ESRpodcast

Emotional Self-Reliance

ESRpodcast

  • 9: Developing your Action Plan for early warning signs (Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)-Part 4)

9: Developing your Action Plan for early warning signs (Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)-Part 4)

Wednesday 27th February 2019

Learn to spot early mental health warning signs and develop your Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) with Sarah Price Hancock.
39 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
Educational

About this podcast

Emotional Self-Reliance
Author:
ESRpodcast
Overview:
Categories:
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Mindful Recovery
Stigma & Social Perspectives
Financial Health in Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
10 (View all)
Rounded Button Dark
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Spotting the Signs: Crafting Your Wellness Recovery Action Plan

So many of us just constantly keep our foot on the gas pedal and our nose to the grindstone that we forget that, as humans, our bodies and our minds need to relax, need to breathe, need to take a step back and need to just exist, because if we don't take time to sharpen our saw, we are going to burn out.
Sarah Price Hancock dives into a crucial topic in this episode of Emotional Self-Reliance: recognizing the early warning signs of mental illness and creating a Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP). Sarah starts off by sharing her experience as a guest on the Latter-day Lives Podcast, where she found a new level of confidence in expressing herself. This personal anecdote sets the stage for a deeper discussion on mental health management.
Sarah emphasizes the importance of being vigilant about early warning signs. She shares her own journey of identifying these signs and taking action before things spiral out of control. The episode is packed with practical advice, including tips on self-care, stress management, and the role of diet in mental health. Sarah suggests listeners take note of their food intake over the past few days, as it can sometimes be a trigger for mental distress.
The episode also delves into creating an effective WRAP. Sarah explains how to develop a plan that includes recognizing early warning signs, creating crisis plans, and establishing daily routines to maintain emotional balance. She encourages listeners to share their WRAP with loved ones, making it a collective effort to support mental well-being. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to take proactive steps in managing their mental health.
Sarah's compassionate and relatable approach makes complex topics accessible, offering listeners the tools they need to build their own action plans.