Elections can bring a range of emotions and stress, and finding ways to support mental well-being during this time is crucial. Whether you’re looking for calming mindfulness practices, helpful affirmations, or stress management tips, these resources offer a variety of ways to stay grounded and navigate post-election feelings. We’ve gathered tools, including audio guides, affirmations, and support services, to help manage political stress and cultivate a sense of balance. Explore the options below and find what works best for you or your community:

• NASW-MA Post-Election Toolkit
• Affirmations For Political Anxiety With Kerry - Skylight   
• 11 Affirmations To Help Ease Your Election Anxiety (theodysseyonline.com)
• Four Tips for Managing Election Stress | University of Utah Health
• Election Stress Handout for Fall 2024 retreat (lafayette.edu)
• How To Cope With Election Anxiety | Text ELECTION to 741741 (crisistextline.org)
• Microsoft Word - CARELINK Political stress (uw.edu)

To view NASW's statement on Donald Trump's presidential victory, please click here.