Those of us who are blessed with depression or any mental health issues are really being tested at a time like now. Covid-19 threw a wrench in our mental game that we were not ready for. Even some of those with healthy and strong mental health have been affected lately by the change in daily routines, the economy, health and well-being. To add gasoline to the dumpster fire we have also all been working together and staying indoors to get rid of this awful virus which has clearly added more stress to our lives. I consider myself a home-body but damnit I need some freedom! I imagine every single one of us is ready to bust through our walls like the Kool-Aid man.

So how are you keeping your mental health strong? Have any suggestions or pointers?

Personally I am surprised by the strength of my mental health right now. I normally don’t do well with change and the last few months all of our lives have been impacted and have changed dramatically. I tend to pace my tiny apartment a lot, I’m averaging 19,000 steps a day. I think keeping my legs moving is helping me keep my mind off of things. Doing the show from a super small closet is insanely difficult for me. I am a ball of energy and even at 4AM I can’t hold still. Brian, has been doing an awesome job of letting me know when I have a few minutes so I can leave the closet, stretch my legs and get some fresh air. I have the coolest job in the world and would do if from a dog cage if that’s what it took but I do miss being in the studio.

I see a lot of support for people’s health and it’s awesome to see the world come together and show compassion for each other. But one thing I’m not seeing a lot of is support for mental health. Let’s do our part. If you know someone who is ‘blessed’ with mental health struggles, reach out! Say hi. FaceTime that person. See their smile, give them a smile!

We keep saying “we’re in this together” but let’s really be in this together by doing something.

Love ya’ll! I hope everyone is doing well and can’t wait to see everyone faces in person soon.

Air hugs!

-Justin