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A Mental Health Day

6/4/2015

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I do not know what my problem was yesterday, but every time I had a moment to myself I felt like crying.  Perhaps it was due to the stress and worry I had been feeling for my mom leading up to and during her surgery.  Whatever the cause, I chose what I felt would be in my best interest and took work off for the evening.

I explained to my boss that it was for my 'mental health' and she totally understood!  She did not want to see me break out in tears if a student had a problem while I was working with them!  All of us need that time to ourselves to de-stress and relax.

I have always considered myself to be a strong person emotionally, but after numerous counselling sessions I came to realize that I matter.  We cannot always be everything for everyone else without looking after ourselves first.  Yesterday I needed to take that time for myself and do what was best for me.

I played with my son at the park, sat outside with a book and watched a hockey game.  This may not sound like much for some of you, but for me it did wonders!   I was also able to enjoy cooking supper and eating it as a family with my children which I do not get to do every night because of the hours I work.

All it took were those simple activities that I enjoy to help clear my head and heart allowing me to feel that I would be able to take on the world again the next day.  We should never be afraid to say, "You know what, I am important and today I am going to make sure I get looked after".  We all need those moments whether it takes a few hours, a day, or a week to stop and look after ourselves.

If you feel that you also need a 'Mental Health' day I say go for it and enjoy!

Thought of the day:  Why isn't there mouse flavoured cat food?

Quote of the day:  Don't judge those who try and fail, judge those who fail to try.  Unknown

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