Mental Health Solutions for Work, School, and Home
By Brandi Goodman
Mental health is declining in many people. Whether you're stressed about work, having a tough time in school, or suffer from a horrible home life, your mental well-being can drastically drop and become a major concern. With some solutions in mind, you can work toward bettering your mental health and trying to find ways to cope -- no matter where you're located at the time.
Work
It can be tough to experience a hard day while you're working. Your mind may be scattered and worried about other things, making it hard to focus on the tasks at hand. You can try keeping a journal on hand so you can jot down a positive note when you're feeling down. Keeping your mind on the positive can help prevent you from falling into such a negative mindset that only worsens your mental health.
If you're having a particularly hard day, it may be wise to take a sick day. It's not ideal when you're dealing with financial stressors, but it may be what you need to help your mind. A mental health day allows you to recoup and get your mind back on the job so you can focus better when you're back at work.
School
A mental health day is also wise when you're struggling at school. Sometimes, you just need to get away for a day and do something you enjoy. Spending time enjoying yourself and focusing on your own mental well-being can help you prepare for the daily school grind again.
Finding something to help occupy your mind while you're at school may also help. Listen to music if you're able to. Doodle on the back of your notebook. Use your lunch break to read. Take a quick walk around campus and boost your endorphins with a bit of exercise.
Home
Finding a happy space within your home that's all your own is key to making it feel more satisfying to be there. Even if it's a small space, such as a desk, it can still help keep you centered and allow you to focus your mind on something enjoyable. Surround your space with pictures of family or friends you care about. Include something creative to do, whether it be a book to read, a paper and pencil for sketching, or needles and yarn to crochet.
Make your mental health matter no matter where you're at. Whether you're at work, school, or home, you need to find coping techniques and solutions that work for you to help keep a level head and fight symptoms of anxiety and depression the best you can. If you still struggle, it may be time to see a professional and get the added assistance you need so you can thrive.
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