{"id":2684,"date":"2023-01-25T11:24:08","date_gmt":"2023-01-25T14:24:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aleyork.com\/?p=2684"},"modified":"2023-01-30T22:17:49","modified_gmt":"2023-01-31T01:17:49","slug":"como-eu-cuido-da-minha-saude-mental","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aleyork.com\/en\/2023\/01\/25\/como-eu-cuido-da-minha-saude-mental\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do I Take Care of My Mental Health?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>I know that many people have their own ways of taking care of their mental health. Some habits are very common, but we always have to respect the individuality of each one. My methods may not work for you and vice versa.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"540\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aleyork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/imagem-cuidado-saude-mental.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2674\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aleyork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/imagem-cuidado-saude-mental.jpg 540w, https:\/\/www.aleyork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/imagem-cuidado-saude-mental-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.aleyork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/imagem-cuidado-saude-mental-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.aleyork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/imagem-cuidado-saude-mental-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.aleyork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/imagem-cuidado-saude-mental-12x12.jpg 12w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>                <br><strong>1.<\/strong> I love to write. It's very therapeutic for me and helps to organize my thoughts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2.<\/strong> I vent to my friends and some family members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3.<\/strong> I practice gratitude daily even if I complain a little bit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4<\/strong>I have supervision (a meeting with my Supervisor) to review my clients and things related to my work. Supervision helps me to reflect on my practice and attitudes at work; it also helps to identify areas for improvement and put development strategies into practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5.<\/strong> I listen to my favorite music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6.<\/strong> I love to drive and sing with loud music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>7.<\/strong> I watch pranks on Youtube, podcasts or T\u00f4 de Gra\u00e7a (Brazilian TV show).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>8<\/strong>I listen to podcasts related to mental health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>9.<\/strong> I follow comedy profiles on Instagram and watch videos to laugh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>10.<\/strong> I follow psychologists, profiles that address information about mental health and encourage human resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>11.<\/strong> I'm passionate about animal videos, especially if it has a dog or cat. I always watch for fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>12<\/strong>. I get my nails done after work and I go to the restaurant for dinner whenever I can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>13.<\/strong> I take a relaxing shower in the dark, but I turn on the light in the hallway to lighten it up a bit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>14<\/strong>I often say NO to things I don't want.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>15<\/strong>I choose a day of the week to have a romantic dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>16<\/strong>I spend the weekend with my friends when I have free time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>17<\/strong>. I drink with my friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>18.<\/strong> I read affirmation sentences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>19.<\/strong> I do guided meditation for 5 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>20.<\/strong> I shop online at cheap sites like Amazon, Walmart, Shein, Just Fabulous, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>21.<\/strong> I like to join groups that discuss topics that interest me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>22. <\/strong>I book doctor's appointments for a checkup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>23.<\/strong> I read about mental health issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>24.<\/strong> I plan trips with friends and family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>25.<\/strong> Lighting scented candles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>26.<\/strong> I drink herbal tea, usually chamomile to calm my mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>27.<\/strong> I make lunch to gather my family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>28<\/strong>I decorate the house and have themed parties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>29.<\/strong> I use my massage devices to relax.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>30.<\/strong> I help people in need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>31.<\/strong> I try to eat a healthy diet with lots of vegetables and fruits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>32.<\/strong> I donate when I can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>33.<\/strong> I talk to God. He gives me hope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>34.<\/strong> I sleep when I'm mentally tired. Sleep recharges my energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:700\">These are just a few things that I practice on a daily basis. What about you? What have you been doing to improve your mental health?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are living in an era where it is essential to get the support we need to make real changes in our lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every year, more people have some form of mental illness around the world and these illnesses have symptoms that make life difficult in some way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are some people who already have a tendency, but the reality is that it can happen to anyone. It doesn't matter your age, gender, race or income level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thankful for the advances in medicine, mental health conditions have become more treatable. If people have access to the right resources, they have the possibility to improve and prosper too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So the inclusion of some habits and therapy can help you. You will be supported by experts who will address particular issues, common mental health concerns and they will offer you reliable tools to overcome your challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are people who will say: - My mental health is very good; it's good that you have because I want to see the good in people. However, even if your mental health is excellent right now, it's smart to take steps to protect it. We always have to take care of ourselves because life is made of ups and downs. In addition, acquiring more information can help friends or family members who are experiencing difficulties. You can inspire those around you to seek help if you can spot the signs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Our mental health is important!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Be sure to download my free e-book on how to improve your mental health. (It\u2019s in Portuguese)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aleyork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ebook-ale.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2721\" width=\"403\" height=\"327\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aleyork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ebook-ale.png 537w, https:\/\/www.aleyork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ebook-ale-300x244.png 300w, https:\/\/www.aleyork.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/ebook-ale-15x12.png 15w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 403px) 100vw, 403px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-black-background-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aleyork.com\/en\/#ebook\">Download E-book<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sei que muitas pessoas tem seus pr\u00f3prios m\u00e9todos para cuidar da sa\u00fade mental. Alguns h\u00e1bitos s\u00e3o bem comuns, mas temos que sempre respeitar a individualidade de cada um. Os meus m\u00e9todos talvez n\u00e3o sirvam para voc\u00ea e vice-versa. 1. Eu adoro escrever. \u00c9 muito terap\u00eautico pra mim e ajuda a organizar meus pensamentos. 2. 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