Are you stressed out? Is your sleep routine bad? Or are you in a dip? Everyone suffers from that at some point. And yet it can be difficult to talk about it.
If you have been having some issues which as a result is affecting your mental well being, then this article is aimed to help you fix that. To help protect you against mental stress, we have listed some tips below.
Mental Health Awareness
Many people find it difficult to maintain their mental well-being. As many as 1 in 4 suffers from problematic stress. This was shown few years ago by a survey by the socialist health insurance funds among over five thousand Flemish people.
As it was discovered, more awareness about mental health is very important. We need to keep drawing the attention of the public to various mental health issues and keep calling on people to talk about their concerns.
How to Improve Mental Health
Do you want to improve your mental resilience? Here are some vital tips according to exlerts.
Take these steps in order to live a healthier and happier life:
1. Limit stress
Smart. Funny. Happy. Good looking. Ambitious. A good partner. A responsible parent. We often put ourselves on a list of things that we must comply with. But very often those things are unrealistic. Plus, we always see people who are smarter, funnier, happier and more handsome than ourselves. The message? Stop comparing and try to accept yourself.
2. Talk about it
Are you saddled with a problem? Then there is a good chance that you will continue to ruminate and worry about it. The result: your concentration, mood and night's rest suffer. Then it may be a good idea to talk to someone about your concerns. Not only can it be a relief, but this way you also get a better grip on your problem. You can see better what is going on and what you can do about it. And who knows, your conversation partner may have a brilliant idea to solve your problem.
3. Move
All sports enthusiasts will confirm: exercise is relaxing. Choose a sport that you enjoy or that you can easily do, such as cycling or jogging. Guaranteed that you will peak less and that your energy level will shoot up.
4. Try something new
Look for a new hobby, bake a cake or try to redecorate your house. Trying new experiences takes yourself out of your comfort zone. Extra plus: it is a fun way to get to know other people.
5. Count on friends
Knowing that your friends accept and understand you really boosts you. Therefore, make sure you have a broad network: colleagues, teammates, acquaintances, neighbors, comrades, friends. You can go to one with your worries, with the other just for a nice chat.
6. Keep your head above water
Are you in a period when everything is disappointing? Then you can sometimes do nothing more than try to keep your head above water: just live from day to day and not be too hard on yourself. If you are sad, just cry out. Take some time for yourself, order a cup of tea on a terrace or go out into nature for some fresh air.
7. Go for it
Do you have concerns? Then all your attention often goes to that one problem, which makes worrying even worse. In other words, a vicious circle. Fortunately, the solution is simple: try to focus on something else. Watch a series, call friends or try out a new recipe.
8. Dare to ask for help
Many people want to be able to do everything on their own. In fact, they bottle up their emotions. Completely unjustified. Everyone has problems from time to time, so it's only natural that you ask for help. To your partner, family, friends, colleagues or a professional counselor.
9. Give yourself a rest
We are all busy, busy, busy. With a busy job, children and parents, hobbies ... Don't forget to press the pause button every now and then. Regularly set aside a moment for yourself and include activities that help you unwind. This way you avoid the build-up of tension.
10. Dare to say no
“No, no and no again”: in full toddlerhood, no was our favorite word. And even as a teenager, we easily gave the answer 'no' when asked to do the dishes, mow the lawn or cycle past the supermarket. But the older we get, the more difficult it seems to refuse things. Still, we should do that more often. After all, a 'no' can be liberating. Besides, there is nothing wrong with standing up for yourself a little more. People will appreciate you as a person with a mind of their own.
There you have them. Keep working on your mental health for a better healthy living.