Hi!
Do an experiment with me right now?
Think of a person in your life who values you. Someone who genuinely cares about how you’re doing – not because you sign their paycheck or cook their meals or do what they ask – someone who appreciate you for you. You don’t have to understand or agree with what they “see” in you, just know that they do. Hold that person’s image or name or feeling in your mind for a moment.
That made your brain feel safer. Your heart rate slowed. Your blood pressure leveled out. You might even be smiling.
Doing just that built your resilience and mental strength!
Bonus round: Think of someone you truly value and send them a quick voice note or text telling them that you do. You’ll build their resilience and mental strength, and that also builds a bit of yours.
Let me know if you tried any of this?
All my best,
Dr. G
