Former U.S. congressman (D-Rhode Island) and founder of DontDenyMe.org

I spend a lot of time on the road, fighting for parity and equal access to care for those with mental-health and substance-use disorders. In addition to medication, exercise is critical for managing my mental health and long-term recovery from addiction. No matter where I go, I try to arrange access to a lap pool or a gym.

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I do my emotional homework when Im brushing my teeth in the morning and at night. Why did I react to my boss in this way? Why did I react to my boyfriend asking for my phone? I ask myself, Why did I feel this way? So that I can figure it out and heal from it. Thats the moment when I can do it, when Im brushing my teeth. Nobodys in the bathroom with me. The kids arent around. Its my moment.

Former wide receiver, New York Giants

I wake up and meditate for 20 to 30 minutes every morning, sometimes twice a day if my schedule allows it. Id been accustomed to waking up and immediately grabbing my phone and checking my messages and Instagram. Id overload my brain. Now that I meditate, if something negative happens during my day, Im more resolved. I can dissect the problem for what it is and not be so reactionary in the moment.

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"Journaling and taking trips to places around town by myself #IsMyTherapy -just General Tso, @_greenblanket_

2 minute deep breathing in silence 3 times a day. Its harder than it sounds. #IsMyTherapy -Ryan B, @RBgo_ski

Lamictal #IsMyTherapy and so is Lexapro. Theyve helped me stay steady, consistent, and unafraid. #storeboughtneurotransmitters are fine. -Fitness As Philanthropy, @AsPhilanthropy