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Top Ten Ways to Take Care of Your Mental Health
10. Be realistic. If
you are taking on more responsibility than you can handle, rank the
activities you are involved with and drop the ones that aren't absolutely
necessary.
9. Drop the "superman/superwoman" mentality. Nobody
is perfect, so don't expect perfection from yourself or others. Don't
be afraid to ask for help if you need it.
8. Reflect. Take
time out to collect your thoughts. Personal reflection in the
form of meditation, prayer or other ways can reduce stress.
7. Plan ahead. Feeling
unprepared or scrambling to do something in the last minute can be
really stressful.
6. Exercise. Regular
exercise is a great way to reduce stress, increase self-esteem, boost
energy levels, and improve concentration.
5. Healthy lifestyle. Eat
a well-balanced diet, and limit your use of caffeine and alcohol. Make
sure you are getting enough sleep to feel refreshed and energized.
4. Share your feelings. Talking
to a friend or family member about problems in your life can help
you organize your thoughts and get support for your feelings.
3. Hobbies. Take
a break from stressful situations by doing something you enjoy. Whether
it's reading, gardening or cooking, make time to relax and do something
you like.
2. Be flexible. Respect
other people's opinions and be prepared to compromise. If you
are willing to give a little, others may meet you halfway. Not
only will you reduce your stress, you may find better solutions to
your problems.
1. Take one thing
at a time. When people are under stress, an average
workload can seem overwhelming. The best way to handle this
feeling is to take one task at a time. Pick one project and
work on it. Once you finish it, choose the next one. The
feeling of accomplishment will encourage you to keep going.
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