Commitment to Mental Health

Improving mental health as nurse for myself and my patients

As a senior nursing student, I recognize the importance of maintaining my mental and emotional well-being. I commit to managing my stress by staying organized, setting realistic goals, prioritizing self-care, and seeking support when needed. By taking small, intentional steps each day, I aim to stay balanced and focused as I complete my final year.

Is there truly a perfect balance ?

I think being free to express oneself only allows for cohesiveness, collaboration and better Patient outcomes along with a positive work Environment and job satisfaction.

While in my last semester of nursing school I implemented a foot detox soak that provides a holistic experience and non toxic treatment to get the heavy metals and toxins out of my body in preparation of my capstone starting. Going from being in a classroom every week to being on night shift 3 days a week for 12 hours I wanted to make sure my body was prepared ...

Working while going to school full time can be really tough on your mental health! I used to always love reading to destress but since being in school it has been hard for me to find time to read anything other than my textbooks. I will commit to reading at least once a week while finishing school and continuing into my future nursing practice.

I am committing to spending more time on my mental health as I finish nursing school. I spend more time to stop and relax. Making sure to take the time and relax and invest in myself to be rested and in the right mind space before going into healthcare and helping other people.

Despite how busy my schedule might become, I want to read/pray each day as a student nurse and as a future nurse. This commitment will not always be easy, but it is my goal as a future nurse and most importantly, a Christian. Reading my Bible/praying each day will be beneficial for both my mental and spiritual health.

With the demands of nursing school and the added challenge of night shifts, finding time for myself has become more difficult. However, I'm making it a priority to do at least one thing each week that lifts my spirits and brings me joy. Even something as simple as sitting outside with a good book can make a big difference for me!

Working night shifts can be very draining and exhausting. We tend to miss out on all the fun things happening during the day time since we must sleep during the day. I commit to doing something fun at least 2 times each week even when I am working shifts!

As a student nurse who is about to graduate, I think it is important that I have my mental and spiritual life in check. I am committing myself to building up my spiritual life by being in the Word each morning.

"I will go out to the creek every week to feed the ducks. This time spent in nature will help me relax, reduce stress, and enhance my mental well-being through mindfulness and connection with the environment."

As a student nurse, I easily get caught up in school work and spend less time doing things I love. Hiking and spending time outdoors have always been something I enjoy and help reset my mind after a long week. I am committed to taking time outside of school and clinical to go on a hike and do something that cleanses my mind and promotes my mental health.

I commit to trying to balance work life, personal life, and school life. In order to overcome fear, anxiety, and feelings of being overwhelmed. I commit to taking action before fear or anxiety can overtake my thoughts.

I commit to work on my mental health by taking control of my anxious thoughts.

I plan to find effective ways to balance my life so I am able to meet the demands of work and my personal life without feeling overwhelmed. . Eating healthier, getting more exercise and more sleep will be my starting point.

I like to take a few minutes and go on a walk, even if its just up and down the block to breathe and watch the sunset. It reminds me that no matter what, the night will come, and tomorrow will be a new day.

As a nursing student, I tend to get caught up with assignments and their due date and forget to make time for myself and my mental health. I commit to spending more time with my family and friends.

Working in the mental health field can be draining and in return cause someone to neglect their own mental health. I commit to at least once a week getting dinner with a family member to promote self care.

Throughout nursing school I have picked up reading, it has been a great stress reliever and when I don't read I notice an increase in my stress level. I am committing to reading at least one chapter in my book daily so I can take the time for myself and prioritize my mental well being.

I am committing to prioritizing rest and spiritual wellbeing as a nurse. This means taking time to pray, read my Bible, and spend time in silence and solitude before and after my shifts. Taking a few moments to breath and pray after I finish a shift allows me to leave the stress and anxiety of the last 12 hours at the hospital and takes a weight off my ...

I commit to nurturing my mental well-being by prioritizing rest and quality time with my family. I will dedicate intentional moments each week for connection, laughter, and relaxation with my loved ones, free from distractions. By ensuring I take time to recharge, I can show up as my best self, stronger, happier, and more present for my family and ...

A commitment I have tried to uphold and will continue to is when I am feeling overwhelmed or anxious, to pause and take a walk. This can be anywhere from a loop around the building or an evening walk with friends. Any time, any length. It always helps me clear my mind and reset my anxious thoughts!

I commit to acknowledging one thing I am grateful for each day as I prepare for the day. I will pray before each shift to see each patient through God's eyes, as each pt. is His child as well.

To improve my mental health and give myself an outlet for self expression, I commit to finishing a creative project biweekly. This can include activities like sewing, jewelry making, creating collages, and painting! By doing this, I hope to give myself time to unwind and practice mindfulness. :)

I am just learning how important it is to care for your own mental health.

