#James Donaldson notes:Welcome to the “next chapter” of my life… being a voice and an advocate for #mentalhealthawarenessandsuicideprevention, especially pertaining to our younger generation of students and student-athletes.Getting men to speak up and reach out for help and assistance is one of my passions. Us men need to not suffer in silence or drown our sorrows in alcohol, hang out at bars and strip joints, or get involved with drug use.Having gone through a recent bout of #depression and #suicidalthoughts myself, I realize now, that I can make a huge difference in the lives of so many by sharing my story, and by sharing various resources I come across as I work in this space.  #http://bit.ly/JamesMentalHealthArticleFind out more about the work I do on my 501c3 non-profit foundationwebsite www.yourgiftoflife.org Order your copy of James Donaldson's latest book,#CelebratingYourGiftofLife: From The Verge of Suicide to a Life of Purpose and Joy

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When it comes to self-care, there is no one-size-fits-all definition. You get to decide what self-care means to you. Start by considering small things you can do each morning to make your day better and brighter. For example, you could set aside 15 extra minutes each morning to practice your faith, read, stretch, make a healthy breakfast, meditate, or simply enjoy your coffee in peace.

There are no set rules when it comes to self-care, other than it should be something you do only for yourself. If your favorite part of the day is when you spend a few minutes outside in your garden, then add this to your regular morning routine!
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