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30 Small Ways To Improve Your Mental Health Every Day This Month

Do one task every day to improve your mental health!

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30 Small Ways To Improve Your Mental Health Every Day This Month

1. Clean out your car.

Tip: Remove all water bottles and trash to make yourself more organized!

2. Clean your room.

Tip: Get rid of clothes that you haven't worn in the past three years and make your bed!

3. Take a long shower or bath.

Tip: Put bubbles in your bath to make it more relaxing!

4. Make yourself a delicious and healthy meal.

Tip: A good meal doesn't have to be super complicated!

5. Exercise.

Tip: Even a short walk counts!

6. Message a childhood friend that you have not talked to in a while.

Tip: It is good to reminisce on times when we were younger and remember when things were simpler.

7. Do a work assignment that you have been meaning to catch up on.

Tip: It isn't worth the stress! Do the assignment and don't think about it again!

8. Do a work assignment that is due in the future.

Tip: Do it today so you don't have to think about it in the future just in case you have a hard day.

9. Clean your face and do your hair! Spa day!

Tip: Even if it is just splashing your face with water and using some hair clips. Nothing too fancy needed!

10. Do some yoga.

Tip: There are so many good YouTube yoga videos that can help!

11. Order some food.

Tip: Order your favorite food because sometimes cooking can be too much.

12. Make a list of what you love about yourself.

Tip: Everyone is special in their own way. How are you?

13. Watch your favorite show.

Tip: Netflix is a great way to unwind and spend some time by yourself.

14. Start your day with your favorite drink.

Tip: Starbucks has great drinks that can make you feel relaxed.

15. Write down three small goals you have and try and complete them throughout the day!

Tip: Don't do big tasks! Instead, do something like clean the dishes.

16. Spend time with a furry friend.

Tip: if you have a pet, play with them, and appreciate them!

17. Show some love!

Tip: Spend time with a loved one and tell them how special they are.

18. Go off social media for the day.

Tip: Social media can be stressful! Take a break and shut off your phone for the day.

19. Hang out with friends!

Tip: Spending time with friends doing nothing can help make you smile and laugh!

20. Text your family!

Tip: Send an "I love you text" to your mom and dad!

21. Try a new hobby!

Tip: Painting and drawing is something you can do from the comfort of your own bed and is incredibly relaxing!

22. Take an adventure in your own town!

Tip: Take a hike or walk through the town center.

23. Go to bed early.

Tip: Sleep is super important for our mental health, get some extra tonight!

24. Go outside and lay in the sun!

Tip: The sun is a great way to get Vitamin D, which is necessary for our wellbeing.

25. Have your favorite candy.

Tip: Chocolate and sweets are good for the soul.

26. Buy yourself a nice piece of clothing.

Tip: Retail therapy really works!

27. Meditate!

Tip: Being one with yourself can help you think positively.

28. FaceTime a friend!

Tip: Sometimes leaving bed can be hard — FaceTime a friend to still keep in touch!

29. Make a new dish!

Tip: Challenge yourself and try and make a meal that you have always wanted to try!

30. Have a wine night with friends!

Tip: sometimes relaxing with a glass of wine and some friends can be all you need.

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