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5 Easy Ways to Take Care of Your Mental Health

Because brains need to be taken care of too.

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5 Easy Ways to Take Care of Your Mental Health
Alex Falk

1. Stop and Breathe!

If you’ve got a lot on your plate, take a couple minutes to shut your eyes and take deep, slow breaths. Slowing down your heart rate is the best way to clear the mind, and can help you orient yourself and focus on the tasks you have to accomplish.

2. Exercise

Science has shown us time and time again that one of the best ways to de-stress is to workout, so grab your sneakers and head to the gym! You may think you don’t have the time, but it will help calm you down and clear your head so you can do double the amount of work later.

3. Monitor Water Intake

Are you drinking enough water lately? Anxiety often occurs as a result of poor physical health, one of the most common conditions being dehydration. Keep a water bottle with you so you are always aware of how much you're drinking, and stick a lemon in it for an extra boost.

4. Make a To-Do List.

Do you have so many thoughts racing through your head, you're struggling to prioritize? Write down what needs to be accomplished, both long and short term. Keeping yourself organized not only helps to stay focused but is also a great way to remind yourself you're getting tasks done, even if it feels like your not

5. Positive Self-Talk:

Never, ever say you can't. Compliment yourself and accept the position or state you are in. Telling yourself you're going to fail is never going to help you succeed, so buck up and move forward.

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