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Hello! Welcome to another edition of the ABC of Mental Health, your partner in the journey to better mental health—one newsletter at a time. This week’s theme is Finding Your Shining Stars, because sometimes, the small victories are just as important as the big ones and culturally we haven’t been taught to celebrate all wins. We're bringing this to your inbox this Thursday to encourage you to find and appreciate your own “shining stars” along the way.
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One relevant recommendation:
Track Your Tiny Triumphs: Keep a "win jar" or a journal where you note down small victories each day—whether it’s getting through a tough meeting, making time for self-care, or simply finishing a task you’ve been procrastinating on. This habit shifts your focus from what's lacking to all the progress you're making!
Two quotes on Success and Achievements:
Demi Lovato, singer and mental health advocate, shared the importance of honoring your own path:
“Celebrate your life, your accomplishments, your growth. You’ve survived and thrived, and that’s worth something.”
Oprah Winfrey, media mogul and philanthropist, reminds us of the value in self-celebration:
“The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.”
Three TherapyShorts from TST
The Power of Small Wins: Sometimes we focus so much on achieving big milestones that we overlook the small steps along the way. Each small accomplishment, like completing a workout or organising a space, is a step toward your bigger goals. For instance, if you’re working on a long-term project, recognise every little breakthrough as a win. Acknowledging these moments can build motivation and boost confidence. Instead of looking at a distant (often unattainable) goal, why not celebrate the seemingly small but significant task you accomplished today that brings you closer to it?
Reframe Setbacks as Learning Wins: Even when things don’t go as planned, there's value in what you learn from those moments. Think of disappointments as data—insights to help you grow. For example, if a job interview doesn’t go your way, consider what the experience taught you about your strengths, or what you can improve for next time. Another helpful reminder that helps me sometimes is, will this someday make for a great story?
Focus on the Process: Move towards celebrating moments of joy, creativity, and flow that come when you’re fully engaged in what you’re doing. Whether it’s the satisfaction of ticking off to-dos, finding a new way to approach a problem, or just spending some time with an oft-neglected hobby, these are shining stars that light your way toward bigger achievements. The “outcome” is what we were conditioned to value; the “process” is what we need to learn to be present and mindful of.
A QUESTION?
What’s one small win you’re celebrating today? Share it with us and we’ll return with the most unique win next time!
Love and light,
The Social Therapist
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