May is Mental Health month and to celebrate it we will be posting ways to work on your wellness for each day of the month! Please feel free to share these posts so that we can promote good mental health! Check back often as we add new tips!
Wellness Tip #1: Start a gratitude/achievement journal. This will have many positive benefits toward your mental health and being able to look back on your accomplishments will boost your self esteem!
Wellness Tip #2: Can’t seem to put the pieces together? Maybe you need to take a mental health screen! Click here to see if you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. *Thus is just a tool to use. It does not replace seeking professional help from a mental health provider.
Wellness Tip #3: Find out what fun things are going on in your city this summer and plan a day around them!
Wellness Tip #4: Focus on what you do best first, then move on to something more challenging.
Wellness Tip #5: Create a better environment for sleeping by turning the thermostat down! The more sleep you get, the better you’ll feel! Rest well!
Wellness Tip #6: Taking small steps toward self-improvement can elevate your mood!
Wellness Tip #7: Let your creative juices flow and see how much better you feel!
Wellness Tip #8: Do something kind for a loved one; healthy relationships can bring joy to your life!
Wellness Tip #9: Finally, an excuse to eat chocolate! Remember, the darker the better.
Wellness Tip #10: Adult coloring books are all the rage right now! Try it and see how relaxing it can be!
Wellness Tip #11: Invest in some essential oils or buy lavender and vanilla scented candles!
Wellness Tip #12: If you’re looking for someone you can relate to, check out www.mentalhealthamerica.net/feelslike
Wellness Tip #13: Even a fake laugh can help because it often leads to the real thing! Try it!
Wellness Tip #14: Unplug for a day and see how free you feel!
Wellness Tip #15: Liven up boring routines like doing the chores with dancing!
Wellness Tip #16: Don’t hold that yawn in! Let it out and reap those benefits!
Wellness Tip #17: Relieve stress by having a soak in a warm bath!
Wellness Tip #18: Starting a journal is a great way to get rid of negative thoughts!
Wellness Tip #19: Spending time with pets has been proven to increase happiness!
Wellness Tip #20: Listening to music can make you feel happier!
Wellness Tip #21: Feel more in control of your life by meal prepping or picking our your clothes for the week!
Wellness Tip #22: Don’t forget to incorporate some omega-3’s into your diet either with supplements or different foods!
Wellness Tip #23: Working out doesn’t seem so bad when you do it with friends! Set goals and have friendly competitions to help motivate each other!
Wellness Tip #24: Plan a day of fun activities with your family or close friends! It will do wonders for your mood!
Wellness Tip #25: Just 15 minutes in the sunlight can elevate your mood, but don’t forget to wear sunscreen!
Wellness Tip #26: Try spending some time in nature to make yourself feel better!
Wellness Tip #27: Show someone how grateful you are for hem by sending a thank you note!
Wellness Tip #28: Something as simple as a smile can change your mood!
Wellness Tip #29: Is there something you always wanted to do but were too scared? Take a chance and do it!
Wellness Tip #30: You are what you think, so make those thoughts positive!
Wellness Tip #31: People who meditate are generally happier, more centered, and less prone to anger and frustration.
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