🌿Quick Summary Pivoting doesn’t mean failure—it means choosing your mental health over staying stuck. Whether you're changing careers, relationships, goals, or ways of thinking, learning how to pivot can ease emotional stress and build resilience. This skill is especially important for those living with mental illness, where rigid expectations can lead to burnout or relapse. ➡️ Pivoting = flexible thinking under pressure ➡️ Mental health improves when your life aligns with your values ➡️ You’re allowed to change course—even if others don’t understand 👇 Keep reading to explore the psychology behind pivoting and how to make peace with letting go. Personal Reflection: Letting Go Was the Hardest Part I used to believe that once I committed to something, I had to follow through—no matter what it cost me emotionally. Whether it was a job, a relationship, or even a version of myself I’d outgrown, I’d stay long past the point it made sense… because changing direction felt like...
This is a welcoming space where we can talk about mental health! As someone who has navigated the challenges of depression and anxiety for much of my adult life, I understand how isolating it can feel. Here, I’m excited to share my journey of healing and the coping strategies that have helped me along the way. My hope is that by opening up about my experiences, you’ll feel inspired to share your own story and talk about your mental health too.