Mental Wellness That Works: Insights from Wellness Coach Jasmine Charbonier
In today’s overcomplicated world of self-care trends, mindfulness apps, and $10B wellness industries selling one-size-fits-all solutions, the most powerful mental health strategies are often the simplest. To better understand what actually works, I spoke with Jasmine Charbonier, a wellness coach, community builder, and mental health advocate with years of experience and a growing platform of over 50,000 engaged followers.
Her approach? Grounded, real, and rooted in what she’s seen work “miracles” in her clients’ lives.
Start with Silence
Charbonier emphasizes the power of a consistent morning routine. Her personal ritual? Ten minutes of complete silence.
“No phone, no distractions. Just me and my thoughts,” she says. “The transformation in my anxiety levels has been incredible, and I’ve seen similar results with about 85% of my clients.”
Rather than diving straight into the chaos of notifications, she recommends starting the day by grounding yourself—something she’s seen radically shift how her clients approach stress and emotional overwhelm.
Reclaiming Time (and Energy)
Charbonier doesn’t just preach stillness; she practices intentional rest. After experiencing burnout last March, she began scheduling what she calls “empty time” into her calendar—30-minute blocks with no agenda.
“Sometimes doing absolutely nothing is the most productive thing you can do,” she says. “It’s about giving yourself space to just be.”
She encourages clients to experiment with this strategy, especially those dealing with chronic stress or creative burnout.
Set Social Boundaries
As someone managing a 50K+ community, Charbonier understands the impact of digital overwhelm. Her solution is refreshingly practical: she sets her phone to grayscale after 7PM.
“It makes those bright, addictive apps way less appealing,” she says, noting a significant improvement in her sleep and screen time.
This simple shift in visual stimulation reinforces what many mental health professionals already recommend—creating clear boundaries around technology to support better rest and presence.
Rewriting Resilience
Charbonier also takes a different approach to gratitude. Rather than traditional journaling focused only on the positive, she coaches clients through a daily “reality check” practice.
“Write down three things that challenged you and how you handled them. That builds real resilience,” she says. “It’s not about toxic positivity—it’s about owning your strength.”
This method helps her clients build confidence and emotional flexibility, both key to long-term mental wellness.
Movement, Reimagined
Forget structured workouts and fitness trackers. Charbonier believes in what she calls “movement as medicine”—but not in the conventional sense.
“Just dance in your kitchen while making coffee,” she suggests. “Take a 10-minute walk around the block. The goal isn’t perfection—it’s progress.”
Her focus is on removing pressure from the process, making movement feel accessible and intuitive rather than obligatory.
Mindfulness, Your Way
For those struggling to stick with meditation, Charbonier offers an empowering perspective: stop trying to meditate if you hate it.
“Mental wellness isn’t one-size-fits-all,” she insists. “Some of my most successful clients prefer journaling, walking meditations, or even cooking. The best technique is the one you’ll actually stick with.”
One of her most effective mindset tools is what she calls “emotional time traveling.” When overwhelmed, she asks clients to imagine themselves three months from now—looking back on the current challenge from a place of peace and perspective.
“Works like magic for about 90% of my besties who try it,” she says.
Keep It Simple (and Consistent)
At the core of Charbonier’s advice is a simple truth: mental wellness doesn’t have to be complicated. It just needs consistency and compassion.
Her strategy for building lasting habits? “Start with something stupidly simple—like drinking water first thing in the morning. Then build from there.”
She’s a big fan of “habit stacking”—linking a new habit to an existing routine. For example, she began meditating while her coffee brews. Now, after more than 200 days straight, it’s second nature.
Final Thoughts
Jasmine Charbonier is quick to remind us that healing isn’t linear—and that real progress often comes when we let go of the all-or-nothing mindset.
“I’ve seen countless transformations when people finally give themselves permission to be imperfect,” she says. “That’s where the real magic happens.”
About Jasmine Charbonier
Jasmine Charbonier, MPA, is a seasoned wellness coach, speaker, and founder of Your Tampa Bestie, where she shares practical mental health strategies with a community of over 50,000. She earned her master’s degree from NYU and is passionate about helping others heal through sustainable, self-compassionate practices.
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