Guidance and Counseling Services, CVSU Trece

September is 𝑺𝒖𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒅𝒆 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒉. 🎗

We continue to shine light on hope, compassion, support and healing. 🌿
Together, we honor those we’ve lost, uplift those who struggle, and remind everyone that help and hope are always within reach. 🫂💙

You matter. Your story matters.
You are loved, you are valued, and you are enough—always. ✨

✨ 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗙 𝗗𝗔𝗜𝗟𝗬 𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦! ✨
Words have the power to uplift, inspire, and transform our mindset!

To help you practice your daily affirmations, here is a simple yet powerful activity to boost positivity:
🫙 Make a 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗤𝘂𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗝𝗮𝗿:
1️⃣ Grab a jar, box, or envelope.
2️⃣ Write down uplifting affirmations, inspiring quotes, or kind words on small pieces of paper.
3️⃣ Fill your jar and pick one whenever you need a boost! 💛

🌱 Practicing daily affirmations helps build confidence, resilience, and a positive mindset. Try it with friends, family, or just for yourself!



📝🎨 Katrina Anne S. Nacisvalencia

✨ 𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗘𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴! ✨

𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 is a simple yet effective way to sort out and understand your emotions and 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲! By taking a few minutes each day to reflect and write down your thoughts, you can enhance self-awareness, manage stress, and gain clarity 🧘

📝 You can try 𝗗𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘁𝘀 to get you started, like:
• What made me smile today?
• How did I handle a challenging situation?
• What emotions am I experiencing right now?

💡 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴:
• Imagine a scenario, like plans being canceled at the last minute. How would you feel?
• Reflect on how you typically respond and explore healthier ways to manage your emotions.

😊 Use 𝗘𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 for deeper reflection:
• Identify your current mood using emoticons or emojis.
• Write about why you feel this way and what might improve your mood.

Journaling is a 𝗷𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁-𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗲 for self-expression and growth. By consistently tracking your emotional patterns, you will 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 and resilience 💪

Start your journaling journey today! ✍️



📝🎨 Katrina Anne S. Nacisvalencia

Taking care of yourself is not selfish—it is necessary 💙✨ If you are feeling overwhelmed, this 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 can help you take small but meaningful steps toward feeling better 🌿 Remember, you are stronger than you think 🫂💛

🔍 Scan the QR code to save and print this checklist for when you need a gentle reminder to take care of yourself 💖

Source: https://tosavealife.com/mental-health/for-when-youre-actually-not-okay-a-self-care-printable/



📝🎨 Katrina Anne S. Nacisvalencia

In honor of 𝓦𝓸𝓶𝓮𝓷'𝓼 𝓜𝓸𝓷𝓽𝓱, we would want to remind all of the strong and independent women out there that you too deserve time to relax and prioritize your mental health. To help all the amazing women out there to become more 𝗲𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 and have happier and more balanced lives, here are some mental health advice for them 🧠⊹🫀👭:

① 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 is the first step toward mastering the other components of emotional intelligence, like self-regulation and empathy. It is the cornerstone of emotional intelligence and individual development. When you are self-aware, you can manage life with honesty and purpose because you understand your feelings, values, and motives.

② To 𝗲𝗻𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, practice habits like pause and reflection, mindfulness, setting clear goals, developing healthy coping mechanisms, and challenging negative thoughts. These techniques help manage emotional fluctuations, prevent impulsive actions, maintain focus, channel stress into positive activities, and challenge negative thoughts to improve emotional control and decision-making.

③ 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆 is like a muscle; the more you practice it, the better you will get! Empathy is crucial because it lays the groundwork for compassion, understanding, and human connection. It enables us to empathize with others, acknowledge their difficulties, and react kindly. Essentially, empathy encourages us to care for one another, which improves the planet.



📝 Trisha Anne G. Importado
🎨 Katrina Anne S. Nacisvalencia & Trisha Anne G. Importado

In celebration of 𝓦𝓸𝓶𝓮𝓷'𝓼 𝓜𝓸𝓷𝓽𝓱, we would like to remind all of the strong and independent women out there that you too deserve to decompress and put your mental health first. Here are some tips for mental health that will assist all the wonderful women out there to have better, more balanced lives and provide 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 to others 🧠⊹ 👭ִ໋🌷͙֒₊˚*ੈ♡⸝⸝🪐༘⋆:

➀ Social support plays a vital role in maintaining both mental and physical well-being. It provides a sense of belonging, emotional comfort, and practical assistance during challenging times. 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 helps reduce feelings of isolation, alleviates stress, and fosters resilience.

② 𝗚𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 can be very effective and gratifying. You may connect with people who share your hobbies and make a significant contribution. Whether you are supporting environmental conservation, social justice, or local communities, your actions can have a significant impact.

③ In order to promote equality, empowerment, and mutual development in society, it is imperative that 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿. When women support one another, barriers are broken and stereotypes are challenged, leading to a positive change cascade. Simple acts of support can include congratulating another woman on her accomplishments, promoting equitable policies, or providing mentorship. The impetus for change grows with each little move.



📝 Trisha Anne G. Importado
🎨 Katrina Anne S. Nacisvalencia

As we commemorate 𝓦𝓸𝓶𝓮𝓷'𝓼 𝓜𝓸𝓷𝓽𝓱, a reminder to all the strong and independent women out there that you too need and deserve to rest and must prioritize your mental health.

So here are our mental healthcare tips to all the wonder women there to improve psychological well-being and to have a happier and more balanced life 🧠⊹ ࣪ ˖🧘🏼‍♀️🪷🧿🍃:

① To 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭-𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞, means to accept that caring for oneself is not selfish but necessary. Rethinking self-care means viewing it as an investment in your health. You are more able to assist others and manage obligations when you are at your peak.

② 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐤 are a powerful combination. Gratitude cultivates an optimistic outlook that supports positive and helpful self-talk. Begin with small gestures, such as making a list of three things for which you are grateful or turning self-criticism into positive reinforcement. You can change your perspective on life by engaging in either activity.

③ 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐡𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡: There is a strong correlation between mental and physical health. Reduced chances of chronic illnesses and improved general health are two benefits of having a healthy psychological well-being.



📝 Trisha Anne G. Importado
🎨 Katrina Anne S. Nacisvalencia

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