TOP WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR MENTAL HEALTH? CHECK THESE OUT:
- Relax and reduce stress. Don’t be afraid to do a little trial and error here. When are those moments when you feel the most relaxed? What are you doing? Where are you? Who is with you? Being able to identify some of these are going to be instrumental and finding what works for you.
- Find ways to learn and be creative. What is something you have always wanted to learn? How do you like to be creative? Is it music? Art? Do you like to sew? Or maybe it’s as simple as coloring…but finding that space for it can do wonders for your mental health.
- Spend time in nature. Go for a walk, garden, hike, ride a bike, whatever it is, find what you connect with and do that. Maybe it’s just walking outside barefoot in the grass. But getting that fresh air and Vitamin D from the sun is going to be a win-win situation for your mind and mood.
- Connect with others. Show up to socials and do things that interest you. What kind of relationships do you want? Are you a big crowd, the more the merrier type of person or is it quality that you’re looking for? Knowing this will be extremely helpful when you’re trying to find ways to connect with your community.
- Look after your physical health. It increases dopamine and enorphins. It helps regulate sleep and blood sugar and you will never regret prioritizing your health.
- Try to get enough sleep. Make it a priority. Your body goes through a lot during a sleep cycle, so make sure you’re giving it enough time to get it all done. Environment and routine are going to be critical steps if you are someone who struggles with sleep. If you don’t prioritize sleep, here’s your sign to start doing so.
WHO ARE WE?
Stacy and Kasey, both professionals, entrepreneurs and mamas chat about all things health, wellness and how we manage to make to make ourselves (or not) a priority. Some days are better than others! Stacy is a Health & Wellness professional, working full time as a Fitness & Aquatics Program Manager and also owns her own Wellness Coaching Business. She specializes in working with busy mamas who are ready to gain their confidence back through mindset, fitness & nutrition. Connect with Stacy on Instagram at @stacygartner or visit her website www.stacygartner.com. Kasey is a certified professional who focuses on functional nutrition but is also a SAHM who homeschools all three of her children. She is truly the definition of "doing it all." She focuses on uncovering root causes through specific health protocols that help her clients heal their bodies through nutrition. You can connect with Kasey on Instagram at @kaseystevenswellness or visit her website www.kaseystevens.com
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