Today is World Mental Health Day, a day to create awareness and reduce stigmatization of mental health challenges.
The day also reminds us of the importance of self-care and there are multiple ways of boosing your mental health and manage stress at ease.
Here are some of the many.
Balanced Diet And Hydration
Eating healthy meals with the right amount of nutrients and vitamins regularly improves your focus and energy during the day.
Hydrating drinks like water are highly recommended over caffeine and soft drinks.
Relaxing Exercises
Yoga, mindfulness and deep breaths are some of the many relaxing exercises you can try.
They boost your mental health, relax your body and mind, and help you focus on your senses.
It is recommended that you schedule a fixed time for such exercises.
Experiment with new things
While our hobbies are an effective way to alleviate mental health issues, it is always a good idea to experiment with various things.
Whether it is trying out a recipe you’ve never tried before, a new sport, art, poetry or making new connections inside coffee shops or large scale parties/concerts.
Keep a journal
Write notes in your journal or diary about how your day unfolded overall.
It is an excellent way to track your gratitude and achievements by writing ways of what you acheived or planning to get in the future.
Stay In Touch
Keeping close contact with your loved ones and close friends is essential.
They will provide emotional support and assistance or tips at the same time.
Disconnect From The internet
Not everything you see and watch on the internet makes us happy.
Some of the content that we read or watch may cause distress, and fake news on a hot topic of the day is becoming more prevalent.
This leads to spending too much time using your mobile and browsing the web.
That’s why it is of the utmost importance to take small breaks in between or venture outside for a swim or walk.
Surrounding yourself in nature can enhance your well-being and energy levels whilst sunlight provides Vitamin D which elevates mood.
Plan a getaway
Whether it is camping with friends, a weekend at the hotel or a vacation around the world, this will be needed.
The entire process, from planning to the actual day, makes you feel settled and happy right away.
Prepare A Self-Care Kit
Self-care kits are filled with items that help relax and feel at ease.
Whether digital or physically, you may want to prepare some things that could help you whilst navigating through a rocky period.
You can include any item from a piece of clothing, a book, movie, video game, a stress ball, meaningful photos, or messages.
Focus On What Is Present
Overthinking what is coming causes unnecessary panic and stress.
Therefore, one should practice mindfulness based on what they have at hand.
Choose what must be accomplished today, be mindful of what you accomplished before you went to sleep, and move one day at a time.
Prioritize On Sleeping
Sleeping time is recommended between 7 and 8 hours.
Reduce blue light from digital devices and avoid eating or drinking just before sleeping as it makes it more difficult.
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