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Building Better Mental Health - Coggle Diagram
Building Better Mental Health
Understand The Meaning of Healthy Mental
A balance between work and play, rest and activity, etc
A sense of contentment
Self-confidence and high self-esteem
Make social connection a priority — especially face-to-face
Call a friend or loved one now and arrange to meet up
If you don’t feel that you have anyone to call, reach out to acquaintances
Get out from behind your TV or computer screen
Staying active is as good for the brain as it is for the body
Aim for 30 minutes of activity on most days
Try rhythmic exercise that engages both your arms and legs
Add a mindfulness element to your workouts. Instead of focusing on your thoughts, focus on how your body feels as you move—how your feet hit the ground, for example, the rhythm of your breathing, or the feeling of wind on your skin
Learn how to keep your stress levels in check
Talk to a friendly face
Appeal to your senses
Make leisure time a priority
Make time for contemplation and appreciation
Take up a relaxation practice
Eat a brain-healthy diet to support strong mental health
Foods that adversely affect mood
Sugary snacks
Fried food
Caffeine
Foods with high levels of chemical preservatives or hormones
Trans fats or anything with “partially hydrogenated” oil
Foods that boost mood
Avocados.
Flaxseed.
Beans
Fatty fish rich in Omega-3s
Leafy greens
Fresh fruit
Don’t skimp on sleep — it matters more than you think
wind down, calm the mind, and prepare for sleep, try taking a warm bath, reading by a soft light, listening to soothing music, or practicing a relaxation technique before bed
stick to a regular sleep-wake schedule, even on weekends
Make sure your bedroom is dark, cool, and quiet
Find purpose and meaning in life
Partaking works that provides meaning to yourself and others
Have a good Relationships with others
Caring for a pet