Ways To Improve Your Physical and Mental Wellness
By Naomi Shaw, Guest Contributor!
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It’s so important to make sure you take good care of your body, mind, and soul every day, not just when you get sick. Your daily routines have a huge impact on your physical and mental wellness, so it is important to make sure these routines are contributing to your health in a positive manner. Taking small steps to improve your overall wellness is an important aspect of living a happy, healthy life. Follow these tips to begin making positive changes for your body mind and soul.
Find a Sense of Purpose
One of the most fun and liberating experiences of life is finding our purpose. The best part about finding your purpose in life is that you are the final authority on what it is. Only you can decide on what your aspirations are and how you’ll achieve them.
People find a sense of purpose in many different aspects of life. Some people find a sense of belonging in a local community or group. This can be through organizations, charities, clubs, or even your neighbors. Other people find their drive through their work and throw themselves into a rewarding career. Finding a new activity or hobby is also a fantastic way to refresh your spirits. Whatever you decide on, be sure that it gives you a sense of fulfillment and rewards your dedication.
Eat for Good Health
Nutrition is incredibly important not only for your physical well-being but also for your mental health. If you starve your body of the nutrients it requires you can start to feel depressed, anxious, or angry. Remember that eating is much more complicating than just suppressing the feeling of hunger. Eating properly can prevent illness, promote a strong body, help us to feel happier, and give us more energy alongside countless other benefits.
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Make Time for Relaxation
Even the busiest of people need a rest once in a while. Constantly burning the candle at both ends is stressful and will inevitably lead to exhaustion. This is why it is crucial to set aside time for ourselves every day to do something that helps us to decompress. The possibilities for relaxation are endless. You could
read a book or magazine, take up gardening or cooking, use wireless headphones to listen to your favorite playlist, take a walk through the park, or participate in so many other activities. What’s important is that you should feel less stressed than when you started relaxing. Remind yourself that you cannot be endlessly productive, it will only do more harm than good.
Exercise Regularly
Maintaining an active lifestyle can improve your overall physical and mental health by keeping both your mind and body in shape. Many people find it difficult to exercise consistently, but remember that fitness does not necessarily mean forcing yourself into the gym every day. There are dozens of ways to remain active without ever having to lift a single weight.
Sports are an excellent example of this. Activities like basketball, frisbee golf, biking, and running are all fun ways to exercise. Many of these activities can even be done alone if that’s your style. Hiking is another perfect example of an activity that can keep you in shape, but also has the added benefit of surrounding yourself with the calming vibes of nature.
Regularly Get Enough Sleep
Regularly sleeping 6 to 8 hours a night plays a major factor in a person’s mental and physical wellness. Without enough sleep, your mood will worsen and the day can feel more like a burden than a blessing. Sleep gives our bodies time to recoup from the previous day and allows us to face each morning feeling confident and capable of tackling the day’s tasks.
Remember to relax a little bit before going to bed. It is important to feel ready to end the day when we decide to sleep. Otherwise, the sleep you get may not be restful and you could very well spend more of the night lying awake and frustrated than you do actually sleeping.
Check the Products Used In Your Daily Routines
Your body’s ph levels can play a role in how you feel throughout the day, so it may be worthwhile to use ph indicators to check the ph level of the products you use. For instance, many skincare products can be far too acidic or basic to be used on a daily basis. Creams and cleansers that are ever-so-slightly acidic are generally favored for the health of your skin. Aim for your products to be between 5.3 and 5.7 on the ph scale, slightly less acidic than drinking water which generally ranges from 6 to 7.
Thanks to Naomi Shaw who put this post together! She does wonderfully creative articles!
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She is a freelance journalist and Stay-at-Home mom that enjoys writing on fashion, beauty, green living, and interior design.
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