Talking about mental health is considered invaluable in so many places around us. This kind of neglect has led people to believe that there is no such thing as illness related to brain.
The brain is also a part of the body that works just like the other organs. In fact, we give the utmost stress to our brain. We should take care of it too, in order to make sure it works properly.
In this
article, there is a basic discussion on why mental health is important.
How Can We Find Our Brain's Deviations?
§ Being
anxious is normal. We tend to use our fight and flight hormone in times of tedious situations. But, if you find yourself hyperventilating over nothing in particular, that’s where it begins.
§ Stress
usually causes anxiousness. But too much of it leads to lack of focus, impulsiveness, hyperactiveness, etc.
§ The last stage will be the day when you become obsessed with your life. A small change in your routine can cause havoc.
What
is Depression?
Depression is not just suicidal thoughts, it is a feeling that makes you to fake a smile, be emotionally distant from everyone, be socially isolated, overeating or not eating at all.
Anxiety and depression eats the happiness out of us. We tend to have negative thoughts about all the situations and things. Depression is the main cause of panic attacks. It leads to irritability, thoughts of suicide and self-harm.
5 Ways To Improve Mental Health
1 1) Let Go Of Expectations
As human beings, we create hypothetical, imaginary situations that are unlikely to happen in reality. We become upset over the fact that we do not have control over our life.
Our actions can bring us the
result of our expectations but our thoughts may not. So, it is best to avoid
expecting, in general, to keep our mind from crushing down.
2 2) Reduce Screen Time
Technology has created bridges that connect every corner of the world. But, it also has become the reason for a whole lot of stress. Teenagers, now-a-days, believe it is must to have a socially excited life.
They seek approval from people they might not even know in real life. The
growth in technology not only affects our brain, it affects an ample amount of
our body parts too.
3) Read More And Journal Your Thoughts
Books are a constant solution for so many problems. They bring in unimaginable worlds to life from the writer’s point of view. It also helps in becoming better in vocabulary and words.
Also, at the end of the
day, pin down your thoughts. Try to be more cheerful the next day. This will
help in your mental growth.
4) Regular Exercise
Just like the body needs to be stretched, the mind also likes to be flexible. Meditation and yoga helps in better concentration and a firm handle in the control of your thoughts.
The word ‘regular’ suggests
that we should do it on a daily basis in order to get it in practice and apply
in day-to-day life.
5) Practice
Self-Care
Everyone has their own priorities on daily routines. But it is also an individual’s responsibility to take care of oneself. There are people around but it is different when one takes care of themselves.
Self-care Tips
- Do not touch mobile for 30 minutes after waking up
- Meditate
- Set 5 goals for the day
- Maintain a gratitude journal
It is necessary that we know what will keep us at peace and create a schedule accordingly.
The Remedies
It is always helpful to vent out our feelings so that we can reach up to a conclusion. The main problem in people with mental illness is that they refuse to acknowledge it.
It is okay to find security in others if you feel your family is too much to handle. Start with friends who are willing to help you out in times of hardship. Talk to them about all the inner voices that you find hard to let out. If the friend’s circle is not as helpful as you thought, seek medical help.
A psychologist will be better to acknowledge your condition and may help you out to overcome it. It is not a crime to have mental illness.
After all, it is a part of your body. Give it prior attention that it deserves!
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Written by - Keerthana Lakshmi
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