Party Smart

This week in honor of St. Patrick's Day we are doing a #FamilyFirstFriday with the upcoming celebrations this weekend in mind. Here are some things to think about to keep your family safe.

☘️ With the parties and events coming up - take this time to talk to the youth in your life about the dangers of alcohol use. Not sure where to start? Check out SAMHSA #TalkTheyHearYou mobile app https://buff.ly/3IASGGV and start exploring its resources on underage drinking, substance use, and mental health today

☘️ If you are hosting a party with underage youth, consider having fun non alcoholic options to encourage them to avoid underage drinking. Need some ideas? Check out this article with some fun family friendly options: https://buff.ly/4caWSus

☘️ Remember : Underage drinking is not a rite of passage, it’s against the law. In Arizona, providing alcohol to a minor is a class 1 misdemeanor. As a host, you can be held legally responsible for any injuries caused by an underage person who consumes alcohol in your home. Protect your kids, don’t provide them with alcohol.

Planning for Self-Care

Have you considered a self-care planner to guide you and your family on your journey to improve your mental health?

Enhance your overall well-being by integrating a personalized self-care planner into your daily routine. Try out different hobbies like sketching, reading, baking, or exercise to boost your mood and elevate your mental health. Remember to make self-care a non-negotiable priority for a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.

Another way to make self-care a routine is to set self-care reminders. Self-care reminders can be as simple as setting the alarm on your phone to remind you to take a break and stretch or as complex as scheduling regular self-care activities on your calendar.

The Month of LOVE

🫶 Remember to make self-care a priority for personal growth and overall well-being. Embrace self-compassion and kindness towards yourself to lead a more fulfilling and joyful life. Dedicate time to self-care routines and practice self-kindness daily to nurture your mental and emotional health.

So what daily habits can you cultivate to build up self love is that's something you struggle with? A Forbes Health article (linked in the blog) outlines a few different ways.

➡️ Start keeping a daily or weekly gratitude journal

➡️Force yourself to give yourself genuine compliments

➡️ Speak to yourself with the same kindness you reserve for a friend or loved one

➡️ Practice mindfulness through meditation

➡️Celebrate all your wins, big and small

➡️Limit screen time or even just social media time

Article referenced: https://buff.ly/3e119at