{"id":132,"date":"2021-05-12T18:26:00","date_gmt":"2021-05-12T18:26:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ec2-50-17-66-55.compute-1.amazonaws.com\/2021\/05\/12\/mentalhealth2021\/"},"modified":"2026-02-27T02:42:31","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T10:42:31","slug":"mental-health-is-important-too","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cirkledin.com\/library\/mental-health-and-well-being\/mental-health-is-important-too\/","title":{"rendered":"Mental Health is Important, Too.&nbsp;"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cirkledin.com\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/image-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3310\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cirkledin.com\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/image-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cirkledin.com\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/image-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.cirkledin.com\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/image-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.cirkledin.com\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/image-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cirkledin.com\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/image-2048x1366.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/www.cirkledin.com\/library\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/image-360x240.jpeg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Can you believe we\u2019ve been in a pandemic for eighteen months? It\u2019s shaped our lives in ways we have never imagined possible. From back-to-back Zoom calls from bed or wearing a mask just to say hello to a friend, life has changed as we know it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While we are not mental health professionals, we want to acknowledge <strong>#MentalHealthMonth<\/strong> and <strong>#MentalHealthWeek<\/strong>. The pandemic has changed lives across the world and placed a heavy emotional burden on individuals and communities. It is important to remember that it is okay to struggle with mental health, seek help, and talk openly about what is on your mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students have faced jarring realities: No in-person friendships, cancelled proms, digital graduations, confusing college admissions, Zoom classes, all on top of regular stressors. We get it. It\u2019s not easy. First and foremost, we recommend talking to a trusted adult or medical provider if you have any questions or concerns about your mental health.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve also included some tips for dealing with stress:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stay connected via Zoom, text, FaceTime, and other forms of communication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop a routine. Being at home or suddenly back to school can be tough and putting life into a routine can help manage stress that comes with the unknown<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exercise and eat healthy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find hobbies&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stop doom scrolling. Scrolling through negative information on social media 24\/7 will NOT make you feel better!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find gratitude. Even the little things help<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reward yourself for what you accomplish. Again, little things count!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect with friends and family by social-distancing. Make sure to check state laws first on gathering<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember: If you are struggling with mental health, we encourage you to seek out help from an adult or medical provider. As always, Cirkled In is here to support you in your journey, even through the ups and downs. Be well!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Can you believe we\u2019ve been in a pandemic for eighteen months? It\u2019s shaped our lives in ways we have never imagined possible. 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