05/06/2021
May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
Below are some practical tips that individuals can use to boost their Mental Health.You can find more online, but here are a few that we decided to post.
1. Practice forgiveness - even if it's just forgiving that person who cut you off during your commute. People who forgive have better mental health and report being more satisfied with their lives.
2. Track gratitude and achievement with a journal. Include 3 things you were grateful for and 3 things you were able to accomplish each day.
3. Set up a getaway. It could be camping with friends or a trip to the tropics. The act of planning a vacation and having something to look forward to can boost your overall happiness for up to 8 weeks!
4. Work your strengths. Do something you're good at to build self-confidence, then tackle a tougher task.
5. Show some love to someone in your life. Close, quality relationships are key for a happy, healthy life.
6. Get off the grid. Leave your smart phone at home for a day and disconnect from constant emails, alerts, and other interruptions. Spend time doing something fun with someone face-to-face.
7. Try prepping your lunches or picking out your clothes for the work week.You'll save some time in the mornings and have a sense of control about the week ahead.
8. Take 30 minutes to go for a walk in nature - it could be a stroll through a park, or a hike in the woods. Research shows that being in nature can increase energy levels, reduce depression and boost well-being.
9. "Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new." -Albert Einstein
Try something outside of your comfort zone to make room for adventure and excitement in your life.
10. Appreciate the fact that you are "Alive" in a pandemic!
Please Remember:
Your Mental Health Determines Your Quality Of Life!