May 16: Take a break from the screen! Get up, stretch, drink some water, do a bit of exercise to get your blood pumping - this will improve not only your physical health, but it can also lift your mood.
May 17: As we begin to see that Washington state is getting busier again, please remember to follow health precautions, like washing your hands and staying inside if you feel sick.
May 18: As AP testing continues, remember to take time for yourself to recharge and make sure that you don’t stress yourself too much.
May 19: If you see someone struggling, make sure to reach out to them and ask them if they are doing alright. Just asking someone how their day is can change their day for the better.
May 20: Remember to stay in contact with your friends - because we are so far into quarantine, we may forget to check up on people that you haven’t talked to for a while, but it is important to show the people who care about you that you appreciate them as well.
May 21: Take a moment to contact your teachers - they do truly care about you, and many of them are teachers because they love working with students. They are happy to hear from you!
May 22: Take some time to reflect on how this experience has impacted you - make a video, write a song, make a drawing, or do a journal entry to get those feelings out!
May 23: If you need help with anything related to mental health, you are able to DM this page, and we will provide you with support and resources.
May 24: Setting manageable goals is one good way to keep yourself motivated and active during this time - the accomplishment that you feel from achieving what you set out to do brings confidence and increased self-esteem.
May 25: If possible, set aside some time each day to reflect upon how you are doing mentally and emotionally - take stock of your feelings, and if you think it’s time to reach out to someone for help, FHS MESS Club is always here for you.
May 26: Take this time to get ahead in planning for the future - it’s good to research how things have changed in regards to college applications or other career plans after high school. Being informed and prepared eases stress and uncertainty.
May 27: Take some time to bond with those you care about. Here are some ideas: go outside and do sports with your siblings, take some time to sit down and talk with your parents, text or video call your friends, call your relatives, email your teachers, etc.
May 28: Keep in mind that the time that we are living in is strange and unusual, so remember to be kind to yourself.
May 29: Set aside some time each day to do something that calms you down and gets you in a positive headspace. This could be listening to music, exercising, cooking or baking something, drawing, writing, meditating, etc.
May 30: Your emotions are valid, and you will come out of this experience stronger!
