Tips to be mentally healthy

Well , this is the topic which is very useful for students and all the people suffering from heavy financial loss due to this covid crisis. Being mentally healthy includes being happy , active , positive and concentrated. Mental health is the combined effect of external and internal activities. This topic is highly required and highly ignored at the same time but we should understand that mental health is more important than physical health and should not ignore it.

*Symptoms of weak or decreasing mental health -

1.Memory loss.

2.Insomnia .

3.Overthinking or negative thoughts.

4.Anxiety or depression.

5.Dramatic changes in mood.

6.Losing interests from your favorite hobbies.

1.Memory loss - 

Memory loss is the very first symptom of weak mental health . Brain stops concentrating about work and repeats all the negative thoughts which causes memory loss . 

2.Insomnia -

Almost all the people facing mental health issues are suffering from insomnia. Brain does not allow us to stop thinking about negative things in our free time. Mind reminds you about all the things you lost or you can't achieve and these repetitions of negative thoughts cause insomnia. If you are unable to sleep more than 4 hours then you might have insomnia and you need to give it attention immediately because it can damage your brain and your concentration power.

3.Overthinking or negative thoughts -

Sometimes things don't go in favor but overthinking about it or just thinking negatively about the future only brings stress and depression . If you find yourself unable to overcome then it is a signal that you are not mentally healthy.

4.Anxiety or depression -

Anxiety and depression are the large scale of mental health disorders . Depression is very difficult to overcome and it's recovery is a slow process. Avoiding favorite hobbies , less talking , much sleeping, laughing over silly things or crying over small things are some main symptoms of depression . Whenever you recognize these symptoms in someone try giving him or her a better mental checkup.

5.Dramatic changes in mood - 

 Normal mood swings are very common and natural as well but if someone shows a sharp or dramatic change in mood then it is problematic and one can be disturbed mentally.

6.Losing interests from your favorite hobbies -

Losing interest over favorite work is one of the most common symptoms in depression and stress.

*10 Simple tips to be mentally healthy -

1.Balanced diet.

2.Proper sleep.

3.Do something which makes you happy.

4.Writing.

5.Exercise and yoga.

6.Meditation.

7.Being social and exploring creativity.

8.Expressing feelings.

9.Avoid negative thoughts and people.

10.Avoid alcohol and other addictive things.

1.Balanced diet-

Balanced diet is recommended for physical health as well as for mental health. What you give your body is the way your body works. Eating well and properly is the best way to control all diseases . Some heavy and fatty food can make your body less active and stressful where some energy foods can provide less fat and more energy. We need to understand that the Harmone release in our body is dependent on the diet you are providing the body. One should take a diet with balanced amount of iron and vitamin B-12 because these  two don't let you feel low.

2.Proper sleep -

Body heals itself during sleep . It is very important to sleep at least 8 hour per day because it refreshes the mind and also helps the mind to forget unnecessary things. If you are not able to sleep well , maintain a cool temperature in your room and do exercise in the morning. It would make you sleep well and help you to recover mental health as well as physical health.

3.Do something which makes you happy - 

Doing the hobby you love most helps you to be happy as well as to be creative and vanquish negative thoughts. It might include drawing , fishing , photography or any game . Just do this daily and try to explore your interest about it.

4.Writing - 

Writing is the best way to divert your mind . It might help you to solve problems and focus on necessary stuff. Just write down your experiences you don't share with anyone and try to understand your mistakes. Just write down all your problems and you will find that the problems are not big a deal but the big deal is to avoid obstacles stopping you from solving the problems. Writing is highly recommended for introverts and overthinkers.

5.Exercise and yoga -

Exercise not only keeps the body in shape but also makes us think positively and helps us to be active the whole day. Regular exercise makes you look better which gives you confidence which is very necessary to avoid social anxiety. Yoga heals the body internally and helps the mind to think positively. Practicing yoga and exercise everyday can cure depression and keeps you healthy mentally as well as physically.

6.Meditation -

Meditation heals  mental health. It keeps the mind calm and cool. It helps us to control anger and stress level thus it is the best therapy to increase mental health as well as memory and concentration power. Just sit in any comfortable yoga position , close your eyes and start thinking that all the positivity is getting stored into your mind and you are losing all your negativity. Practice it in the morning for half an hour daily .

7.Being social and exploring creativity -

Being social makes you understand about other opportunities and also makes you feel less anxious to talk to people. Start exploring your creativity through social platforms and start getting value from others. It would help you to be professional and also will help to find a better company to work with. Being social is not only good for mental health but also it is a need of every profession these days.

8.Expressing feelings-

Sometimes it is not easy to share feelings but start fighting against your hesitation. Expressing feelings is as common as expressing physical pain. Just explain about your problems to your trusty friend or parents or any other family member because expressing problems can raise solutions very fast . Not expressing your feelings starts developing anxiety and stress over mind and it might affect memory and concentration power.

9.Avoid negative thoughts and people-

Being mature ,only focusing on making new friends and relations is not important but recognizing the negative personalities around you and removing them is very important. Just avoid being with negative personalities . They might pull you into their negativity and can give you much stress and anxiety.

10.Avoid alcohol and other addictive things -

Alcohol , smoking or other addictions directly affects memory and stress level . These addictions start vanishing the mind and thus it becomes a body tendency after long use of these products. Alcohol can give relief from stress for a while but the next day it comes with more stress and thus it increases the stress level and it might damage the brain . It also affects physical health badly. One should also avoid using drinks full of caffeine . It might hurt your mental health.