How To Manage Your Mental Health: 8 Healthy Habits All People Need To Practice

If you feel like your mental health is taking a toll on you, don’t worry! You aren’t alone.

Dim McNami
4 min readOct 26, 2022

Mental health is a fragile thing.

It can be difficult to manage on a daily basis, and it’s even more challenging to keep up during stressful times. Most people go through this at one point or another in their lives. The key is learning how to manage your mental health as much as possible and making sure it doesn’t interfere with your life too much.

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Here are some habits that will help you manage your mental health and stay stress-free as much as possible.

Go for a walk

One of the easiest ways to manage your mental health is to go for a walk.

Studies have shown that walking can boost serotonin and dopamine levels (two hormones contributing to a person’s mood) by up to 20%. Moods are also more likely to improve when people walk in nature than when they walk in a built-up area.
Walking is also a great form of exercise that can help combat anxiety, stress, and even depression. Physical activity releases endorphins in the body, which is why people often feel happier after working out. If you struggle with anxiety, it might be a good idea to invest in a pair of headphones to go with your walk. This will allow you to listen to some music and drown out any noise from the outside world that might trigger you.

Practice mindfulness

Mindfulness is a practice that has been shown to help people manage anxiety and cope with mental illness in general.

In order to practice mindfulness, you have to learn how to pay attention to the present moment. This means that instead of being caught up in the past or worrying about the future, you should focus all your attention on what’s happening right now.
You can practice mindfulness while going for a walk, taking a bath, or doing any other activity that doesn’t require a lot of mental effort. The goal is to clear your mind and enjoy the current moment as much as possible.

Learn to forgive yourself

We’re all human and make mistakes.

This is a fact of life, and it’s something that you should always remember. But forgiving yourself isn’t easy, and it can take a while to get to that point. Self-forgiveness is a long, difficult process and it can be really helpful to find a therapist who can help you navigate that journey. When it comes to mental health, anxiety and depression can be greatly affected by one’s self-image. If you have an unhealthy or negative view of yourself, you might suffer from more mental illnesses as a result. On the other hand, forgiveness and positive self-talk can lower anxiety and help you manage your mental health more effectively.

Don’t skimp on the sleep

Sleep is one of the best ways to manage your mental health, but it’s something that lots of people don’t prioritize.

Sleep is when your body regenerates and recharges, so if you don’t get enough of it, your mental health will suffer greatly. You should aim to get seven to nine hours of sleep a night if you want to stay healthy and manage your mental health. Going without sleep for a few days in a row will start to take a toll on your mental health. Being sleep-deprived makes it harder to deal with stress, and it can cause anxiety and mood disorders as well.

Put together a support network

Having a support network of people who understand what you’re going through can be really helpful when you’re trying to manage your mental health.

Whether you choose to reach out to your partner, best friend, or family member, having someone to confide in can help you feel less alone and less stressed. If you haven’t done so already, it’s important to seek professional help if your mental health is affecting your life significantly. You should also try to seek out a support network of people who have gone through similar things as you. This can help you connect with people who understand what you’re going through and know what advice to give.

Take care of your body

The way you treat your body has a significant impact on your mental health.

Eat lots of fruits and vegetables, drink lots of water, and get plenty of exercises. This will help you avoid depression and anxiety, and it will make you feel more energized and positive overall. If you struggle with anxiety, it’s also a good idea to ensure you get enough sleep and take frequent breaks during the day. It’s easy to get overwhelmed when you’re dealing with anxiety, but by taking breaks and getting enough sleep, you can make sure that it doesn’t take over your life.

Your mental health is an important part of your life, and you need to practice good habits to make sure that it stays in tip-top shape. We hope that you find these habits helpful and that they allow you to live a happier, healthier life. Remember that you are loved and that you matter.

Take good care of yourself to enjoy life to the fullest.

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Dim McNami
Dim McNami

Written by Dim McNami

design director / head of product development / games / ΔΦ / co-owner of @TSSRovers / #TeamOM / @Saints / flâneur / mcnami.com

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