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Ways to care for your mental health
Sadness
Gentle care for heavy days.
What this means
Sadness often shows up when something matters to us. It is allowed to be here, and it usually moves when we let it be seen.
Signs to notice
- • Low energy
- • Wanting to be alone a lot
- • Losing interest in fun things
Healthy coping ideas
- • Tell one safe person
- • Do one small kind thing for yourself
- • Get sunlight or fresh air
Journal prompts
“What is one kind thing you can do for yourself today?”
“Who is a trusted adult you can talk to?”
“What is one small thing that still feels good?”
“What do you need right now: comfort, company, or quiet?”
“Name one thing you are proud of.”
Short activity: Comfort List
- List 5 comforting things
- Pick one
- Do it for 10 minutes
MindHeart provides education and encouragement. It does not diagnose or treat mental-health conditions. Talk to a parent, guardian, counselor, doctor, or another trusted adult when you need help.