COVID is causing a global mental health crisis says the Red Cross. Not only are we dealing with a stressful situation, but it is also disrupting mental health services. This pandemic is shining a light on existing issues and showing us that things need to change. Instead of going into the toll social media can take on your mental health, why don’t we rather use it for good. Here are accounts you can follow that will make you pause your doom scrolling and breathe.
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Blessing Manifesting
Run by a self-care blogger, Blessing Manifesting covers a range of topics, but my favourite posts are the ones where you get to check in on yourself. The tasks are small enough to be achievable and not overwhelm you.
The Happy Sloth Club
The Happy Sloth Club is all sorts of wonderful. Obviously, the name attracted me first, but it’s more than that. It covers an array of messaging from self-care to self-worth. If you’re interested in sloths and wellbeing (and who wouldn’t be), read Be More Sloth.
My Easy Therapy
My Easy Therapy curates content but also adds in a lot of info in the caption so you can look at the pictures and if you want more info, read lengthy but interesting captions from a psychologist.
Neurohacker
This is where inspirational quotes meet science. These facts show how and why certain activities, like breath work, are effective. With Neurohacker you’ll learn how your brain works. This account does try and sell you some vitamins from time to time, but I just ignore that.
Zeppelin Moon
The drawings alone make following Zeppelin Moon worthwhile. It’s not your conventional wisdom, but the posts will make you smile and nod in appreciation.
Matt Z Haig
I actually read one of Matt Z Haig‘s books and wasn’t a fan. A friend shared one of his posts on IG Stories and I liked what I saw. I still don’t like that book but have found following him on IG very helpful.
How to save your favourite posts for later
Take a screenshot of posts that resonate with you and save them on a folder on your phone. Whenever you feel overwhelmed, anxious, stressed or down, go to the folder and read some of the posts.
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