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Mental Wellness Is the Real Power Move

  • Writer: Mayra Valdez
    Mayra Valdez
  • May 4
  • 2 min read

As we step into Mental Health Awareness month, I want to talk about something that impacts everything, yet often gets left out of our conversations around growth and success: mental wellness.

In coaching sessions, I hear a lot about goals, routines, and performance, which are all important. But here’s the truth: if your mind isn’t well, your goals will feel heavier, your energy lower, and your progress slower. Mental health isn’t a side note. It’s the foundation.


Why Mental Fitness Matters

Think of your mental health like a muscle. It requires daily care, consistent attention, and moments of rest. Just like you wouldn’t expect your body to perform at its best without fuel, movement, or sleep, your mind needs the same care.

Here’s the good news: small, intentional practices can significantly impact.


Three Ways to Support Your Mental Health This Month


1. Start With a Daily Check-In

Each morning, ask yourself: How am I feeling? What do I need today?

This practice builds emotional awareness and creates space for compassion, not just control.


2. Schedule Mental Recovery Time

Protect at least 10–15 minutes a day for mental stillness. No screens. No to-do lists. Just breathe, walk, stretch, or journal. Your mind deserves rest, not just your body.


3. Talk It Out

Isolation fuels stress. Connection relieves it. Whether with a coach, a close friend, or a community, speaking your thoughts aloud often leads to clarity and release.


A Reflection for You

What’s one small change you could make this month to care for your mind more intentionally?

Maybe it’s setting stronger boundaries. Perhaps it’s replacing doom-scrolling with journaling. Or maybe it’s asking for help, without shame or delay.

Whatever your answer is, let it lead you.

 

Final Thought

Mental wellbeing isn’t about avoiding struggle—it’s about building the capacity to navigate it with more grace and less self-judgment. You don’t have to be “perfectly balanced.” You need to start listening to yourself again


If you’re ready to explore that more deeply, I’m here. This journey doesn’t have to be walked alone.

 
 
 

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