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Tips
to Improve Your Mental Health – Every Day
Try
the following tips to help plan a week that will leave you
feeling good, inside and out. If you are receiving treatment
for a mental health problem, these tips can help you manage
your illness and support your treatment and recovery.
SUNDAY Relax
Try meditating, taking a walk in a natural setting, or reaching
out spiritually through prayer. Quiet reflection, alone or
in the company of others, can improve your state of mind,
strengthen your sense of self and community, and give you
time away from a hectic schedule to collect your thoughts
and reenergize for the week ahead.
MONDAY Make a plan
Decide what tasks you need to complete for the
week and make a plan for when and how to do them. If you are
overscheduled, decide what can wait a week or two. If you
don’t have much on your schedule, plan some activities
you’ll look forward to.
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TUESDAY Surround yourself with supportive
people
Make plans with family members and friends, or seek
out activities at which you can meet new people, such as a club,
class or support group. Reconnect with someone you have lost touch
with and create new memories.
WEDNESDAY Take care of
your body
Taking care of yourself physically can improve your mental
health. Be sure to eat nutritious meals, avoid cigarettes, drink
alcohol only in moderation, drink plenty of water, get enough sleep
and exercise regularly.
THURSDAY Give of yourself
Volunteer your time and energy to help someone else.
You’ll feel good about doing something tangible to help someone
in need – and it’s a great way to meet new people who
share your interests and compassion.
FRIDAY Broaden your horizons
Create a change of pace or expand your interests. Explore a new
hobby, plant a garden, plan a road-trip, try a new restaurant, take
dance lessons, or learn to play an instrument or speak another language.
SATURDAY Value yourself
Treat yourself with kindness and respect, and avoid self-criticism.
Take stock of the qualities you like about yourself, your accomplishments
and abilities. Take some time every day to relax, reflect and rejuvenate.
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