Tips for A Good Mental Health by World Health Organization (WHO)

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As for me, I have recently found back my writing mojo and I'm exhilarated beyond words! It's like I found back a piece of me that has been missing for years.

Is Mental Health A Social Stigma?

I strongly advocate that mental health should not be a social stigma anymore especially during this pandemic. In my previous post about mental health care, I shared eight tips of how we can take care of our mental health post pandemic as we navigate our daily lives while adjusting to new realities.

Today, I'd like to revisit the topic of mental health again. In this blog post, I will post useful tips I read from World Health Organization's Facebook page.

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#1 - Tips for A Good Mental Health

Practice these tips for good mental health:

🏋️‍♂️ Exercise regularly

🍲 Eat healthy

😴 Get adequate sleep

🍺 Limit alcohol intake

🗣 Talk about your feelings

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#2 - Protect Young People's Mental Health

Protect your mental health during COVID-19 by:

✅ Reaching out to a trusted adult or professional, if you need help

✅ Limiting social media use to avoid misinformation

✅ Doing physical exercises or meditating at home

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#3 - Take Care of Yourself

Take time each day for things you enjoy and to stay connected with those you:

✅ Keep in touch with people you care about

✅ Think about what you can do for others

✅ Reach out to a trusted person or health worker if you need help

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#4 - Maintaining Social Connections

Helping out in the community promotes a sense of belonging and benefits our personal and collective mental health. Reach out to members of the community who may need some help during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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#5 - Talk about Your Feelings

It's normal to feel fearful and anxious during the COVID-19 pandemic. Talking about your feelings will lessen your distress. Remember to take care of yourself today, and every day!

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#6 - Working from Home

If you're working from home due to COVID-19, look after your mental health by:

🕗 Sticking to regular hours

☕️ Taking breaks during the day to reduce stress and stay productive

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#7 - Be Active!

You may be at home more than usual, but you can be active:

💻 Join online exercise classes

🎶 Dance!

🎮 Enjoy active video games

⛹️ Play sports while staying safe

🚶🏾‍♀️ Take stairs

⌨️ Work standing up

Regular physical activity is good for mental health and wellness, including during COVID-19.

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#8 - Stay Connected with Older People

COVID-19 quarantine can lead to loneliness, especially for older people and people who live alone. Support and stay socially connected with others via telephone, social media or online communities to maintain your mental health while practicing physical distancing.

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#9 - Help Our Children to Understand

COVID-19 can be stressful and confusing for children. Be kind and patient with children to help them understand and feel more secure.

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#10 - Be Compassionate to COVID-19 Patients

Maintaining connections between people diagnosed with COVID-19 and their loved ones can help protect their mental health.

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#11 - Grow Yourself

Stress and adversity can also be a path towards growth & meaning. To learn more skills that can help you manage stressful situations, download this new publication: Doing what matters during times of stress.

Check out COVID-19 and mental health for more infographics. May we all stay safe and strong!