Time for a Mental Wellness Check-in

Being healthy is not just about physical health but also mental health. How we feel, what we think, and the ways that we deal with stress are all part of this journey to mental wellness which includes emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Unfortunately, many of us may not be aware of the impact mental wellness has on our overall health. On this World Mental Health Day, I hope to increase that awareness. 

Women often face different mental health issues as compared to men. They have higher levels of anxiety and depression, which can be related to physical health factors. Changes in hormones can lead to postpartum depression as well as emotional ups and downs during menopause.

How women experience mental health is quite different than men. Men may act out in anger due to depression, whereas women may have more fatigue, sadness, and a lack of motivation.

How to work toward good mental health 

Since our health is a combination of physical and mental well-being, we must work on both to reach a healthy state of mind. Physical fitness can be accessed by how many miles you can run or how much weight you can lift, but in a broader view, what you achieve is making you mentally strong. Fitness is more than just a physical challenge; it’s a mental one.

Meaningful relationships – whether personal or professional, family or friends – boost our mental wellness simply through having connections. Spirituality, in whatever form it takes, may also provide direction and peace, leading to a greater overall contentment. 

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Here are some ways to attain mental wellness:

• Spend time with loved ones. Being surrounded by those you love makes a huge impact on your well-being. 
• Meditate. In these times where we must do many things at once, plus take care of the family, doing meditation brings calmness to the body and mind.
• Exercise. Being physically fit not only helps the body, but it makes you mentally strong also.

Women have many roles to play in life. The challenges we face sometimes make it difficult to find that elusive balance. But with good mental health, you can discover that space where your busy life can stop for a rest.

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