MENTAL WELLNESS

HEALING PRACTICES

How Your Physical Health Shapes Mental Wellness
Your body and mind are deeply intertwined — what happens in one affects the other. Hormones, nervous system function, gut health, and environmental exposures all influence mood, cognition, stress response, and overall mental clarity. Understanding these connections helps you support both your physical and emotional well-being.

SELF-HEALING PRACTICES

  • Journaling – Process thoughts, track patterns, and gain self-awareness.

  • Grounding – Connect with your body and environment to reduce anxiety and stress.

  • Meditation & Silence – Calm the mind, improve focus, and support nervous system regulation.

  • Breathwork – Techniques to balance energy, nervous system function, and emotional states.

  • Calming Aids – Tools like teas, supplements, or weighted blankets to support relaxation.

  • Acupressure – Targeted points to release tension and promote energy flow.

  • Connection & Alone Time – Balance social support with restorative solitude.

  • Nature & Music – Environmental and sensory experiences that reduce stress and enhance mood.

SUPPORTIVE THERAPIES

  • Trauma-Informed Practices – Approaches that acknowledge past experiences and prioritize safety.

  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) – Evidence-based therapy for trauma and PTSD.

  • Somatic Therapies – Body-centered approaches to process trauma, release tension, and improve self-regulation.

Linked Concepts:
→ Nervous System Regulation → Breathwork → Trauma-Informed Practices → Somatic Awareness → Mindfulness → Self-Healing Rituals