Looking After Your Mental Health
There are several ways that we can take better care of our mental health and stay mentally fit. Here are just a few suggestions.
Positive Actions & Interactions
Social Network
We need meaningful connections in our life, we are not supposed to live in insolation. Having people around who you can talk to is an important factor in your overall mental health.
Physical Activity
Research shows there are many benefits from physical activity including an increase in the happy hormones that work to protect our mental health
Nutrition
The food we eat does have an effect on our brain health. Alcohol and high sugar can give us a temporary relief but mask problems and add to anxiety. A balanced diet improves our gut health and in turn the happy hormones.
Respectful Relationships
Having a healthy relationship is important for feelings of secure attachment and emotional stability. Healthy relationships can help reduce stress.
Communication
Being able to understand others emotions and express your own emotions as well as your needs and desires all improve mental health
Creativity
Having a healthy outlet to express your creativity helps to add meaning and purpose which are essential. When we stop using our creativity it can lead to lack of purpose and low mood
Positive Thoughts
How we think really does influence how we feel and our behaviour. We can influence the way we view the world which in turn influences how we respond to situations and the choices that we make. The way we think about ourselves has a huge impact on our mental health. Below are some of the things that contribute towards this