Tips to Boost Mental and Physical Health
Introduction • Living with a mental health condition, like any illness, can make life challenging. While the right treatment can help, overall wellness includes a balance of physical, mental and spiritual health.
Tips to Boost Mental and Physical Health • • • • •
Take your medications as prescribed Treat your body nicely Gardening and yardwork Know when to ask for help Watch the uppers and downers
Take your Medications as Prescribed • Whether for your physical or mental health, taking medications regularly and as your doctor prescribes is important. If something isn’t controlling your symptoms or is giving you side effects, let your prescriber know so you can explore your options.
Treat Your Body Nicely • Find a diet that works for you and that you can sustain long-term. Make sure to get enough sleep. Do anything that gets your body moving, your heart rate up and you out into the fresh air to help improve your health.
Gardening and Yardwork • It is great because not only does it increase your physical activity, but it also gives you an excuse to be outside. Pulling weeds, mowing the lawn, trimming the hedge, and raking leaves are all very physically taxing and like cleaning, they use a range of muscle groups.
Know When to Ask for Help • Even Superman can’t defeat kryptonite. We all have times when we are spread too thin emotionally and need a helping hand. This is when our friends and family can offer us love and support, but sometimes we also need the help of a professional.
Watch the Uppers and Downers • It’s important for anyone, but especially those with a mental health condition, to be mindful about what substances they consume — and how much. Alcohol can be an easy way to overcome social anxiety for a few hours, but a nasty hangover, guilt over poor decisions, interactions with your medications and possible misuse of the substance have longer-term consequences.
• Human beings are social creatures and we need interaction with others to really thrive. Whether it’s spending time with your family, your friends or co-workers, make sure to reach out to others and build relationships.
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