How to Maintain your Mental Health

Mental health is something that has always been a topic of discussion, but in the last few years it has become a much more talked about topic. This is mainly because of what's going on in the world right now, but this also sparks more people to talk about their own mental health and it helps to destigmatize mental illness. We all know that we should take care of our body with exercise and good diet, but it's important to take care of our 'mental' body too.

This post will teach you some tips on how to maintain your mental health and feel better in times where you are feeling down or stressed out.

First, you should start off with a basic level of mental health by making sure that your physical health is good. Stress, which we will talk about later, worsens the symptoms of mental illnesses. And there is nothing worse than being stressed and anxious while you are sick. Some people may be able to manage it but most need to just focus on feeling better first before they can think about managing mental health.

Also, make sure your sleep schedule is set up right so that it is easier for your body to cope with stress and anxiety. If you are having trouble getting enough sleep during the week because of school or work then try waking up a little earlier on the weekends so that you have time to get more sleep in. Your body needs this time to rest, and you need it too. Taking care of yourself will give you the energy and attitude to tackle your anxiety.

So make sure that you have a healthy sleep schedule whenever possible.

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In the morning, drink at least half a cup of black tea or coffee. This can help while handling your anxiety and stress in the day. You can also drink water instead of tea or coffee if you prefer it better for your body, as well as it being cheaper! Then start out with some clean detoxing colonics every week (one per week is recommended). If you can't afford colonics then start out with a simple detoxing tea like this one .

Before bed, take some 5-HTP to help you feel relaxed. Take about 200mg at around 4 p.m.

You can also make a relaxing tea for better relaxation and sleep quality at night. Here are the ingredients you will need: 1 teaspoon of chamomile tea leaves , 2 teaspoons of lavender flowers , 1 teaspoon of lemon balm leaves , 1 inch of fresh ginger , and boiling water . Then just put all the ingredients in a mug, cover with boiling water and cover it with a lid or plate while it is steeping (so that the heat stays on while the tea is steeping). After about 7-10 minutes, the tea should be ready. Then drink it just before bedtime.

Some people may find them taste really bad. But then some people might find them taste delicious so that's something to try!

You can also add a few drops of essential oils for additional relaxation or better sleep quality as well.

But getting enough sleep every night is crucial in maintaining your mental health. Whether you are following a healthy lifestyle, medication, or where this is all you can do to cope with stress and anxiety, sleeping will always be needed at night.

The first thing that you need to start with, is clean detoxing colonics . This will help all the toxins build up out of your colon so that your system can function better.

If you are struggling with anxiety and stress then you may also want to take a look at some supplements for those who are suffering from depression or anxiety. There are many types of supplements out there and it's hard to know what works best for your body. But this list should give you a start on finding some easy ones!

Some of these supplements will help with mood, or even focus and concentration . 

So take these supplements and see how they work for you! If you have any other questions about these products, feel free to ask! Other Natural Ways To Cope With Stress and Anxiety

You can also try out some natural things that are all around us and are really easy to acquire. Go outside and talk to a friend or family member. It may not be possible in your everyday life, but it will help to destigmatize mental illness. Go do something fun and creative. Some hobbies that feel good are drawing, painting, singing (learn new songs!), or even watching a movie at home. 

If you are really struggling with mental illness, you can try doing a light form of exercise. Things like taking walks outside, or even just running on the treadmill at home. You don't have to do a lot, but it will make you feel better. 

Another recommendation that I have is aromatherapy . I know this may not seem like something that would help with your mental health, but it really does! Aromatherapy helps with your mood and stress levels. So if you don't mind smelling like flowers for a day or two, then go ahead and try out some lavender (I would recommend this one ).

Conclusion

All of these things will help you in your everyday life and also when you are feeling stressed or anxious. If you follow them, I hope that your mental health improves. And if you need a little more help then look into finding a therapist. It is okay to talk to strangers about things going on in your life and they can give advice and tips on other things to try. And if you want even more natural ways to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression then check out this post by The Mindfulness Project .