Mind Stress
I have never met a depressed person in my entire life who doesn't want to be helped with mental health so this post is for the same reason. It is not meant for harm but I am posting this because I just want others to know that they are not alone. We all know someone who is struggling mentally, this is why we have started today's new year 2021 by being more mindful and getting through 2020 as much as possible to reduce mental health problems. Mental illness can affect many parts of your life. One area which will determine if you stay in a healthy relationship, be successful or become complacent with love, friendships and even relationships with children. Some people may go to therapy to help them understand what is happening in their lives or to just feel better about themselves. But the bottom line is that you are not alone, there are millions of us who suffer from some form of mental illness. Here are the most common ways that our minds are broken and can contribute majorly to poor mental health that could be detrimental to our ability to live a long, happy and healthy life.
Some factors affect mental health such as childhood trauma. Whether it is trauma from witnessing an accident, witnessing abuse or abuse from coworkers or family members, or just bullying or any other negative impact on relationships as a child you are at risk for chronic mental health problems such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders and suicidal ideation. These things are extremely common. There are also medical issues like schizophrenia and dementia which can cause mental health problems such as anxiety, sleep disorder and sleeping too much. Although most people suffer physically and mentally, the latter is far more serious than the former. If you are a victim of these types of conditions I would share some tips and advice for mental health, it's important that anyone suffering knows these things exist all around the world and also it can be very easy to find good support to do something about them. I want to share the following facts with you. First off that there is no cure for depression or anxiety; we still need to treat it and only treatment can provide relief. As long as you are taking medication or using antidepressants they can aid in managing symptoms of severe mental illnesses. You can use both over-the-counter medications and drugs that can help with anxiety or depression, they include Advil®, Zoloft ®, Selective Nerve Stimulation (SNICK®) and various anti-depressants such as Prozac and Lexapro®. This is a list of those medications that you will hear most often while searching for mental health treatments. Any drug or service for mental health must be medically supervised and approved. Please always ask when you are doing a treatment for anxiety and/or depression. Because there are certain side effects and risks involved with many medications including alcohol misuse, using marijuana, and cocaine is illegal. Never ever try to avoid using prescription medications for anything except for eating disorders and medications for anxiety and depression. In terms of smoking weed, cigarettes, cannabis or weed, please never smoke weed unless prescribed by a physician and always talk with a pharmacist before starting a smoking habit because smoking weed is dangerous; use responsibly. Use only tobacco products when you smoke weed. Never ever use nicotine-based smoking devices, they contain nicotine and are harmful, smoking has serious health effects and can lead to death. Use electronic cigarettes and vape pens instead. Smoking weed should always be avoided and treated like smoking tobacco. Do everything you can to learn about staying healthy, have fun and enjoy yourself and your family and friends every day, I want you to think there are no serious mental health problems and no one is trying to make you feel guilty as there are many and there really is no cure. You are your own expert and are responsible for knowing the best way to take care of yourself and those around you. So let's continue on. The first thing you need to look into is diet, the American Heart Association recommends avoiding eating processed sugars and refined grains and sugar substitutes. Eating foods rich in iodine, Vitamin A & C, Vitamin E & K are very good sources of nutrients required for normal brain function. Consuming foods high in fibre, vitamins, minerals and protein will likely make you more alert, awake and refreshed. Another thing you need to keep in mind is exercise, it starts and finishes in the body; however, we need to be aware of whether we do not increase our heart rate during vigorous exercise. Exercise has been shown to decrease blood pressure. Even just going outside for a walk at least three times a week can be beneficial. Your general health is also affected by exercise, if you need to eat a snack before going out for some exercise, it can help to slow down your digestion process. People with type 2 diabetes or obesity are also encouraged to exercise, when you reach 80 years old your blood pressure increases and that is why we advise everyone to keep active to prevent developing Type II Diabetes. For more information about working out, you can visit the NIH website for its latest research and studies. When you are starting to lose weight, maintain your weight and be careful with portion size. Losing large amounts of weight may cause your blood pressure to rise and you could start a cycle of heart problems, kidney disease and other health conditions that could lead to premature death. Being overweight/obese, if you have had it for a while, will not only lead to physical and mental health problems but also can cause an increased risk of having heart diseases. Many obese people have already had a heart attack. That's why we advise against gaining any excess fat in the stomach and reducing portion sizes. Lastly but importantly you should learn how to manage relationships and whether or not you are emotionally ready to meet the demands of a romantic partner. We all experience emotional distress due to our past experiences. Learning how to put things together again can be difficult at first but it can be done slowly. Allowing someone else (your partner, spouse, friend or even a relative) to change and grow with you can help to build a strong connection with him/her. Regardless of where you are coming from or what level of education you have, it is important to realize that there are many different paths that others are taking and this makes us as individuals less likely to end up being alone in an unhappy marriage/relationship. We need to allow ourselves to forgive and forget. Remember, the key is to be forgiving; forgiving others and yourself of the mistakes you made, and move on and see how it feels to be able to forgive and forget. Make sure to listen to music, reading, TV or podcasts that promote forgiveness and forgiveness. Also, learning about forgiveness allows for forgiveness and forgiveness, because forgiveness and forgiveness are two completely different concepts. You don’t have to stop listening to music, podcasts, or read it, but simply try to learn why people have forgiven you and then try not to repeat the same mistake in future. Know this, no single person is perfect, there will always be flaws and sometimes one person can show a flaw in you we cannot forgive, the key is to know and accept them. Remember, the forgiveness of faults is important, especially if they are done wrong but also if you do something wrong as well. Try not to hold on to toxic relationships, it's not easy to forgive and forget and trust me it does not mean you should lose it all in the name of forgiveness. Find other ways that you and your partner will be together for longer than expected. Sometimes as soon as you get into another relationship with another person or find that relationship with another person you decide to move on. Don’t be ashamed to give up something that you do not want. Give it to you, not expect it to happen. Life happens, it's okay and you deserve to live a wonderful life you've always wanted. Never let others tear it away from you. Never let anyone say what you are supposed to do and what you should do for them, sometimes we try to find solace in somebody's life and need them to tell us what we are supposed to do; it's not their job. Always try to understand yourself, and I'm not talking necessarily about self-acceptance here, but a willingness to let your needs and wants come first. I am sure you know all about loneliness and other things. To overcome the stigma and fight the stereotypes about mental illness you need to educate yourself, I am not saying you must be obsessed all day; it is hard enough, but you must know you are not alone and you must know that you are not alone, there are thousands of others going through a similar situation. Most people spend all the money on therapy, medication and counselling, the truth is, therapy is ineffective, it helps but is expensive and rarely effective. Medication and counselling are equally effective. Counselling is helpful but may not always be effective. It never hurts to be patient, try not to go too fast and make the decision about whether to seek professional help, not too late. I believe that there are lots of resources out there that will help you learn coping strategies and methods of improving your mood and mental health. Not only can you use technology in helping you cope with stress but you can visit books, seminars and online classes to help you learn different techniques and coping skills to help you better handle mental illness. Visit National Institutes of Health websites for credible programs, there are numerous seminars across the United States but there are also online classes, podcasts and webinars available from time to time. Take advantage of your health insurance and plan well for the future and for you. You might be surprised at how much help you can get from your health insurance, most insurers offer 24-hour emergency room services, this can help you stay safe in case you fall ill. Learn to speak and hear about stress management by visiting Stress.org, there is information and many other things to find out about mental stress.