I commit to find time for my hobbies to help me with my mental health. Hobbies allow me to clear my head and take a refreshed breath. I enjoy training with my dog and we recently started doing agility training. Not only does this help me with my mental health but it also allows me to fit in some physical activity that I don't dread or have to convince myself to do. ...

Devotional prayers before work Let go of being on all committees Recognize when mental health time off is needed Schedule time to reflect and quiet mind Deb Stuart OR nurse

Nursing school often causes a lot of stress for me and raises my anxiety , and with being in school many years I can sometimes feel unmotivated and often burnt out . I tend to forget to take time for myself to relax and do things I  enjoy which I feel contributes to feeling stressed or anxious. I commit to prioritizing my mental health by taking at least one day a ...

As some know, nursing school has been pretty chaotic for me since it all began. My commitment throughout this journey and further, as a relatively new single mom has been based on my children. However, taking care of them must mean taking care of me first. I have learned that prioritizing my mental health and wellness is essential in caring for those most ...

During the semester, I tend to get so wrapped up in school and stress that I forget to have fun and relax. I commit to engaging in fun activities and continuously seeking out opportunities for little adventures to add some fun back into life and help ease the stress of school. 

I commit to prioritizing my mental health by reading at least a book a week. I love to read all different kinds of genres of books and poetry and I love sitting down and finishing good writing. It is a plus if I have the time and ability to read them in a bath. I know that school and work are two of my biggest stressors and making sure that I am taking care of myself ...

I commit to coloring for at least 10 minutes once a week as a means of relaxing. Nursing school is a program that often causes me large amounts of stress and I have found that coloring is something that distresses me. 

Committing to my mental health means being kind to myself and not stressing over things I cannot control. It is important to think of progress, not perfection. Being a new grad nurse, I have learned not to put too much pressure on myself. I have found healthy outlets outside of work that I will do more of such as journaling and coloring. 

I am making a commitment to my mental health and well-being, as well as the mental health and well-being of others (including my coworkers and patients). I believe mental health is important and truly impacts our health outcomes. Ways I will be committing to my mental health is by taking breaks, deep breaths, and surrounding myself with loved ones ...

I have finally passed my ANCC Psychiatric Mental Health NUrsing Test today. It took months of blood sweat and tears, but I learned so much with all the reviews I did. It is important to put your mind and heart to it. Also the support of people like family. Thank God for this day! ALways remember to always maintain a healthy mind, body and spirit!

I am making a personal commitment that I will draw or color at least once a week as a form of relaxation. I need to find ways to better relax my mind after being stress from nursing school. I feel that coloring and drawing will help at least give me something pretty and fun to do in the mean time! I have always thought that someway of creativity would be a great way ...

I commit to spending quality time with this sweet girl everyday.  Being with my animals (all of them) helps me clear my mind and relax.

I commit to reading at least 40 pages of a book a day because it allows me to relax and takes me mind off the stressors I have dealt with during the day. 

I commit to making sure I am making time to take care of my mental health as I transition from being a student nurse to a new graduate. 

I commit to working to maintain a healthy work-life balance as a new graduate nurse to avoid burnout and excessive mental/physical fatigue by limiting overtime and extra shift coverage. I plan to spend my available time off participating in exercise, visiting family and friends, and traveling when possible. I will also utilize provided debriefs and ...

I commit to read thirty minutes a day for at least five days a week to alleviate stress because I know reading helps my mental health.

I commit to telling my support group when I am struggling instead of allowing myself to suffer in silence. I also want to make better efforts at making plans instead of others making them for me.

I commit to consistently take my medications every day. I also commit to spend time with my sister and my friends whenever I can because I know that quality time with them is always beneficial and helps me avoid isolating.

Prioritizing mental health by going on evening walks

I have been dealing with depression with SI for 20+ years.  I love to read and sew, I must push myself to do something I enjoy hand stitching like appliqueing with wool. I also journal and write letters to family and friends.  I never send the letters, I either keep them or burn them.  For those that are dealing with depression how do you deal with the bad days?

My commitment is to set aside time for my family, friends and dog to alleviate stress, relax, and just have fun. I enjoy trying out new restaurants with my friends and taking my dog on car rides.

I am committing to writing in a journal for at least 30 minutes daily. I will jornal about my anxieties and worries as well as the good things going on in my life. In doing this, I will create a healthy outlet to release my stress and allow myself to express my emotions freely. I will also ensure that during these times I will have my phone off and put away to ...

I commit to reading for at least 30 minutes daily to reduce stress and relax.