Today, I want to shine a light on something really important: the everyday things we do—often without realizing—that slowly chip away at our mental well-being.

I’m not talking about the big, obvious stressors. I’m talking about the subtle patterns and habits that feel normal but may actually be keeping us stuck in survival mode. We’re going to walk through 10 things you might not know are hurting your mental health—and what you can do instead to begin feeling better, more connected, and more in charge of your emotional life. Let’s dive in.

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