Creating Mental Guard Rails: Your Path to Better Mental Health
Guard rails are a means to prevent or deter access to dangerous or off-limits areas. The most common of these are the guard rails we see on the high ways to prevent us from veering off the road and limiting damage during an accident. Our mental health is a progress, a road if you will, and without guard rails we run the risk of driving off the mental health road.
Ever thought about how guard rails on highways keep us safe? In this episode of 'The Better Mental Health Show', Dr. Christopher Fasano likens these physical barriers to mental guard rails that can protect our mental well-being. Just like those metal barriers prevent cars from veering off the road, mental guard rails can keep our minds from spiraling into dangerous or unhealthy territories. But how do we set these up? Dr.
Fasano dives into practical steps you can take to build these protective measures in your daily life. Whether it's through regular therapy sessions, mindful breathing exercises, or simply taking a moment to check in with yourself, these small actions can make a big difference. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to proactively manage their mental health and stay on a steady path.
Perfect for busy parents, young adults, or anyone juggling life's many demands, this episode offers relatable advice in an easy-to-understand format. Tune in and discover how you can create your own mental guard rails and navigate life's twists and turns with greater ease.