Lyme Disease Tip Summary:
Leeann Escobar shares personal strategies during our Lyme Hackathon that have significantly aided in maintaining a positive mental outlook throughout the challenges of Lyme disease:
- Training the Brain for Positivity: Emphasizing the importance of mental resilience, the individual recommends training the brain to think more positively. Resources from MyVitalSide, particularly from Lindsay on Instagram, are highlighted for their effectiveness in guiding this mental shift.
- Lifestyle Adjustments for Better Mental Health: The individual has made specific changes to promote mental well-being, including giving up alcohol, which is a depressant, and using natural mood stabilizers to avoid the side effects often associated with conventional medications.
- Therapeutic Activities: Engaging in activities that uplift spirits is key. Dancing, listening to feel-good music, and journaling gratitude are some of the activities mentioned that help combat the negativity often associated with chronic illness.
- Spiritual Support: Prayer and reading the Bible provide significant comfort and strength, reinforcing spiritual resilience. The belief that “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted” offers profound emotional support and hope.
This individual’s approach combines practical lifestyle changes with emotional and spiritual practices to foster a positive mental state, crucial for those navigating the complexities of Lyme disease. These strategies are shared in the hope of inspiring others in similar situations to find their path to mental and emotional wellness.
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Video Transcript:
“Hi Lyme friends, I’m sharing today what helps me mentally get through this journey. We really need to train our brains to think more positively. And MyVitalSide, Lindsay, on Instagram, has tons of resources. She does a really great job of explaining how to do that. I gave up drinking, which is a depressant. I use natural mood stabilizers. I know many of us react to medications. I like to dance it out, listen to feel-good music, and journal. All the things I’m grateful for. It’s so hard to get caught in that negative mindset. And last but not least, I pray and read the Bible. The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and He helps me greatly and I hope this helps somebody. Keep pushing. Happy healing.” – Leeann Escobar
