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Gentle starting points for emotional well-being, reflection, connection, and support while building an independent life.

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Health

Practical guidance for supporting health and well-being while living independently.

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Make room for your inner life

Mental health is part of daily life. Small habits around rest, boundaries, community, and self-awareness can make independent living feel more grounded.

Build steady routines that protect rest and reflection

Notice patterns in stress, loneliness, energy, and connection

Know when support from trusted people or professionals could help

Resources

Helpful resources

Use these public mental health resources when you need support options or general information.

SAMHSA find help

Federal treatment referral, support, and crisis resources for mental health, substance use, and recovery.

Visit samhsa.gov

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 for support during a mental health, substance use, or suicidal crisis in the United States.

Learn about 988

Videos

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YouTube videos selected by the Thriving Solo authors for helpful ideas, practical education, and thoughtful perspectives.

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Posted on Thriving Solo Aug 7, 2026

Try 4 tbsp per day and you will be shocked

By Dr. Boz (Annette Bosworth, MD)

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Retirement

Support your health through retirement

Plan for routines that support sleep, movement, preventive care, social connection, and emotional well-being. A flexible weekly rhythm can make the transition into retirement feel more grounded.

AARP retirement resources

Retirement information, planning tools, and practical guidance for navigating finances, health, work, and life after retirement.

Visit aarp.org

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