As part of an effort to remove the stigma affiliated with mental health issues, the women-owned text company, Shine, is calling out for a national mental health break.

At 3:00PM today, they suggest we all take this time to practice some form of self care. Employers, entrepreneurs, and coaches can choose to take this opportunity and speak to your employees and/or athletes about self-care and resources for mental health issues. You could also consider a group meditation or conversation around mindfulness.

Kevin Love is one of the athletes that have been outspoken about mental health and taking care of yourself.

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There is a tremendous amount of physical stress placed on athletes so it is vital we consider how that affects their mental health. Although I firmly believe that physical exercise and being a part of a team is an incredible asset to brain health, the extreme should be considered. We can place just as much importance on mental strength and conditioning as we do on physical. Including an opportunity for athletes to discuss and practice self care requires encouragement from leaders within any organization.

It is my hope that you take advantage of this mental health break today and the days that follow. I am encouraged that this initiative will lead to more open conversations about the importance of mental health breaks and resources. I am personally scheduled at 3pm today to use the nap pod in my well certified collaborative workspace for 20 minutes at The Ring.

Research indicates that short daytime naps hold benefits for employees and employers. Naps offer improved working memory, better performance, reduced anxiety and depression. This can ultimately be applied to all of our women in sports too. The self-care mindset leads to achieving lasting success.

Bravo Naomi Hirabayashi and Marah Lidey of Shine, we are following your lead today.

Sharon Fekete
Sharon Fekete is the Founder of The Doctor Whisperer and has been whispering strategies to physicians for almost 20 years. She works with doctors from Tampa Bay to NY and beyond. Sharon enjoys speaking to physician practices and medical schools about the importance of hospitality in healthcare, hiring a dream team, marketing to thrive, and all things wellness. Known to deliver strong and truthful realities to doctors about what to expect as a business owner after medical school. She speaks at conferences, on many panels, and believes firmly in the power of gratitude and helping others! Sharon has been featured on the HSN “A Healthy You” and is the former Health & Wellness Editor of duPont REGISTRY Tampa Bay. She loves to report on all things wellness in our community and highlights the latest healthcare trends. As a firm believer in advocating toward improved mental health, she gets involved in her community & speaks of her own previous struggles and journey to overcome adversity. Currently sits on the Board of Largo Parks and Rec, the planning committee for “Playing Unplugged, Just What the Doctor Ordered”, current contributor with Sports As Told By a Girl. In her spare time she enjoys being the Co-Founder of www.13thAveMedia.com and biking over bridges along the Gulf of Mexico!

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