Transition to Fall With Good Mental Health
By Genevieve Cunningham
It's not fall yet -- in fact, we're still in the middle of the heat and sun of summer. But it won't be long until we're all thinking about the cooler winds and holiday fun of fall. Though most of us look forward to this time of year, it's also safe to say that the transition is difficult. Fall comes with new schedules and new activities, and it can be a little stressful in the beginning. In fact, it's through these transitions that many see their mental health suffer a bit. So how can we protect ourselves? If you would like to prepare yourself for the transition into fall, take a look at these tips to protect your mental health starting now.
Create a Sustainable Routine
Everything works better when it's a routine. If you want to protect your mental health, you need two routines starting right now. First, create daily routines. This includes wake up times, bedtimes, and eating schedules. Our bodies and minds like these kinds of routines and thrive when we use them. Second, you need routines surrounding your mental health. You might need an activity that relieves stress. You might need a morning ritual that calms the nerves. Find and set these routines, and your mental health will be better off.
Get Plenty of Rest
Rest affects everything in the body. This is also true for your mental health. If you don't get enough rest, both the body and the mind suffer. In order to get enough rest, you need to go to bed at the same time every day, eliminate distractions, and make your environment comfortable. The more quality rest that you get, the easier it is to stay on top of things such as the state of your mental health.
Focus on Relationships
Relationships are key to so much in life. For mental health, relationships can make or break your well-being. Don't rely on those online friends to help you through hard times. Focus on the relationships with family, real life friends, and the people that you physically see every day. These are the people who can help you see problems when they arise and suggest help when it's needed.
Anytime change is coming, it can be difficult to navigate physical and mental well-being. But don't let this get in the way of easing into the fun of fall. Use these tips to make the transition easier and to keep your mental health in check along the way.
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