One of the most important aspects of our overall health is our mental health. Hectic lives and demanding schedules can make it challenging to maintain a positive headspace at times. However, making mental health a priority is one of the best things a person can do for themselves. Here are few tips on how to make that possible.
Exercise
We are all familiar with the benefits of physical exercise. Take that time for yourself! In an article about reducing stress, the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) states the following in regards to exercise, “It can reduce stress. Studies show that it is very effective at reducing fatigue, improving alertness and concentration, and at enhancing overall cognitive function.” Long story short: get moving!
Eat a Balanced Diet
Believe it or not, nutrition plays a role in our overall mental health as well. Eating a well- balanced diet and avoiding processed foods can reduce feelings of depression according to a mentalhealth.org article. Make sure you are incorporating lots of vegetables into your diet.
Positive Self-Talk
It’s easy to be your own worst critic. But beating yourself up mentally isn’t going to get you very far. Try practicing positive self-talk. Remind yourself of your good qualities and celebrate your successes. If you need suggestions on ways you can practice this skill, Elizabeth Scott from verywellmind.com wrote an article with amazing insights and tips.
Express your Feelings
It is important to reach out to our support system when we need to. There is no shame in sharing your mental burden with a sympathetic ear. Find someone whom you trust with your feelings and let them help you. It is amazing what a little understanding can do for a person. Journaling is also a great way to express your feelings. If you aren’t sure exactly what to say or how to say it, write down anything until you understand your feelings a little more. It is also a great way to organize your thoughts.
Unplug
A surprising amount of mental anguish can come as a result of too much on our plates. Whether it’s too many upcoming commitments, or an excess of social media binging, sometimes it is necessary to unplug. It can be easy to feel like we must ‘do it all’ or compare our life to those we follow on social media. These habits can be extremely damaging to a person’s mental health. If you are prone to these kinds of behavior, try a social media fast. If you can, leave your phone at home for a day or even a weekend while you go away! A break from social media can be incredibly refreshing. Also, practice saying no when you know you’ve already got a lot on your plate.
Remember to prioritize your mental health. Life can be extremely busy, but checking in with yourself is crucial. You deserve to feel your best inside and out.
This is excellent. Will start reading it every day so it will be fresh in my mind. Thank you. It is greatly appreciated and will look forward to more.
Peace of mind is priceless.
We have to look inside of ourself and discover who we are, which consist of our spiritual nature. Once you discover it and you find that you’re unhappy about who you are, it is then that you work on perfecting you. Often, it consist of positivity. The renewing of the mind. Doing and thinking the opposite of negativity. Be kind to others, call someone; a friend, or family member and apologize for being obnoxious. Once uou do these things, it increases your self-esteem.
Good Word! Thanks for sharing 🙂
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You have a choice. You can choose to remain unhappy or you can choose to keep a positive attitude. Your mindset determines everything. The tops above will definitely help get your mental health in the right direction so you can have the positive attitude that will get you through any situation.
Yes its true journaling will help with mind body and soul
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Right up my alley, in food for thought. I have struggled with mental health my whole life. Sad that I am old enough at 43 to realize that we were just becoming aware of the amount of severity that mental health can have on an affected person and their ability to thrive in this. Thank goodness for awareness and people advancing for the affected. My life today is at much better and these things really do hello great coping mechanisms. Thank you happy go living!
Yes it is true that positive thinking makes mind healthy and it’s helpful in doing perfect work in any field
Good morning Thank You for your inspiring message this morning mental health plays a very important part in all our lives and we as a people needs to recognize the effect that it has on ones life not just our mental stability but our every day life style Thanks for sharing
The mental health will help you in so many ways. It will help you.