Mental Health Tips for Today

While it’s important to seek help if you have a mental illness, you can also take steps to keep your mental health in good shape. Just as you would for your physical health, it takes daily effort to maintain your mental well-being.

Mental Health Tips for Today  in with yourself on a regular basis. Ask yourself how you’re feeling and if there are any challenges that may be getting in the way of your ability to function at work or school, get enough sleep or eat healthy, stay active, or have meaningful relationships with family and friends.

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It’s normal to feel down or anxious from time to time, but if those feelings don’t go away with treatment (often a combination of talk therapy and medication) they could become serious or even dangerous.

Make leisure activities a priority. Too often, we let the things we enjoy get pushed to the bottom of our to-do list. But playing, relaxing, or even just spending time with a pet can improve mood and make you more resilient to stress. Make a point to spend quality face-to-face time with people you care about and who energize you. As restrictions continue to lift, this is a great opportunity to build your safe in-person social connections. Also, consider incorporating mindful and relaxation techniques like meditation, yoga or taking a warm bath. It’s been shown that these can lower your heart rate and blood pressure, making you more resilient to stress.