Mental health struggles affect millions of people, yet one of the most powerful tools for healing often goes overlooked: the simple act of establishing daily routines. While therapy, medication, and spiritual practices play vital roles in mental wellness, research consistently shows that structured daily habits can significantly improve mood, reduce anxiety, and foster emotional stability.

Let’s talk about social media for a minute. Every now and then I need the reminder that social media is everyone’s “highlight reel” and nowhere close to real life. It’s so easy to get caught up scrolling through your newsfeed consciously or subconsciously creating our own opinions of ourselves and maybe even seeing how we measure up to others.

What are some steps we can take to evaluate the impact of social media on our lives?