What do you do to maintain or improve your mental health?

I just got a service dog....game changer for sure.

We teach inductive study of the Bible. We recognize we are art of something bigger than us. We find a great deal of peace in this.

Body scan meditating

Besides seeing my therapist weekly, and spending time with my little dogs, I practice yoga and pranayama (control of breath). I have finally realized how important self-care is. It's the reason why on an airplane, when they are doing the safety presentation, they tell you to put the oxygen mask on yourself first before helping those around you. My takeaway from that is that if I don't take good care of myself, I won't be able to effectively help others. Helping others not just in big ways, but small ways as well is what truly makes us happy as human beings.

I AM TAKING MUSIC CLASSES, GUITAR, AND PIANO. IT HELP ME A LOT

I start the day reviewing those people, places, things I am grateful for. I set my daily goal: Rise to the challenges of this day, and use them as an opportunity to Shine!! I help out as well I can, am a good listener, and take my fox-nosed Pom, Rascal, for walks. I keep my appointments at VA, especially with my Therapist and Geriatric Psychiatrist.

Daily exercise even if it’s just stretching and a short walk.

This could come in handy for the new roof I need.

Stay busy so I don't think about it.

I regular check on my older friends weekly