It has already been spread that health is not just about your physique. In recent years, the discussion around mental health and what to do to keep a healthy mind has increased considerably, after all, it is well known that more and more people are more anxious and depressive due to demands and the routine of modern life.
The situation even ended up being accentuated during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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If putting mental health at the forefront is one of your 2023 resolutions, you're in the right place! Here we separate five simple practices to include in your routine, which will help you keep your mind healthy. Let's go?
These 5 suggestions will improve your mental health
Take care of you
Being alone and enjoying solitude are two of the essential activities for self-knowledge. So, make time in your schedule to enjoy yourself and to do things that you really enjoy.
Take time to go out alone, visit that restaurant you've always wanted, dedicate yourself to a hobby, listen to an album by your favorite artist, dance in the living room, binge-watch a series… Simply have your space!
Hang out with people you like
Being alone is indeed important, however it is always good to remember that human beings are not an island. We are social beings and need contact with other people.
Take some time to be – physically, if possible – with people you care about. Make an appointment to go out for a snack, laugh, gossip, or just make small talk. This quality time will greatly improve your life.
record your feelings
This is a technique often used in therapy behavioral cognitive. Writing down how you feel throughout the day helps you track the source of your negative feelings. In addition, it can lead you to take precautions against situations that could cause you harm.
Also, when you put something you've thought about on paper, the feeling becomes more palpable and therefore ends up less frightening. It's like you become aware of what you feel. With that, maybe you can "tame" the feelings.
Reduce screen and social media time
It is known by many that social networks play an important role in the increase in diagnoses of anxiety and depression. Posts in feeds bring a lot of feelings of comparison, making a big impact on those on the other side of the screen.
In addition, the networks also show the comments. Many of them can be harmful to the reader. Finally, the blue light produced by screens is not beneficial to humans, especially when in excess.
take care of your body
That old saying is true: “a healthy body, a healthy mind”. Countless research shows that physical exercises can mitigate symptoms of anxiety and depression. Many people even feel that their feelings are more controlled when they are more active.
Do a physical activity that you enjoy. Most people turn to bodybuilding at gyms, but you don't have to limit yourself to that if you don't like it. Walking, swimming, jogging, dancing…
All kinds of exercises physicists produce endorphins!
Graduated in Social Communication at the Federal University of Goiás. Passionate about digital media, pop culture, technology, politics and psychoanalysis.