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Why do we field weird taking a mental health break?

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I have a history of publishing many things out here that probably should of just stayed personal and in my head. This post most likely is one. The thing is I know if I feel a certain way I know there must be others out here feeling the same way. Not talking about it is silly. We have more in common than we think.

A mental health break from what?

– all the traffic in my head
– all the fears my mind throws in my face
– all the negative talk toward myself
– all the comparisons of how others live
– all the pulls to remain in the safe sameness
– all the negative news I consume and swallow
– all the political bullshit that keeps us unconnected
– all the I’m offended

What seems to be the patterns leading up to “IT”?

– believing everything your mind dishes out
– over consumption of social media
– ignoring your gut that’s saying you’re fed up
– not connecting to a calm base daily
– worrying of fears that never take place
– watching days pass by that never felt lived

Why do we feel like there’s something wrong with us to take a mental health break?

– not many talk about it
– squashing that voice that I’m fricked up in the head
– guilt that I’m being lazy
– I’m not normal
– inadequate can’t get my shit together

What the hell do you do on a mental health break?

– unplug social media, news, phone
– find a “base” that you can reconnect to
– get still
– get quiet
– go out in nature
– treat yourself with LovingKindness
– explore options that are whispering to you
– plan out a new way

This life is a trip. There’s nothing wrong with you to feel overwhelmed at times. In this American society it seems like the machine wants to keep us ALL JACKED UP! The subscription dictates it and we often don’t question it. The prescribed freedom for some of us isn’t actually freedom. We do have choices if we decide to break away from the pac and go our own personal path. To take a mental break and question am I living a life that works for me makes total sense.

Will you ever know what happens if you step into fear, into the unknown?

Peace,

Dwight 🦋

** as usual please no I’m sorry Dwight comments .. I’m good with my mental break❤️

Dwight Hyde

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8 responses to “Why do we field weird taking a mental health break?”

  1. ortensia Avatar
    ortensia

    We shouldn’t feel weird to take mental health break but grateful that we can do it and most of all that we recognize when we have to. We should all learn to take a break from anything pressuring us too much, from the smallest most insignificant thing to the biggest. 🥰

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  2. Scarlett Avatar
    Scarlett

    It’s good to not have at least Facebook or insta. I watch YouTube, it’s an important resource aggregator. But I draw, manage my wordpress(which includes posting and browsing), take care of my house, go outside for a walk, organize things, help others, talk on the phone, watch a bit of TV with other people (which is a social activity after all), cook, drink coffee, work out, shopping online or irl, make AI art, learn about, read books, articles etc. All of this fills my day plus unexpected stuff,like bureaucracy to do outside and other responsibilities. It’s not that hard, I promise.
    It’s not very talked about depending on your social bubble. I hear it a lot on mine . But probably in general, yes. More and more people are always connected and identifiable etc. But it’s okay if one does it and I think that others usually understand

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    1. Dwight Hyde Avatar
      Dwight Hyde

      Thanks so much, Scarlett.

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  3. Lovie Price Avatar
    Lovie Price

    great way to break it down! Kind of the same process i go through, with similar lists..all good and healthy. I’ve always been ok with mental breaks( totally not weird to me) – couldnt survive without them. But it is sometimes tough to take the option, and when i dont, i wind up paying for it…hugs!

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  4. Sober Veg Mama Avatar
    Sober Veg Mama

    All your bullets listed under what is a mental health break – I think those should just be part of daily life! I can actually get more done in the long run if I switch off from certain things and take breaks.

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  5. janieleeds Avatar
    janieleeds

    I’ve been in that arena too Dwight. I don’t listen to anything that I don’t like anymore. No more politics, no more rants, no more anything negative. While it may have made me ignorant of what’s going on, I’ve been wayyyy happier. I have had a ton of friends reaching out because they’re frustrated with everything and I’ve been working on staying int eh zen zone…and helping them to get there too…unplug for a bit and get out in nature. It will do a world of good for you! Senidng hugs to you, Janie

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  6. jacquelyn3534 Avatar
    jacquelyn3534

    I’m glad your taking a mental health break. I’m also glad you shared this. It’s totally relatable! Take care bro! 😂😂😂 You know I’m never going to let that die now. 😂😂😂❤️❤️❤️

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  7. Elizabeth Avatar
    Elizabeth

    I’m arranging my life (as best I am able) so as to be on a permanent mental health break…. great post, Dwight!😎

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