Wellness Corner
Wellness is the act of practicing healthy habits daily to attain better physical and emotional/social outcomes. Here you can find social/emotional health information & resources, coping techniques, and encouragement. If you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, angry, sad, or helpless, please know that you are not alone. If you are struggling, reach out to someone or use the resources below to find the support you need.
Mindfulness Exercises
Use mindful exercises to take your mind off uncomfortable thoughts and feelings.
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Count backwards from 100 by 7.
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Pick up an object and describe it in detail. Describe its color, texture, size, weight, scent, and any other qualities you notice.
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Spell your full name and the names of three other people backwards.
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Think of an object and “draw” it in your mind, or in the air with your finger. Try drawing your home, a vehicle, or an animal.
Body Awareness Exercises
The body awareness technique will bring you into the here-and-now by directing your focus to sensations in the body.
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Take 5 long, deep breaths through your nose, and exhale through puckered lips.
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Place both feet flat on the floor. Wiggle your toes. Curl and uncurl your toes several times. Spend a moment noticing the sensations in your feet.
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Clench your hands into fists, then release the tension. Repeat this 5 times.
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Reach your hands over your head like you’re trying to reach the sky. Stretch like this for 5 seconds. Bring your arms down and let them relax at your sides.
NYC Well Hotline
NYC Well offers free-confidential-24/7 support for problems like stress, depression, anxiety, and drug or alcohol use. NYC Well services include: counselors who will respond without judgment; connection to suicide prevention, crisis counseling, and emotional support for you or someone you care about.
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Talk: 1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355)
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For Relay Service for Deaf/Hard of Hearing: Call 711
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Text WELL to 65173
Suicide Prevention
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Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)
Crisis Text Line:
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Text HOME to 741741
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Call or Text 988
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Chat: Now @ 988lifeline.org/chat/
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Find Services @ nyc.gov/988