Introduction
As a psychotherapist, I believe that everyone can benefit from mental health wellness. We are all in need of self-love and healthy coping skills. In this article, I will discuss what Mental Health Wellness is and how to start your journey on the path toward a healthier mind.
We all need a little help sometimes.
We all need a little help sometimes.
We all have different needs, but we all need help. Help can come from family, friends, and professionals; it can be in the form of therapy or medication; it can take the form of making small changes to your lifestyle or even getting outside more often (which has been shown to improve mental health). Whatever kind of support work best for you will depend on what kind of mental health issue you're dealing with--and that's okay! There is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to coping with mental illness or improving your overall wellness.
What is Mental Health Wellness?
Mental health wellness is all about taking care of yourself. It's not just about getting help when you need it, but also learning how to take care of yourself in between those times.
With this in mind, let's look at some ways that you can begin practicing mental health wellness in your everyday life:
- Learn how to recognize when your emotions are out of balance and what steps need to be taken to get back into a healthy state (for example: do I need extra sleep? Should I exercise today?). Then take those actions!
- Practice mindfulness techniques like meditation or yoga whenever possible--even if only for 10 minutes at a time! These exercises will help keep stress levels down while making sure that your body stays healthy overall as well as keeping focus on important tasks during busy periods where it might otherwise be difficult for people without these tools available at their disposal
4 Simple Ways to Begin Your Journey of Mental Health Wellness
- Take time for self-care.
- Journaling is a great way to stay in touch with your emotions and thoughts. It can also help you identify patterns in your life that may be contributing to mental health issues, such as stress, anxiety, or depression.
- Support groups can be a great way to connect with others who have similar experiences. If you're interested in joining one but don't know where to start looking, check out [this list of support groups](https://www.mentalhealthamerica/find-support). You'll find everything from depression support groups up to eating disorders--and everything else!
- Find ways to love yourself and your body by taking small steps towards self-acceptance every day: Stop comparing yourself negatively against others; make peace with past mistakes; focus on things about yourself that are positive rather than negative (e.g., "I'm good at listening;" "I have high energy levels").
1. Journal your way to wellness.
Journaling is a great way to connect with yourself, and it can be helpful in many ways. You may find it useful in understanding your feelings, thoughts, or goals.
For example: If you have trouble making time for exercise because of work, family commitments, or other factors that get in the way of achieving your goal of being active (such as not having enough energy), journaling can help you figure out what's getting in your way and how best to overcome those barriers. You might also want to write down how much progress you've made since starting this journey toward wellness--this will encourage you when times get tough along the way!
2. Take time for yourself daily.
- Take time for yourself daily.
- Figure out how much time you can reasonably give yourself each day, and stick to it. If you're not sure where to start, try setting aside 10 minutes in the morning and 10 minutes at night for meditation or mindfulness exercises like breathing exercises or guided imagery. After a few weeks of doing this consistently, increase the amount of time until your routine becomes more manageable (and effective!).
3. Find support in your community.
There are a lot of ways to find support in your community. It's important to find one that fits your needs, interests, and personality.
There are many different types of communities:
- Meetup groups (https://www.meetup.com/) - These are local meetups for people with similar interests or goals, such as hiking or gaming. You can search by location and interest to find a group near you!
- Facebook groups - Facebook has thousands of online support groups where users post about their experiences with mental health issues and share resources. These groups often have discussion threads where users can talk about topics related to their condition or situation; they also provide an opportunity for members who live far away from each other but still want support from those who understand them best (like family members).
4. Find self-love by listening to your body and mind.
We all know the importance of listening to our bodies and minds, but do we do it?
If you are reading this article, chances are that you are already doing a decent job at listening to your body and mind. However, if this is not the case for you then keep reading!
Here are some tips:
- Make sure your posture is straight (but relaxed) when sitting or standing. This will help keep blood flowing through your brain properly so that it can do its job well.* Breathe deeply from the diaphragm (the area just below where a person's ribs meet). Do not hold your breath; focus on releasing all tension in each exhale as well as taking deep breaths into areas where there was previously stress.* Practice mindfulness meditation regularly--this means focusing one's attention completely on something present to become more aware of oneself without judgment or preconceptions
Mental health wellness is not just about getting help but also learning how to take care of yourself on your terms!
As you embark on your journey towards mental health wellness, it's important to remember that it is not just about getting help but also learning how to take care of yourself on your terms!
A journal can be a great tool for this. Writing down your feelings can help you process them and find new ways of dealing with them. It helps if you have someone who will listen and support you during this process, but even if no one else is available, writing in a journal can still be very helpful because it provides a structure for thinking through problems and finding solutions.
You should also make sure that each day has some time set aside just for YOU! Whether this means going out with friends or taking a walk around the block by yourself--whatever works best for YOU--it's important not only because we all need breaks from the stressors of life but also because those breaks help us recharge so we can continue being productive later when needed most (and who doesn't want more productivity?).
Conclusion
We all need a little help sometimes, but it's important to remember that mental health wellness is not just about getting help. It's also about learning how to take care of yourself on your terms! If you're looking for more information about how to begin this journey of self-care, check out our blog posts on journaling and finding support in your community. We hope they inspire you as much as they did us when we wrote them :)