Thank God for San Francisco’s refined take on wellness!
Coming to California from Hawaii, I’m so glad to have access to marijuana dispensaries in this state. I support the legalization of marijuana on a national basis, the expungement of all marijuana/related crimes, and insurance coverage for health and wellness purposes.
I am so impressed with the cannabis community’s products, which are aesthetically pleasing (packaging!), evolved, and quality-focused. I look forward to the day when Hawaii legalizes marijuana. Although they have been slow to adopt, they have a controlled, vertically integrated production system which will help them to conduct research 🔬
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Today, my mom and I enjoyed the Waimano Trail in Pearl City. It’s a two and a half mile trail that takes an hour and a half. You traverse down and it loops around, with beautiful bird watching, mature foliage, and overgrowth.
Supporting each other is vital to creating the understanding world we need…
Portlock, Hawaii
Despite all of the negative ramifications of the coronavirus, one thing that I’m thankful for is the amount of awareness being raised surrounding mental health.
What Is Mental Health?
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.
One can experience difficulties with their mental health that would cause their thinking, mood, and behavior to be affected. Many factors contribute to mental health, including:
Biological factors, such as genes or brain chemistry
Life experiences, such as trauma or abuse
Family history of mental health problems
For those who need it, help is available. Full recovery is possible!
Early Warning Signs
Not sure if you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health? Experiencing one or more of the following feelings or behaviors can be an early warning sign:
Eating or sleeping too much or too little
Pulling away from people and usual activities
Having low or no energy
Feeling numb or like nothing matters
Having unexplained aches and pains
Feeling helpless or hopeless
Smoking, drinking, or using drugs more than usual
Feeling unusually confused, forgetful, on edge, angry, upset, worried, or scared
Yelling or fighting with family and friends
Experiencing severe mood swings that cause problems in relationships
Having persistent thoughts and memories you can’t get out of your head
Hearing voices or believing things that are not true
Thinking of harming yourself or others
Inability to perform daily tasks like taking care of your kids or getting to work or school
Achieving and maintaining positive mental health allows people to realize their full potential, to cope with the stresses of life, to work productively, and to make meaningful contributions to their communities.
Ways to maintain mental wellness include: getting professional help when needed, connecting with others, staying positive, being physically active, helping others, getting good sleep, and developing coping skills.
Our individual wellbeing contributes to the health of our families and communities. It is up to us to support one another and to help those who are struggling.
If you or someone you know is in need of help, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7 at 800-273-8255.
Mental wellness is especially important to me, as I have been on my healing journey for over five years. Through my experiences, I have learned that the best approach is one that is preventative, holistic, and accountable. Some of my favorite ways to care for my mental health are: going on a walk, enjoying the beauty of nature, and prayer.
Here are my top five wellness tips for anyone who is looking to make positive changes in their life.
1. Make prayer a habit.
Centering life around prayer is something that many religious traditions do. I believe that it is a beneficial practice that creates positive change.
2. Drink lots of water!
Staying hydrated can be tough when you’ve got so many things on your mind. Get a hydroflask! Craft a way to make drinking water fun- your skin and hair will thank you.
3. Enjoy your evening & sleep well.
In Genesis, days go evening then morning. Ensuring that we have good evening is crucial in creating a cadence for ourselves. Having an evening ritual and wind-down routine makes falling asleep a breeze.
4. Eat less.
As humans, we didn’t always eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner. It’s actually not really necessary to eat more than two meals a day (for most people- note: this is not professional advice in any way, please consult a healthcare professional before making any lifestyle changes).
5. Practice stretching.
I love stretching because it releases the built up energy that I feel being inside for long parts of the day. Going on a walk is also a great way to refresh after lunch or before dinner. Stretching after a walk is great because your muscles are activated and your body is warm.
