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My poetry inspired by Peter Steele 🥀🍂🍃

Carrie poetry Leave a comment August 8, 2018

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DAILY SELF-CARE FOR BIPOLAR DISORDER

Taking prescribed medication on time, every day
Scheduling and meeting all doctor appointments
Avoiding toxic friends and relationships
Minimizing stress
Spending time with pets or visiting a shelter
Getting restful sleep
Using essential oils and candles
Making mindful food choices
Avoiding drugs and alcohol and too much caffeine
Sticking to a budget
Minimizing clutter
RSVPing to events on Meetup
Attending an art class
Going to a support group on a regular basis
Mapping out travel destination and time beforehand
Browsing a library or bookstore
Coloring in a coloring book
Journaling or writing poetry
Swimming in the ocean or pool
Taking a hot shower or preparing a bubble bath
Calling a trusted friend or family member
Cleaning one’s room or house
Getting a professional massage
Utilizing grounding techniques (root chakra)

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