Release the Stigma: It’s OK to Check In!

May 11, 2021

Yesterday was a “self-care” and self “check-in” day for me:

💫💫 I had mental health therapy.

💫💫 It felt both good and scary to begin to process past trauma that’s been overshadowed by “busyness” for years!

💫💫 Talked with three of my five mentees and ALL of them helped RAISED MY VIBRATION in their amazing individual ways! I was already in GREAT spirits and each of them made me even happier with their awesome energy!

💫💫 Meditation in the sauna was absolutely wonderful. I’ve learned thats one way for me to quickly get aligned and routinely STAY in alignment!

💡 💡 💡 And today, I AM #centered, #balanced, #aligned 🧘🏽‍♂️ and #ready to conquer the day! 😊👍🏼

Why do I vulnerably share this? 🤔

Well, I’m so glad you asked! 😁

❤️❤️ I’ve always been transparent about my mental health journey. I’m a mental health advocate just as much as I am a trans advocate. For me, both work simultaneously. If sharing my journey helps just one person, life is grand. 😊

❤️❤️ May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth.

❤️❤️ Research shows that #Veterans have a higher rate of mental health related illnesses such as depression and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) than non-veterans.

❤️❤️ Transgender veterans have a higher rate of suicidal ideation than that of non-veterans.

So it’s personally vital that I check in and “check in” often to make sure “I’m ok.” 👌🏼

And, it’s important for YOU too. 💯

Know this:

✅ It’s ok to “check in.”

✅ Mental health is just that, mental health.

✅ Take care of your mind just as you take care of your body and you’re spirit.

❤️💫 You can find additional resources by contacting your healthcare provider. Inbox me if you have questions or need direction on additional resources.

Great Morning and HAPPY TUESDAYYYYY Beloveds!!! 😁

I Love ❤️ You. 😊👊🏼👊🏼 Be AMAZING Today! Do something for YOUR mental well being today! Ok?

❤️💫

Go Be Great!™️ ~Dr. Elijah 🤗😘