October is depression and mental health awareness month. These are topics often not talked about in our work or personal lives, but mental health disorders are a problem for millions of American workers. As our world gets more and more confusing, we need to be much more cognizant of how this is affecting the minds of ourselves and the people in our circle. If you are eager to participate, this website has some good ideas on how to promote mental well-being this month. Click here.
If you think that you might be struggling with your mental health there are some things you can do to help. First of all you can talk to someone you trust. Find someone that you feel comfortable with and just have a conversation. Let them know what is going in your life and how you are feeling.
Another thing you can do is exercise more and eat right. It seems like television tells us to eat a bucket of chicken or a gallon of ice cream when you are struggling with something. That is not a good idea. Instead make sure you are eating a healthy diet. Get on the treadmill if you can and run a couple of miles. Go for a walk and enjoy the beauty of nature. These things will help you far more than an overload of sugar or cooking oil!
A support group is a good thing to be a part of, especially for those who are struggling with the same issues. It is a great place to share openly and honestly about what you are going through. A good support group can help you get through the troubles in your life.
Finding something that makes you happy is also beneficial to your mental health. No, I am not talking about robbing banks or doing something dangerous! It can be something simple, like spending time with your pet or going for a walk at the zoo.
Remember, you are not alone. Many people struggle with their mental health. It is time we talked about it.
Good tips
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