10 Things You Should Do For Better Mental Health

Ever since the pandemic, we’ve all struggled with our mental health. We haven’t had enough time to go out, and we’ve had even less time to interact with our fears. COVID-19 has forced us to be alone more than ever. In this article we will go over 10 Things You Should Do For Better Mental Health!

 

1. Take Time To Gather Your Thoughts

 

Whenever we feel lost, alone, or we feel like we aren’t feeling anything at all, it’s important to stop, breathe in, ground ourselves, and gather our thoughts. When we gather our thoughts, we can identify whatever we need to address, and we can ground ourselves to the present. We may not be able to solve everything immediately, but when we gather our thoughts, at least we are able to take control.

 

2. Talk To Your Friends

 

One of the best things we can do when we feel alone is to find solace in others. It can be through a simple exchange between you and your friends checking up on each other, or it can be through you talking to them about what you’re currently feeling, what’s bothering you—or better yet—you talk about the positives and focus on them. 

 

3. Talk To Yourself

 

Talking to yourself might seem weird, but we actually do it often, and it’s normal. When we talk to ourselves, we force our minds to slow down and process our thoughts differently. Whether we speak out loud or we speak internally, it actually helps.

 

4. Dedicate An Hour For Yourself

 

No matter how busy you are, it’s important to always find time for yourself. Whether you use it to catch up on that show you’ve wanted to watch for a while now or use it to continue the passion project you haven’t touched in months, dedicating an hour for yourself is important.

 

5. Spend Time In Nature

 

Even if you aren’t a big fan of nature and the wilderness, spending time in nature allows us to embrace the peace and solemnity that we need. You don’t have to hike along a trail or climb an entire mountain. A visit to the park is enough. Ecotherapy is a form of treatment that helps reduce stress, fear, and anger. At the same time, it helps increase pleasant feelings by providing us with a much-needed dose of endorphins.

 

6. Celebrate Your Victories

 

Any win is a win. Whether it’s huge or small, celebrating your victories feels great physically and helps reinforce positivity and boost self-confidence. Don’t minimize your achievements just because they’re “little things.”

 

7. Treat Yourself

 

Grab yourself a cup of coffee after finishing that article you’ve been stressing over; order yourself a pizza after a long day at work. Don’t be afraid to reward yourself for the moments when you feel like you deserve them. 

 

8. Appreciate The Little Things

 

Appreciating the little things takes us away from focusing on the mistakes and appreciating our lives and our small steps towards being better. Enjoy the smell of that espresso you ordered, appreciate the burger you’re having for lunch, thank the delivery person for doing their job.

 

9. Eat On Time

 

Eating on time might be a struggle, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t try. Eating on time helps us keep a healthy and well-balanced diet that helps us think clearly and feel more energetic. Eating on time also helps us avoid mood swings.

 

10. Take A Walk

 

Physically active people have up to a 30% reduced risk of becoming depressed, and staying active helps those who are depressed recover. Taking a walk combines the benefits of exercise while boosting your emotional well-being. Not only do you allow yourself to leave your house, but you also get a chance to spend some time away from work, from stress, and from distractions.

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