A form of meditation like yoga, a massage or taking some deep breaths say for 15 to 30 minutes before work, you may not believe it but experts say that rituals such as this are key to overall health, just as important as physical workout and eating fruits and vegetables.
Keeping the balance between work and leisure is what that keep us sane, and yet we tend to forget the time to check our mental status and give it due importance, says an expert.
With the overall world economy that is so shaky, experts say that taking care of your mental health is even more important and is fundamental because without it there is no physical health.
People often fail to give themselves enough off time during highly stressful periods. It is high time therefore, that people should increase their attention to mental wellness especially during high anxiety spells.
Cultivating a good and healthy relationships and a positive attitude are major components in achieving a flourishing lifestyle. People must have purpose in life, be reflective and be deliberate, mindful and look at themselves and see what is missing and what is needed.
You may enjoy reading, warmth baths and the occasional massage but not always easy to pamper yourself that sometimes you feel guilty like you should supposedly be doing something productive.
Allowing yourself to submit that gives you a nice feeling is such of a great release. Ultimately, by indulging a little here and there and these give you an emotional boast that makes you a better person.
Little things that might seem like a ginormous deal, are not so if anything happens not in your favor and surely it’s not the end of the world. In a melancholic situation, with sufficient time to meditate, it helps you more prepared for any unexpected challenges and certain eventualities.
For work is really that hectic and a lot of pressure and it is what it is. And to have something to clear your head even for a while is a real blessing.
Herewith, are some tips for mental fitness that may of help to you:
1.0 Create pauses between activities. Give closure to one activity before doing another one. Even wonder why you forget why you are going into a room? Maybe your mind is racing with so many thoughts.
2.0 Get together once a month and discuss a neutral topic, such as organic gardening. The session may build community and stimulate creativity.
3.0 Do yoga or take a walk and train your mind to take a break. Don’t take about your job or the pile of laundry. Give your brain a rest. A solution for a problem you’ve been seeking may just pop up into your mind afterwards.
4.0 Go a different route to work. Eat dessert first. This might help wake up the brain.
5.0 Try to be expressive in either discipline whether an art or dance. Move or do anyway you want.
6.0 Every 45 minutes to an hour, leave your work table, even for a stretch or a glass of water.
7.0 Treat and cook yourself a good meal. Take a bubble bath. Get a massage. Do something just for you.
8.0 Cultivate meaningful relationships, loving, supportive relationships are key to your overall health. Quality time for your family is quality time for your brain. Smiles and hugs help too.
9.0 Be positive and reflective. Count your blessings and ponder about what is really important in your life.