Taking just a small amount of time at the beginning of the day to gather your thoughts, lay out a plan, and set small goals can make a major difference as you strive for a more sound body and mind.

Recently, 25-year-old singer Gracie Abrams told us how she has been navigating the world since a young age by finding time, no matter how limited, to focus solely on herself and clearing her headspace.

“Honestly, I feel like this just comes with being an adult more so now,” Gracie tells us, but it has been little things, “like waking up really early and making sure I actually do have time for myself before the day starts,” that has been a “huge” driving force for her.

“I've been waking up early and going on walks in the morning outside, that's been big,” she adds. “That, in most instances, can be done anywhere with any amount of time,” Gracie says. “That's my current advice.”

Another “massively important” tool Abrams has kept handy, has been writing down her thoughts as a way to keep her well-being in check. “I've always journaled,” she admits. “That has always felt like my instinct when I have been in periods of feeling like I've needed to regulate my mental health a bit more.”

Audacy's I’m Listening initiative aims to encourage those who are dealing with mental health issues to understand they are not alone. If you or anyone you know is struggling with depression or anxiety, know that someone is always there. Additionally, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 988. Find a full list of additional resources here.

Words by Joe Cingrana