Staying Sane(ish): Tools for Tough Times
If you’re feeling emotional distress right now, you are not alone.
My anxiety cranked into high gear during the past few days. And I don’t say that lightly. I’ve dealt with depression and anxiety since my early twenties. Throughout my life I have gone to therapy, taken medication, journaled, meditated, and tried countless other interventions to support my wellbeing.
I’m sharing this because if you’re battling any emotional or mental stressors right now, you need to know it’s not just you. And secondarily, the stigma around mental “illness” is bullshit. We treat every other physical area of the body with reverence, and yet somehow we keep downplaying the need to care for our brains.
On a “normal day” business owners are affected by higher rates of depression and anxiety than the average population. Add in the complexities of the COVID-19 pandemic and it’s no wonder many of us are feeling unnerved.
That’s why today we’re sharing Mental + Emotional Wellbeing resources that may be of help during this challenging time.
Therapists + Counselors
Open Path Collective - This site helps you find affordable therapists who offer sliding scale payments ranging from $30 - $60 per session.
Betterhelp - This site will pair you with a therapist who will meet with you virtually and offer text support in between sessions. It costs $40 - 70 per week.
Psychology Today - This is a great site for finding a therapist, psychiatrist, or support group in your area. You can filter results based on the area of support, treatment style, insurance, etc.
Brightside - If therapy alone isn’t cutting it, Brightside can pair you with a licensed doctor in your state who will create a care plan that may include medication, digital therapy, self-care and more.
Recovery + Addiction Support
This Naked Mind - If your relationship with alcohol is getting complicated, this site is loaded with resources for the sober curious, including access to an online sober community.
Recovery Dharma - Based in Buddhist teachings, this group offers online daily meets designed to support you on your path to recovery and peace.
Postpartum Support
Postpartum Support International - This free online support group is for new moms, offering specific groups for military moms, NICU moms, and dads too.
Education & Training:
Mindvalley - This site is loaded with education on an array of topics including career, lifestyle, mind & spirit, health & fitness, relationships, mindset, and more.
Thrive Global - Founded by Arianna Huffington, this site shares wonderful articles and resources centered around wellbeing and health.
Mindset Training & Apps:
Brain.fm - This science-based app offers music tracks that are designed to help you brain focus, relax, focus and more. Free 30 day trial.
Calm - This app offers meditation, sleep stories (hello, Matthew McConaughey), relaxing music, nature sounds and more. Free 30 day trial.
Insight Timer - This app is loaded with free meditation, music and sleep tracks. Check out some of our favorite teachers: Tara Brach, Sarah Blondin, and Bethany Auriel-Hagan.
Cat Trumpet - We love this YouTube Channel’s relaxing music set to beautiful and peaceful scenes like snowfall, autumn colors, nature scenery, coral reef and more.
A special thanks to Amy Jackson of Sweetgrass Counseling for sharing many of these resources and tips with us.
Did we miss a great resource that would be helpful for the TRIBE? Comment below and share the love.
XO, Hilary Johnson + Team Hatch Tribe
PS. If you’re looking for further support for you + your business as this time, consider becoming a member in the Hatch Tribe Collective. Join for only $5 for 60 days.