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Taking Care of Your Mental Health During Senior Year

February 15, 2020

Senior year is a major milestone! You’ve probably been looking forward to the final year of your high school career for what feels like forever, and now it’s finally here. But in the midst of the deadlines, the scholarship applications, and more…how do you cope? When the realities of senior year set in, many students struggle with feelings of being overwhelmed and stressed out. These days, mental health has (finally) become forefront in many people’s minds, and we are so glad. There is no shame in learning how to talk about and address the stressors in your everyday life, much less the many stressors that come your way during senior year. Here are some simple ways to practice self care during one of the biggest years of your life:

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-Don’t be afraid to speak up: It’s hard to ask for help, and you may be someone who want to “muscle through” the struggles you are facing. But feelings of stress and anxiety don’t have to be “normal” and everyday for you, and it’s okay to admit you are having trouble coping. Maybe you are nervous about leaving home for the first time, or nervousness about how you will meet the financial demands for you and your family as you head off to college. Perhaps your grades are dipping due to a hectic schedule, or friendships are changing as you near the end of high school. Any of these things can really effect your stress levels. Find a trusted adult or parent who can talk to you about these things, or even a school counselor. Find someone you can go to with no judgment, who will be a safe person for your emotions and difficulties this year. Even if you never face a huge crisis, simply having someone in your corner can make a world of difference.

-Get healthy: During senior year, your physical health is actually quite important. Your diet, sleep, and health habits can cultivate a good or bad environment for your mental health and if you take a good look at your lifestyle, you may find that a steady diet of fast food and no sleep may be taking it’s toll. A poor diet and low sleep can make you less resilient to stress and impending responsibilities, which can make you feel even worse. If you are able to, begin putting as much healthy food into your body as you can (we are not talking about weight, but rather making healthy choices), such as grass fed proteins, whole grains, and plenty of fruits and vegetables. Drink tons of water (which is also great for your skin), and try to get at least 8 hours of sleep a night. You may be surprised to find that your physical health is very much linked to your mental health. 

-Find the coping strategies that work for you: Think about your ideal way to spend a free day, and that may be something that will relax or encourage you when times are tough. Things like sleeping, catching up on your favorite television show, a bubble bath, reading a good book, or drinking a warm cup of coffee can all be ways you can be gentle on yourself and give you a way to cope when the world feels too difficult. 

-Get organized: One way you can take care of your mental health is to get organized so you are not always playing catch-up or feeling behind. Though it can feel like a lot of work at the outset, it is actually a great way to protect yourself from missing your responsibilities and sabotaging your efforts to stay on top of things. A day planner is a wonderful way to keep track of your assignments, senior project, college visits, and even your budget. If you are someone who usually procrastinates and then becomes emotional when it’s hard to catch back up, this is probably a great strategy to help you remain calm under pressure. 

No matter what comes your way during senior year, don’t forget to be gentle with yourself, and look for people who can lift you up and support you when you are feeling low. If you ever are having thoughts of suicide, or have friends who you are concerned about, please call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255.

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The countdown is on for graduation! I’m so exci The countdown is on for graduation!  I’m so excited for all my Seniors. New adventures are ahead  and I can’t wait to see what God had in store for each and everyone one of you. You are off to do great things 🙌🏻❤️•
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I think Allesandro’s (DJ) theme in life is BIG! I think Allesandro’s (DJ) theme in life is BIG!  Everything he does, he goes big. Not only is he big in stature, but his competitive drive is BIG, his scholastic drive is BIG, his dedication is BIG and his heart is HUGE! His future is so bright, just like that big smile of his.  Keep up the good work! 🙌🏻❤️
Kenzie, you were the best way to end my 2023 Senio Kenzie, you were the best way to end my 2023 Senior season! So many gorgeous images from the session.❤️

So grateful for all my amazing clients, what an amazing year.  Thank you to you ALL!

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My last 2023 Senior and what an amazing session it My last 2023 Senior and what an amazing session it was. Kenzie brought her A-game and crushed this session. I absolutely LOVE her family and they were all there helping to make the day perfect! ❤️. I literally just uploaded her pics and this one one of the first ones that hit my screen, so I had to edit and post a sneak before the end of today. 😄. Sooooo many gorgeous pics. •
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So many gorgeous images from this session. Just a So many gorgeous images from this session. Just a few more of some of my favorites.❤️. •
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OK Nevan, we see you and yes, you look like a mode OK Nevan, we see you and yes, you look like a model ❤️ 😁I love it when some seniors show up and don’t even know they have this inner model dwelling inside of them🙃. Nevan is hilarious and has the most fun spirit. Loved having him in front of my camera.
Love so many images from Lauren’s session. I mig Love so many images from Lauren’s session. I might have to steal this dress and flee to Europe! 🙊. She’ll never notice 😂•
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Golden hour with a gorgeous Senior….ahhhh, my ha Golden hour with a gorgeous Senior….ahhhh, my happy place 💛. @makayla_thinger is usually in soccer cleats and a ponytail. I’d say she cleans up really well 🥰😜. Simply stunning and the sweetest soul ever. Can’t wait to see her continue her soccer journey in Ohio. Go Makky! •
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