No matter who you are, everyone needs emotional support from time to time. Even if you’re sure you’re doing great, none of us can get by without help from time to time.

That’s the beauty of being alive. Having things to live for, something to look forward to. People to rely on when you have a tough time. Hobbies that make you feel happy.

In recent times, we’ve been spending more time at home than ever. Venturing out can seem a bit anxiety-inducing to many of us. So it’s essential to have a few ways to get the emotional support you need right from the comfort of your own home.

1. Online Therapy

With everything moving to an online option, therapy is up with the times. There are many options when it comes to mental health help online.

For starters, you have many therapists that are now accepting appointments through Zoom. All you have to do is find one in your area and video chat with them to get the therapy you need.

There are also plenty of therapy apps out there too. These are very affordable options that allow you access to help 24/7. You can text a mental health professional any time of the day, so you don’t have to worry about not getting help when you’re in a crisis.

2. Mood-Boosting Supplements

An easy, inexpensive way to keep your moods in check is to take an all-natural supplement. These come loaded with a concoction of different herbs, amino acids, and vitamins to help you regulate your moods. 

Sometimes the best emotional support you can get is the kind that mother nature has to offer.

3. An Emotional Support Animal

Emotional support animals are named that for a reason. If you’ve been craving companionship, now’s a better time than ever to pick up a furry friend from your local shelter or rescue.

You can quickly get your pet to become a verified emotional support animal with an online form. 

Even if you don’t get them registered to be a certified emotional support animal, a pet can provide love and companionship that is sure to boost your mood. 

Did we mention that petting animals release feel-good chemicals into your brain? Is that even surprising?

4. Start a Daily Journal

If you have many feelings and thoughts that you need to get out, start journaling daily. Set a timer for 10-20 minutes and write down everything that comes to mind.

It can be an excellent release to express yourself unfiltered with no judgment. Sometimes you need to have things written out because you can’t keep it all in every day.

This can also be an excellent way to process your thoughts and feelings. It can be hard to organize your ideas in your head. Writing them down gives you a tangible way to look at and analyze how you feel.

5. Unplug

When we spend so much time each day on our phones on social media, we’re bound to feel bad. That’s because when you see someone’s social media page, you see their highlight reel.

If checking your phone constantly leaves you feeling worse about your situation, unplug it. Have time set aside each day to not check your phone or computer? Sit with your thoughts. Take a walk. Play outside. Just take a break from the tech.

Do What You Need to Do In the Comfort of Your Own Home

We can’t always find the time and energy to see a friend for emotional support. You can find ways to get emotional support from your own home.