Do you struggle with finding time for yourself? Are you feeling stressed more often, especially during this global pandemic? If so, you may need to make some time for self-care.

Self-care is any activity that you do to take care of your physical, mental, and emotional health. This is so important, especially for parents of children with disabilities.

I was blessed with the opportunity to join Sandra Peoples on her podcast, “Self-Care and Soul-Care for the Caregiver.” Episode 32 went live on Monday, July 20, 2020 with our discussion on self-care when you have children with disabilities. We both got pretty transparent and honest about mental health!

“It’s important to consider when times get really stressful, prayer is good, reading the Bible is good, devotions are good, but you know what else is also good? Being willing to go see a counselor. It is often stigmatized in communities of color, among religious communities, but God gives therapists wisdom, knowledge, and understanding to help us get through the hard times. We have to be willing to allow someone else to help us through when we’re going through those hard times because untreated stress can really cause problems in your health.”

Tonya Nash

July is Minority Mental Health Awareness Month and it’s important that we have these conversations to fight against stigma. This is especially true for our minority and even faith-based communities. Please don’t let stigmas stop you from seeking help when you feel stressed, overwhelmed or depressed. Don’t suffer in silence alone.

You can listen to our discussion on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you love to listen to podcasts. I hope that you will find it helpful and encouraging!

What are your best self-care tips?

*This is the 2nd podcast that I have participated in this year. A few months ago, I was on the Unchurchable podcast discussing how churches can be more welcoming for persons with autism and their families. If you missed that one, check it out here!