Good Mental Health Tips
Good Mental Health Tips
- GET OUTSIDE!
Get active! When you move and exercise, it releases those “feel good” endorphins into your body. Try running, biking, dancing, or yoga. - CONNECT
Call up friends to chat, meet someone for coffee or a meal, or reconnect with someone you haven’t seen in a long time. Join some clubs like a book club, or sign up for a gym class. Spend time with the people you love. - SUPPORT
Have a good support system. Join a support group of have some close friends that you can talk to when you are feeling down or stressed. Talk and express yourself as much as possible. - ME TIME
Take time for yourself. Go get a massage, get a pedicure, watch a movie, travel, garden —do things that make you happy. Take time for yourself if you are stressed. Don’t be afraid to ask for a break if you need it! - HELP OTHERS
Do something nice for someone. The act of doing something for someone else, giving back, or volunteering helps with your positive well-being. - LIFE CHOICES
Reduce alcohol and avoid narcotic drugs. - SLOW DOWN
Don’t rush things. Take it easy. Some things can wait. For the things that cannot wait, see if someone will help you. - EAT RIGHT
Healthy nutrition: eat balanced, nutritious meals. - GO TO BED
Get enough sleep! Rest helps you refresh, heal, and restore. - POSITIVITY
Choose to look on the positive side of any situation. Smile — it’ll make you feel better. - AWARENESS
Identify and be aware of what is triggering your stress levels and try to avoid them. Protect your emotional well-being. - HOBBIES
Take up a new hobby or skill. Learning a new skill helps you stay focused and positive because you’re learning something new and exciting.
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