3 Reminders and Quick Tips for Boosting Your Mental Health
“Burnout happens when people become emotionally, mentally, or physically exhausted.” -Nedra Glover Tawwab
Do you remember that meme that showed what it can look like trying to excel in your career, maintain a social life, drink enough water, exercise, etc., etc.?
It was giving exhausted, drained, and burnt out!
9 out of 10 workers report experiencing chronic stress at work, with workers 40 years old and younger reporting higher stress levels.
Then, there’s life outside of work. The demands of life are really challenging. We want to show up fully in our lives as friends, family members, and in our communities.
All too often, we end up putting ourselves last. We scramble for 5 minutes for ourselves, or keep putting off the thing that we know will benefit us.
Over time, this will lead to a breakdown in not only our physical health, but our mental health as well.
I’m here with some reminders of how you can be more mindful of your mental health needs by adding a bit more self-care into your week. Start with one idea to quickly increase your stress management skills and improve your overall mental health.
3 Reminders of How to Improve Your Mental Health with Quick Ways to Start Now
More Physical Activity
Why: Movement improves cognitive function and releases hormones such as dopamine, endorphins, and serotonin.
Tip: Add some kind of movement to your day. Choose 5-10 minutes for a walk, stretching, or even a little dance party.
More Sleep
Why: Getting enough sleep is crucial to our well-being. A lack of sleep can negatively affect your mood and performance at work or in school.
Tip: Set a time that you will put your phone down for the night. You can read a physical copy of a book, color, or journal to help you to start winding down and mentally preparing for a restful night.
More Setting Boundaries
Why: Not setting boundaries can lead to higher stress levels for reasons such as overcommitting yourself, participating in projects or activities you dislike, or leading people to create unrealistic expectations.
Tip: Think of one boundary you can set whether at work, or in your relationships, that will allow you to regain some time for yourself.
I hope that you can easily add even one of these tips into your week. Let’s continue our focus on creating a lifestyle that supports your career ambitions and a full, satisfying life outside of work.
As Always, Be Well!
~Jessica
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Resources:
National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Dial “988”
Text Crisis Line: Text “HELLO” to 741741
