05/12/2026
Some days my self-care regimen is tight: eating healthy food, drinking my water, and going to bed early. And some days it’s talking to Jesus while eating way too much ice cream and I believe Jesus fully understands. 😩🍨
Self-care and mental health go hand in hand. It can show up in all sorts of ways:
- going outside for 10 minutes
- saying “no” without guilt
- still saying no even when you do feel guilty
- praying honestly instead of performing spiritually,
- taking your vitamins consistently
- laughing until your stomach hurts
- asking for help
- going to therapy
- answering the phone when your safe people call
- or eating ice cream with somebody you love.
And honestly, one of the most important forms of self-care is healthy relationship. Human beings are not designed to do life alone. Support, connection, laughter, non-sexual touch, conversation, community, and feeling emotionally safe with other people all matter for mental health too.
Your nervous system does not need perfection from you. It needs care, consistency, rest, joy, and connection.
Happy Mental Health Awareness Month. 💚
How do you do your self-care? Let us know in the comments. You might inspire someone!