List of Things That Better Your Mental Health Overall

People may think that caring for your mental health is simply just the things that are on trend right now (meditation, yoga, journaling, affirmations, pamper sessions etc.), but it is so much more than that. Many things can contribute to a healthy mind, so here are many  ideas from me:

*Please take note of any that seem interesting or important to you. There are many on the list, but don’t be overwhelmed; just pick what feels good to you.*

Regular Exercise
A Balanced Diet
Reading regularly
Learning new things
Taking on challenges
Puzzles and Mind games
New Experiences
Decluttering/ less mess and stuff (Minimalistic living over Materialistic living)
Cleaning and environment upkeep
Journal keeping: capturing one’s thoughts and feelings
Music, dancing, singing
Doing what you love
Creative expression
Taking breaks/ Appropriate Rest Periods
Not overworking yourself
Meaningful connections with others
Time with people you enjoy and love
Walking (without a destination)
Doing or watching your favourite things
Being honest (with yourself and others)
Being authentically you (it hurts your mental health to lie, hide, shrink, people-please, or be anything but yourself)
Saying No when you want to say No
Saying Yes to opportunities and enjoyment
Changing up your routine
Moving on from bad habits and cultivating good ones
Moving on from past “mistakes” and “failures” with healthy gratitude and lessons learned
Forgetting perfection and living with your imperfection
Setting boundaries and holding people (and yourself) accountable
Taking responsibility for your life
Nature and the outdoors
Mindfulness and presentness (being in the Now, using your 5 senses to bring awareness to this moment)
Choosing yourself first (health, happiness, needs)
Speaking to yourself with compassion
Cultivating trust in yourself
Cultivating a deep love for yourself
Making time to get to know yourself (knowledge is power)
Quietness and stillness practices: meditation, yoga, mindful walking, baths, massage etc.
Speaking about your tensions and struggles with someone you trust not to judge or shame you
Facing and dealing with unhealthy inner beliefs, insecurities, traumas, or blockages
Healthy communication
Finding meaning and purpose in your life that feels good and true for you
Actively seeking a positive attitude, mindset, and outlook on life
Essential oils and aromatherapy (usually matched with meditation or quiet practices)
Priorities, organisation, time management, self-discipline, getting important things done

 

Caring for your mind is important. You needn’t do what everyone else is doing, but it is imperative that you make the conscious effort to cultivate a mental health care practice in your life. Choose some from this list, or find others that work for you, but do not dismiss it.

If you have any questions or want a more in-depth explanation on the things on this list, then check my other blog posts or comment below and I’ll help as best I can.

Take care xx

 

If you need any help in bettering your mental health, or better coping with anxiety, depression, and stress, then my book “You’re As Mad As I Am” may be for you. Check it out here, and download a free sample to see what it’s all about.

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