Mental health is just as important as physical health. Really. Most of us spend time concentrating on our bodies and trying to get into shape or to stay in shape. At least we talk about doing so, and hope that we will do so at some point. But few of us take the time for our mental health. It seems funny, in our busy lives, to think that we should take time out for ourselves; that we need time to relax, to reflect on our lives and to energise ourselves. But, we really do. So, here are some suggestions for how to keep your mental health in check when your life is spinning before your eyes.
1. Night time routine - Most people are willing to do something to relax at night. Once the kids are in bed, the lunches are made, the work is done...take a bubble bath, read a book in bed, or listen to some calming music. Television usually doesn't count in this area. It doesn't really help you to unwind. But, if it's something that really brings you satisfaction, then you can use this as well.
2. Take a day off of work for yourself - Really! Can you imagine how great it would be to take an entire day off of work, not because a child is sick or you need to get something done. This is a day off just for yourself. Do anything that you want to do - it's your day.
3. Turn your phone off for an entire day over the weekend. Imagine how great it would be not to answer the phone, not to think about anything for an entire day and to relax however you want to.
This are just a few of the many ways to give yourself a mental health day. Try it - you just might find that you really like it!
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