take Care of Your Mental Health

The holidays can be a joyful time, but they can also bring stress, exhaustion, and emotional ups and downs. Now that Christmas has passed, it’s important to focus on self-care and managing stress as we head into the New Year.

✨ Here are a few ways to decompress after the holidays:

Take time to rest. Give yourself permission to slow down and recharge.

Reflect on the positive moments of the holiday season, no matter how small.

Spend time with loved ones, including your furry friends. Pets can be amazing stress relievers!

Make space for gratitude and mindfulness, even if it’s just a few minutes each day.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed or struggling emotionally, know that you’re not alone, and help is available.
💚 Visit MentalHealth.gov for resources and support.
📞 You can also call or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline to connect with a trained counselor.

Let’s start the New Year with compassion for ourselves and each other. Your mental health matters!

💬 Feel free to share how you’re taking care of yourself after the holidays in the comments.

Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act, and helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.

12/24/2024

This needs to be shared, needs to be read, and most importantly heard.

Sertraline- Zoloft
Venlafaxine- Effexor
Citalopram- Celexa
Mirtazapine-Remeron
Fluoxetine- Prozac
Duloxetine- Cymbalta
Seroquel- Quetiapine
Lamictal- Lamotrigine
Lexapro- Escitalopram
Wellbutrin- Bupropion
Lorazepam- Ativan
Klonopin- Clonazepam
Abilify - aripiprazole
Tegrotal - carabamezipine
Buspar - buspirone

You may know what these tablets are or know a loved one who takes them, but in case you don't, I will fill you in. That medication allows people to deal with a normal day to day life. Although most days it leaves them tired, spaced out, emotionless, or even super emotional.

Crazy right? Why would anyone want to feel like that?

Well this is why!!

You see, some people suffer from severe depression and anxiety.
In their brain it doesn't sit right, something seems different. They notice little differences that other people wouldn't. Most days they wake up sick and feel sleepless.

They consistently overthink every situation.
Was a comment about them; was it a joke?
Was that person supposed to laugh?
Or did they mean it?
Are they being nice?
Are they talking about them?
Do they talk about them?
They then think, I bet they don’t like me really.

They say sorry all the time. They feel like they annoy everyone.
And for all those questions they will spend hours trying to answer. Let it all build up in their mind, until it sends them to tears...... it's mental that they see things that way.

It's not only mental changes, but physical changes. They don't eat a lot or they eat way too much. Insomnia, up all night answering questions to situations that don't even exist, or sleep too much and waste half their day still feeling tired.

They still smile and they have every excuse for when you ask why.
But the tablets can help them. Because they know when they start to feel this way or think this way, they need help.

They know that when their behavior starts to change, They need guidance. And they understand that they don't need to be ashamed. They don't need to be understood. They just need to be accepted. Everyone is fighting a battle and sometimes you need to be kinder.

So I may just be another person who's talking about mental health....

Living with this illness is hard, but trying to understand it, is even harder. It’s also 100 times harder if they have another condition on top of this.

Don't suffer in silence.

Mental health is just as important as physical health.

Be part of the healing.💚
Be understanding.💚
Be kind. 💚

Sometimes don’t even try to understand, just simply love that person, support them, and be there when they need you. Some people in my life have truly mastered this, and for you I will forever be grateful!
**Send us a DM if you or a loved one are struggling**

12/21/2024

🌟 Coping with Toxic Family Members During the Holidays 🌟

The holidays can be a tough time for many of us, especially when toxic family dynamics come into play. If you're dreading gatherings or struggling to keep your peace, remember: you are not alone. Here are some gentle reminders and tips to help you navigate this season with more peace and self-love:

✨ 1. Protect Your Energy
It's okay to set boundaries. You don't have to attend every event, engage in every conversation, or tolerate behavior that drains you. "No" is a full sentence.

✨ 2. Lean on Your Support System
Friends, chosen family, your pets, or even an online community—reach out to the people who lift you up. Sometimes, a phone call or a snuggle with your fur baby can make all the difference.

✨ 3. Take Breaks
If emotions run high, give yourself permission to step away. A short walk, a few minutes of deep breathing, or listening to your favorite song can help reset your mood.

✨ 4. Focus on What You Can Control
You can’t change others, but you can control your reactions and mindset. Don’t let their negativity steal your joy.

✨ 5. Show Yourself Compassion
You are allowed to feel hurt, frustrated, or disappointed. Acknowledge your feelings, but also remind yourself: you deserve peace, love, and kindness—even if you have to give it to yourself.

If the holidays are hard for you this year, be gentle with yourself. It’s okay to prioritize your mental health and peace. You are worthy of a calm, joyful season—however that looks for you. 💚

To everyone navigating tough situations this holiday season: I see you, I understand, and I’m rooting for you. 🫶 Do you have any "Toxic Family Members" If so drop a comment below 👇👇👇👇 and tell us how you deal with them. Or do you deal with them at all?!

12/21/2024

Hello there everyone! First thing I would like to say is thank you to everyone who accepted the invitation that I sent out to like and join this group/page!! I honestly don't know why I even started this but once I started, everything just started clicking and coming together so easily that I truly feel as if one of you beautiful souls or someone else out there that you may know that I don't, may be the sole purpose of this page. So please like the page if you haven't already and share it out with as many people that you feel may get something out of this. 🌠💖🎊 So with that, Welcome everyone!!!

12/17/2024

Welcome to Our Page – A Safe Space for You and Your Fur Babies 🐾💕 The holidays can be a time of joy, but they can also bring stress, loneliness, and emotional challenges. Whether you're struggling with your own mental health, feeling overwhelmed, or just need a place to connect, you're not alone. And remember, your fur babies feel and reflect your energy, too – their love and comfort can be healing, but they need care and attention as well. This page is dedicated to supporting both you and your pets. Here, we provide resources to help you care for your mental health and the well-being of your beloved companions. If you're feeling overwhelmed, please know there is help available: 1. 7 Cups – Connect with trained listeners and therapists who offer 24/7 emotional support (7cups.com). 2. Talkspace – Access online therapy with licensed counselors through text, video, and voice messaging (talkspace.com). 3. BetterHelp – Affordable therapy options to help you manage stress, anxiety, and depression (betterhelp.com). 4. Crisis Text Line – Free, 24/7 text support for anyone in crisis (crisistextline.org). 5. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) – A hub for support groups, education, and advocacy for those affected by mental illness (nami.org). The bond between you and your pets is powerful. They bring love and healing, and we’re here to help you care for yourself and them. Let’s make this page a place of encouragement, resources, and support – together, we can get through the tough days. Take a deep breath, give your fur baby an extra snuggle, and know you're in the right place. You are never alone here. Welcome home!! 🐾💕🏠💖🐶

Whether you’re looking for a therapist or just someone to talk to right now during some difficult times, 7 Cups is a place where you can be heard. Start for free today.

12/17/2024

"Welcome to our page! Our mission is to support mental health for both you and your beloved fur babies. Here, you'll find valuable resources for mental wellness and veterinary care needs, all aimed at creating a happier and healthier life for you and your pets. Together, we can nurture the bond that heals!"