6 ways to improve your mental health?
1. Surround yourself with good people.
People
with strong family or social connections are generally healthier than those who
lack a support network.
Those with whom you spend the most
time have a large influence;
à your Moods
à How you
perceive the world.
à Expectations you have of yourself.
You’re more likely to adopt empowering beliefs and see life as happening for you rather than to surround yourself with positive people.
2. Learn how to deal with Stress.
Stress
is part of life.
Practice good coping skills.
à Exercise
à Take a
nature walk
à Play with
your pet
à Write
journal
Remember to smile and see the humour In life.
3. Quiet your Mind.
Try
Meditating, mindfulness, or Prayer.
Relaxation exercise and prayer can improve your state of mind and outlook on life.
4. Talk Positively to yourself throughout the day.
Positive
thinking can help to protect and improve your mental health.
Positive words to say to yourself daily.
è I am proud of myself
è My hard work pays off
à I can do
this
à I am loved
à I am strong
à We all make mistakes
5. Take care of your body.
Taking
care of yourself physically can improve your mental health.
à Eat
nutritious meals
à Avoid
Smoking
à Drink
plenty of water
à Get enough sleep-lack of sleep contributes to a high rate of depression.
6. Break up the Monday.
Routines
make us more efficient and enhance our feelings of security and safety.
A little change of pace can perk up a tedious
schedule.
à After your
jogging route
à Plan a
road-trip
à Take a walk
in a different park
à Use your
non-dominant hand to do stuff.