People reveal 10 totally obvious things they did that 'massively improved' their mental health: 'Corny simple tips'
One might know that good mental health can work wonders for a person and make their life drastically better. It might also make a person more productive and improve the quality of their experiences and so on. Thankfully, there are simpler ways to achieve better mental health by doing the most obvious things and many people on the internet swear by them. A person, u/e-glitteringprincess, asked people on Reddit, "What massively improved your mental health?" and people shared several easy and doable tips.
Some people believed that a nap in the afternoon made a big difference to how they felt throughout the day, while other people thought that focusing more on themselves than others has helped them massively in their mental health journey. Yet another group of people felt that the most obvious things like eating and sleeping well were absolutely essential to ensure that you are thriving mentally. Another person felt that having a good work-life balance and turning off their work notifications after a certain point in the day was important to them. Here are 10 simple things a person can do to improve their mental health.
1. Afternoon naps
Taking naps like a toddler instead of stressing like an adult. -u/PushedToTheLimitt
2. Stop chasing people
Stopped chasing people and started chasing peace. Best decision ever. -u/anon
3. Eating and sleeping well
It’s a bummer because the best answers are usually the obvious ones . I’d add make sure you’re eating enough. I heard once that 'if you feel like everyone hates you, you need to sleep. If you feel like you hate everyone, you need to eat.' Words to live by. -u/Clementine_Pajamas
4. Turning off phone notifications
My phone automatically switches to DND at 6pm. I favorited family members so they can always get through. -u/Obliviousobi
5. Starting something new
I started painting. I have zero training, zero skill and zero talent. Yet when I'm making an abstract painting, time collapses and I'm in the zone. And it keeps me from doom scrolling so much. -u/sirdigbykittencaesar
6. Deleting social media apps
Deleting Instagram, Snapchat and TikTok. It’s refreshing not knowing what everyone else is doing. -u/a_twinkiestar
7. Writing
Writing. Lots of writing. And writing as an act of objectivity, of understanding oneself. -u/v-blissandblossom
8. Exercise
Exercise twice each week, just 40 minutes of cardio and some weights has made a huge difference. -u/Gloorplz
9. Establishing a routine
Establishing a routine of regular exercise, practicing mindfulness, and setting boundaries with work and personal life significantly improved my mental health. It helped me feel more grounded and in control. -u/shakyadreams
10. Getting therapy
Therapy and getting rid of toxic people. Life has never been smoother or more stress free. -u/mr-anonymity