Tips To Improve Mental Health

We all know that the same old mental health advice that keeps coming back - eat right, sleep more, meditate, etc. You probably already know this by now! Mental health isn’t any boring checklist; it’s an artistic way of living life, and finding happiness from little things and changing how we do things daily; therefore, making how we feel mentally easier and stronger and more resilient than ever. 

To look at it another way, mental health is the music of your life. The music of your life can sometimes feel fun and lively and at other times mellow and meditative. Therefore, instead of reaching for the same tunes each day, we will work on developing the ability to consistently adapt to the music of our lives in the way of increasing or lowering the volume and changing the track to whatever song life plays.

That’s exactly what we’re going to discuss in this blog. simple, everyday practices that don’t just sound good on paper but actually work in real life. Habits that help you stand taller, think better, reduce stress, and bring more smiles into your life. Are you ready to find out what these habits are? Let's go!

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1. Adopt the Upright Posture

Posture can convey messages to your brain through body language. For example, slouching may lead one to feel 'down' or fatigued. Conversely, standing/sitting erect with one’s shoulder aligned will cause a sudden increase in confidence through improved posture.

Posture offers both physical and psychological benefits. The next time you experience stress, try placing yourself in a strong posture and taking a few long, deep breaths. You will likely notice an improved mood once you tell your brain with your body that 'you can handle this’.

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2. Practice Positive Thinking

The way you think will create your own experience of reality. The negative thoughts we have, and the helplessness we feel, can cause an excessive amount of energy to be released. In contrast, the thoughts we frame positively allow us to be strong and adaptable over the long term.

The goal here is not to excuse or hide your challenges — it’s to provide you with the power to choose a viewpoint that helps you to cope with the negative experience, rather than to avoid or hide it.

Before you leave today, try to catch just one unproductive thought (for example, “I’m overwhelmed”) and write it down, then rewrite it from a perspective that would enable you to feel more empowered. An example would be: “I’m learning how to manage my challenges.”


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3. Take a Walk in Nature

Nature provides a form of therapy. Walking among trees or near a body of water has both physiological and psychological effects on the user. Physiologically, the user's stress hormones are lowered. Psychologically, walking in nature clears mental fogginess and increases creativity. Take the Challenge: Find 20 minutes to spend outside without a phone. Breathe, observe, and reset your thinking process. When you finish, you will notice a difference in yourself!

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4. Get Good Sleep

Sleep affects mental health greatly. When you don’t sleep well, the chances are that your anxiety will go up and your ability to be resilient will decrease. In contrast, when you sleep well, you have a balanced and clarified mind from which to view your world. You may want to run your own mini-experiment over the next week by attempting to get at least 7-8 hours of sleep per night and then tracking your mood, focus, and energy over that time.

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5. Spend Time with a Furry Friend

Pets are emotional anchors. Whether it’s a dog wagging its tail or a cat curling up beside you, furry friends reduce loneliness and boost oxytocin—the bonding hormone.

If you have a pet, spend 10 minutes today just playing or cuddling. If not, visit a friend’s pet or even watch animal videos for a quick mood lift.

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6. Eat Healthy Foods

Brain development depends on the same foods that help to fuel a person's body. Many studies have shown that Omega 3's, fresh fruits & vegetables, and nuts/berries help to promote mental clarity, soothe anxiety, and increase overall mental acuity; however, excessive consumption of sugar and processed foods may lead to an increase in stress levels.

Take a Challenge: Replace one processed food product this week with a whole grain, berries, or walnuts. Notice the difference in your mental clarity and overall energy.

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7. Stop Overthinking

Running on a mental treadmill, that is, overthinking, uses up valuable time but provides no results. To break the habit of overthinking and to 'ground' yourself in the present time, do this when you find yourself stuck. Ask yourself, "Is this thought helpful to me at this moment?" If the answer is "no," shift your attention to something concrete, such as your breathing, your bodily posture or the area around you.

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8. Keep Curiosity Alive

When a person's brain becomes stagnant, it can hurt their overall mental health. Curiosity drives joy, creativity, and strength in the face of adversity. Examples include learning a new trade skill to grow your personal brand, picking up a fun hobby, or just researching something completely random. It is through these forms of interaction with new ideas that people's brains remain active and engaged in their daily activities.

Take 10 minutes today to explore just one random subject (e.g., "The process of how bees create honey"). Experience the energy that your curiosity brings to you.

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9. Journal Your Thoughts

The practice of writing can be highly therapeutic. Through the act of writing in your journal, you can reflect on your emotional feelings, recognize emotional patterns, and gain a deeper understanding of your own thoughts. Journaling represents an individual exchange of feelings and ideas between you and yourself.

To experience this yourself, do the following: write down three things you are thankful for or one concern that you'd like to let go of just before going to sleep. Once you wake up, pay attention to how light your mind feels!

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10. Use Music as Medicine

Neurological Studies show that music creates: Energy, Calmness, and Healing. In general, when people listen to music, it decreases their stress level and increases their dopamine level.

Make two different playlists: one for morning "Power Up" sessions and another one for night "Winding Down" sessions. Observe how you react to both playlists.

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11. Celebrate Small Wins

Not only does celebrating major life achievements provide support for mental health, but also tracking small, incremental positive actions that support mental health (i.e., reading a book, cooking your own meals, or finding the strength to rise out of bed during difficult times) offer opportunities for personal growth and enhancing one’s mental state. The process of tracking successful daily accomplishments will accumulate into a collection of 'happy memories' which can contribute to your overall mental health.

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Wrap-Up: Small Habits, Big Impact

Mental health is not about perfection; it's about making progress every day. These 10 simple but important mental health habits may be the perfect addition to your daily mental health playlist.

Every day you will need different types of songs; sometimes you will need the upbeat dance song, and sometimes you will need the slow, calming ballad, but the great thing is that you have the freedom to change, pause, and skip these songs on your playlist to fit your day. 

Here’s the invitation: stand tall, think brighter, go for a walk in nature, get deep sleep, hug your pet, eat healthy foods for your brain, escape from overthinking, have an inquisitive mind, meditate by writing down what happened to you during your day, listen to what makes you happy, and celebrate small victories. Your mind is worth it!

The heart deserves peace, the mind deserves care, and the life deserves happiness—make this practice part of your daily life…

Mental health is your most powerful instrument in life—tune it daily, perform on it well, and let the melodies of your life inspire others…

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