[Everglow.]

For me, looking for things I'm grateful for etc doesn't always work because I feel like that way, I can't justify how I feel in the moment. I'm trying to make more of an effort to acknowledge how I feel and allow myself to feel it without criticising myself too much for it. Self-care includes kindness to yourself and I think many people, myself included, really struggle to remember that when things are hard.

Otherwise, trying to not isolate myself is something I try to do as well. I usually try to talk to my friends, even if it's just a distraction, so that at least I'm not on my own and I have company for a while. If I'm not in a good place, suggesting something like a walk can be helpful too as the fresh air is beneficial. But mostly, simple things keep me grounded and busy. Playing some games with friends, a quiz, watching a feel-good movie or TV show.

I also find self care is really helpful too. For me, this involves a long, hot shower, and a facemask, a skincare routine, and just feeling fresher and more well put together. I always end up feeling slightly more productive because of that, even though in reality I haven't done much, but it helps me to feel like I can function still.