Simple Habits for Health:  In recent years, a lot of efforts have been made to spread awareness about how important it is to take care of mental health (boost mental health). However, due to deteriorating lifestyle, work pressure and the race to get ahead, we often fail to pay attention to our mental health.

Due to these reasons, many mental problems like stress, depression, anxiety surround us. Therefore, today we are going to tell you some such tips (Mental Health Care Tips) with the help of which you can maintain your mental health. 

get plenty of sleep

• Why it is important- Sleep gives our body and mind time to rest. Not getting enough sleep can cause problems like stress, anxiety and depression.
• How much sleep should you get- Most adults need 7-9 hours of sleep per day.

Tips for better sleep-

• Set a fixed time for sleeping and waking up.
• Do not use mobile or computer before sleeping.
• Keep the bedroom dark, quiet and cool.
• Use a comfortable bed and pillows.

Eat a healthy diet

• Why is it important- A healthy diet nourishes our body and improves our mood.
• What to eat: Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins
• Foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as fish, walnuts, and flax seeds
• What not to eat-  Excess sugar, saturated fat, and processed food items.

Exercise regularly

• Why is it important- Exercise releases endorphins, which make us feel happy and stress free.
• How much exercise do you do: Do ​​at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise or 75 minutes of high intensity exercise in a week.
• What type of exercise do you do-  walking, running, yoga, swimming, or any other physical activity

Practice stress management techniques

• Why is it important- Stress can be harmful to our mental health.

Stress management techniques-

• Meditation
• Deep breathing
• sum
• Spending Time in Nature
• listening to music
• take up a hobby

Strengthen social connections

• Why it is important – Strong social connections give us support and love and keep us from feeling alone.

Ways to strengthen social relationships-

• Spend time with friends and family
• Meet new people
• Join a group or club
• Help someone

Keep these things in mind too

• Seek help from a therapist – If you are suffering from stress, anxiety or depression, then contact a therapist.
• Stay away from addiction- Taking alcohol and drugs is harmful for mental health .
• Practice self-care – Don't forget to take care of your body and mind.
• Keep positive thinking- Positive thinking helps in improving our mental health.