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Taking Care of Your Mental Health

Writer's picture: Savanna MartinSavanna Martin

Updated: May 18, 2022



You've probably noticed that there's a lot of talk about mental health these days. It's important to acknowledge that this is due to stigmatization which has made it difficult for people to seek help. But we're moving towards a more open conversation about therapy—and that's an incredibly positive thing! Here are some suggestions to help you take care of your mental health.


Be honest about your feelings.


Be honest about your feelings. If you're having a hard time, talk to someone and be open. It's important to share what you're going through so that you can get help. Don't be afraid to ask for help; even if it's just someone who can listen or give advice on how they've overcome similar things in their life, it's important to let others know when things are getting too much for you take on alone.


Remember that you are not your illness.


Your mental health is something that is always evolving and should be approached with the same attitude as an ongoing relationship with a friend or partner: it’s complicated, but worth it. And there's no one-size-fits-all solution to managing your mental health. There are many paths to get where you need to go; be self-aware and find what works for you.


Some people meditate, some exercise regularly, some talk about their feelings with close friends—there are so many ways of caring for yourself. If traditional methods don't work for you, don't feel discouraged! Try something new! Maybe it's coloring books or maybe it's going on adventures alone (or both!).


Whatever helps ease your symptoms and keeps you on this journey towards feeling better is what will ultimately make all the difference in how well we can manage our lives as they grow and change over time.


Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health and well-being!


Just as physical health is important for your well-being, mental health is also a crucial part of the picture. It's important to note that mental and physical health are related—they're even interdependent. Your mental state can directly affect how you feel physically, and vice versa.


Taking care of both can help ensure that you're living an overall healthy lifestyle. Some good habits for making sure your body and mind are in top shape include eating right, getting enough exercise and rest, being gentle with yourself when it feels like nothing is going right, talking about how you're feeling with someone who cares about you, taking some time away from electronics…and more!


Seek Out Professional Help

Therapy can be a safe place for you to share your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgement or criticism. A therapist will never blame you for having problems, but instead help you start building a healthier life through communication, self-reflection and support.


If you're thinking about getting into therapy yourself, keep in mind that it might take some time before finding the therapist that feels right for you. It is important that you feel comfortable with them to do the work you need to do. If it doesn't feel like a good fit, keep looking!


Find What Works

Our mental health is integral to who we are as individuals. Sometimes it can be difficult to get in touch with ourselves, but the key is to never stop trying. After all, mental health is a far more complex topic than the little I've been able to discuss here.


As you learn more about what helps you cope, keep adapting your tactics until they feel right to you. Don't give up if you don't find it right away. Make your well-being a priority. Even if you don't feel ready to seek the help of a professional, you can still make small changes in your life that will have a significant effect on your overall health. There are many resources out there on how to work through your anxiety and depression—but most of all, remember that you are not alone in this effort.


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