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Follow These Simple Tips For A Better Mental Health!

If you are someone who knows how important mental health is, then follow these simple, yet effective, tips for an improved mental health.

Health is wealth, and more so when it comes to mental health because if a person is not healthy mentally, he/she may just lose the will to live! So, it is important to follow a few tips that can help you have a better mental health.

Today, more and more people around the globe are experiencing mental health issues due to various reasons like constant work pressure, a competitive lifestyle, more needs, unstable relationships, etc.

Several research studies have opined that mental health problems like depression, anxiety, etc., are on the raise lately, which is definitely not a good sign for the future of our society.

Also, if a person is unhealthy mentally or emotionally, then his/her life can take a negative turn, as mental health issues can affect important things like the person's decision-making skills, judgements, etc., putting his/her life at risk.

In addition, people suffering from mental health issues will not be able to find joy in most things and may also experience several disturbing symptoms.

So, follow these simple tips to boost your mental health, have a look below!

Tip #1

tips for a better mental health

Ensure that you start every morning on a positive note, as your mindset in the morning can affect your entire day! Focus on your goals or tasks and draw positive energy from those thoughts.

Tip #2

tips for a better mental health

Tips for a better mental health include exercising, as exercise has proven to provide relief from stress and depression due to the endorphines that get released in the brain.

Tip #3

tips for a better mental health

If you have a desk-bound 9-6 job, ensure that you take breaks and get some fresh air and sunlight, at least twice or thrice in a day, as it can instantly boost your mental health.

Tip #4

tips for a better mental health

Tips for a good mental health include thinking about all the positive things in your life often, or writing them down, as this habit can eliminate negative thoughts!

Tip #5

tips for a better mental health

A recent research study has shown that hugging people, even for just 10 seconds, can release a hormone called oxytocin, which can reduce depression and anxiety to a great extent. So, hug people more often!

Tip #6

tips for a better mental health

Another tip for a better mental health includes taking a break from work, family life, etc., once in a while, and spending some time by yourself to relax and re-discover yourself.

Tip #7

tips for a better mental health

An expert has suggested that breaking out of the virtual world and connecting with people in real life (that is offline) can actually help you gain more positivity in life!

Story first published: Thursday, October 20, 2016, 16:48 [IST]
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