Stay Grounded and Prepared: Your Election Week Guide.

It has been a long time coming, but it is finally that time, the 2024 Presidential Election is here. With recent campaigning, candidates debating and voicing different opinions, tomorrow is the day to stand for your own opinion. We know this time of year can be stressful, and with an election year stress can be higher than usual.

With the election this week, prioritizing your mental well-being is essential. PACO Collective is committed to supporting communities during the 2024 election season, encouraging participation while promoting self-care.

Check out the five ways below you can stay prepared and support yourself and others this election week:

1. ?Check In with Your Voting Plan – Ensure you have everything ready, like knowing your polling place, required identification, and transportation. A last-minute check can make all the difference.
2. Stay Grounded with Self-Care Routines – Engage in relaxing activities to maintain a sense of calm, such as listening to music, practicing deep breathing, or journaling.
3. Connect and Check In with Loved Ones – Reach out to friends or family to remind them about voting and offer emotional support. These simple connections can help reduce stress for everyone.
4. Set Up Election Day Boundaries – Plan moments to step away from news and social media to avoid feeling overwhelmed. Select specific times to get updates and maintain balance throughout the day.
5. Promote Encouragement Online – Use your voice on social media to motivate others to vote and emphasize the importance of self-care. Share resources and positive reminders.?

Remember to get out there and vote, because your vote matters (and you get a cool sticker)! Not sure if you're registered to vote? Check out votevotevote.com to check your status and how you can register to vote in person for election day tomorrow on November 5th.

What will you be implementing this election day from our guide? Let us know in the comments below what is helpful and other tactics you may use to ease the stress of election day.