May is mental health awareness month so I am focusing on what is so important about your mental health and offering ten tips to support your mental health and well-being as well as five resouces to educate and support you.
Mental health is integral to your overall health, your well-being, your relationships, your job performance, pretty much all aspects of your life! Your mental health is what will help you cope with stress and manage challenges; maybe even grow from the challenges. Taking good care of your mental health is a gift you give to yourself, as is taking care of your physical health. They are interrelated.
Below is a list of just some of the ways that you can support your mental health. Spread the word and encourage others to support their mental health as well! Let’s make it a movement.
Start with the basics
Sleep and rest
Nutrition Feed your body and brain with high quality foods
Move your body
Spend time in nature
Prioritize yourself
Set personal boundaries
Build your resilience
Practice gratitude
Set personal goals
Professional help
See a therapist https://gabardi.com/psychotherapy-services-for-adults/ or Psychology Today
Read books that support your well-being, mental health, resilience, and growth
Resources
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health
https://www.samhsa.gov/
https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/category/mental-health/
https://www.thenationalcouncil.org/mental-health-awareness-month/