Improve your mental health this month.
Your brain is a perfect machine. It stores a precious treasure chest of experiences and memories that make up a huge part of who you are. Taking care of your brain and mental health is important for physical and overall health. May is National Mental Health Awareness Month, and now is the time to ensure that you have some good practices in place for your mental wellbeing. Here are a few to get started.
Eat well.
Diet plays a crucial role in mental health. While it may be tempting to reach for fast comfort food when you’re feeling low, it won’t do any good to your body or mind. Instead, fresh and natural foods will help to keep your mind sharp and your body energized so you can feel productive throughout the day.
Exercise regularly.
Physical exercise causes a chemical reaction that works to reduce anxiety and stress, putting you in a good mood. These endorphins, or ‘happy hormones’, help you to feel great after your workout. Whether you like to hit the gym, run in the park, or take up a new class, find out what you love to do – and do it!
Learn how to manage stress.
Stress is a natural part of life and it cannot be avoided. However, chronic stress can do your mind and body a great deal of harm. Find out ways to naturally manage stress so that you don’t get weighed down with it. Discover the source of stress, take time out for yourself, and talk to loved ones to help alleviate stress.
Enjoy the present.
Learn how to focus on the present rather than being preoccupied with past or future events. This will help you savor life’s little pleasures that you may otherwise miss.
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