Ananda

1. You are not alone, however much it may seem that way.

2. You are valid, what you feel is valid, your entire existence is valid.

3. You are good. This doesn’t dismiss the days where you feel bad or have bad thoughts or even wish ill on others. You are good and you have it in you to be even better.

4. Let’s take some actions. Eat something today, it doesn’t have to be an entire meal. It could be just a handful of grapes or a biscuit. It will make you feel OK, promise.

5. Clean yourself up, have a bath, take a shower, brush your teeth, or just have a “stand up bath” using a washcloth. Whatever you can manage.

6. Do something that comforts you. Cooking, writing, drawing, watching your favorite show, stroking your cat. Whatever it is, make sure you feel safe and relaxed doing it.

7. Dance your troubles away. I’m being serious, put on your favourite happy tunes and just dance. It doesn’t matter how much rhythm you have, just do it. It can really help.

8. Open the window. You need some fresh air and I know that going outside isn’t always an option. So open the window.

9. Remember that you are here. Feel yourself, become aware of your body. Understand that you’ve made it this far, all my yourself, you’ve made it to this point. You can do that again, you can do it every day.

10. Now, take another day. Take one at a time. ♦