Safety, Mental Health, and Safe Words

Public safety is a growing concern. As world events continue to unveil the dark side of humanity, it seems as though no one has been left unscathed by the mental taxation caused by civil matters of state, polarizing legislation, interpersonal relationships, and workplace dynamics. Lacking an effective strategy to maintain a balanced work life can make everyday tasks seem less manageable and more challenging often amplifying emotional imbalances leading to feelings of overwhelm and causing anxiety. Regardless of your work title, social obligations, political views, or home responsibilities; creating space for personal emotional reflections is healthy. Personal safeguards allow you to optimize your time and get the most out of your relationships. An elevated sense of awareness could be the perfect solution to any complex environment.

Your energy is your most valuable resource. Allow yourself the freedom to grow by prioritizing your emotional awareness. Acknowledge activities that boost your creativity, behaviors that support your personal development and everyday moments that keep you motivated. In addition, be mindful of complex inter-personal dynamics that can produce delays in your ability to bounce back emotionally. Don’t overreact. Sometimes the most effective response is to meditate and focus on yourself and not the “issue” by reflecting on how the moment and the context of information will affect your environment.

Character development is like building core muscle strength. The process requires strategy, commitment and active participation. Develop a vocabulary of positive words for daily use. Hold yourself accountable throughout the week by prioritizing quality conversations that elevate your expectations in order to project measurable and tangible results.