After a year like 2020, we’re all feeling the pressure to go into 2021 with our best foot forward,

and prioritizing our mental health is an important step in that process. While everyone’s life and

needs are unique and require a personalized path to healing, recovery, fulfillment, or success,

our expertise has also shown us patterns in how each generation faces its personal challenges.

Keep reading as we overview the mental health challenges and opportunities that your

generation may meet this year and the practices you can consider to help make 2021 your best

year yet. Think of it as your mental health horoscope.

Gen X:

To those of us in Generation X, it can seem like the world is changing rapidly around us, maybe

even spinning out of our control. This year, it’s going to be important to approach all of your

relationships and endeavors with thoughtful communication. Introducing daily mindfulness

habits, like meditation, can be a great way to get ahead of those spiraling feelings and keep

your focus on what’s important: the people and activities you love.

Millennials:

Millennials are making big changes this year. Whether you’re getting that big promotion, starting

a family, or getting down on one knee, progress is in the air. This year, it’s time to finally put

some serious thought into getting back into counseling or starting counseling with your partner,

as well as work on building a support network who will have your back through the challenges

ahead.

Gen Z:

The first few members of Gen Z are transitioning into adulthood, while the majority of this

generation still finds themself in their teens, tackling high school, college, and all of the stress

that comes along with this future-planning. For this generation, establishing habits of self-love

and self-care, including learning to set and maintain boundaries, are more crucial than ever in

2021.

Like your Generation X counterparts, daily mindfulness practices like journaling and meditation

can help Generation Z stay on top of a challenging schedule or mitigate fluctuating emotions.

These habits can continue to provide release and mindfulness throughout your life, as they will

always grow with you!

Learn more about how WellMinded Counseling’s many different services can help you transform

your 2021 on our website, and follow us on social media for more quick tips and community to

supplement your mental health journey.