Mental Well-being: Tips from Heart Disease and Stroke Survivors

For most women, life is a constant balancing act: jobs, kids, social plans, grocery shopping, appointments, chores, managing finances and more. To-do lists can often seem endless. But what about physical activity? Healthy meal planning? Meditating? Getting enough sleep? Do any of those make it on your daily checklists?

It’s important that your wellness — which includes your physical and mental health — not only be on your to-do list but also is a top priority. Growing research shows that poor mental health can contribute to the risk of heart disease and can be associated with unhealthy behaviors such as smoking, being physically inactive and not eating well.

Overall wellness contributes to a healthier, happier and more fulfilling life. That’s why it's so important that women take care of their health — both physically and mentally. Learn how the members of our 2023 Real Women Class of Survivors, everyday women - just like you, prioritize their mental well-being.