Refresh

Do not discount how much a change of scenery can do for your mental health. I had a quick weekend getaway, and I feel like I can conquer the world. The walls aren’t closing in on me as much. The monotony isn’t too much. The routine is a bit easier to get through. I feel refreshed. What have you done today for your mental health? What would make you feel refreshed? Maybe it’s a walk or a run. Maybe it's spending time in the yard. Take care of yourself. Relax. Relate. Refresh.

Zen

There are two places in my home that I automatically deem as my place of peace. These two rooms are my bedroom and bathroom. There are the two places where I can always hear and call on God. Zen despite its mystical connotations is your place of meditation, your place of peace. For some, it may be the basement or the kitchen. Make sure that you have some place in your home where you can seek and hear from God. Make sure that you have a place where you can be free and transparent with your creator. Make sure that you make time and space for zen in your life.

Free

I've always heard that nothing in life is free. Living in a capitalistic society will definitely make you agree with that sentiment. However, there are a few things in life that are free. Joy is free. Love is free. Hope is free. Affection is free. When you are overwhelmed with life and adult responsibilities remember these lyrics by India Arie: 

It doesn't cost a thing to smile
You don't have to pay to laugh
You better thank God for that- India Arie

For your listening pleasure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7NHjUEdiebE