Safety Week 2021: Mental Health Awareness
Tips For Taking Care Of Your Mental Health During Stressful Times
The Walsh Group has partnered with Maritza Puello, wellness coach and certified mindfulness teacher, to discuss mental health awareness and share helpful steps along the way. In the video above, Maritza discusses ways to take care of your mental health during stressful times.
When you find yourself under prolonged periods of high stress, it’s especially important to pay extra attention to your well-being.
Being under constant stress can take a toll on your physical, mental and emotional health. Making small changes to your daily routine can provide a stronger support system to help you navigate your work, activities and relationships with more ease.
Here are a few things you can do to help support yourself during challenging times:
.... Begin by looking at what small changes you can incorporate into your daily life, rather than trying to make a large change all at once. For example, if you are looking to make a change to your diet, perhaps it’s by drinking more water throughout the day, rather than making a radical change to your eating habits. Take a larger task or goal and break it down into smaller ones to implement.
.... Keep your meal times and sleep routine on regular schedules as much possible. By creating a structure you’ll have set things in place to look forward to everyday. This helps you have a great sense of stability during times of change or high stress.
.... Keep a flexible mindset. Take inventory of your daily routine to see what is working and what isn’t. Are there any adjustments that can be made to make things easier for yourself?
.... If you are thinking of making changes, start small. Making small changes add up over time and can help prepare you for when it’s time to make a larger change.
.... Take time to exercise or move your body. Walking is a great way to start moving your body.
.... Know when to ask for help. Ask a friend, family member, mental health professional, or doctor for help.
.... Get more rest more. Sleep more. Sleeping helps restore the body and refresh the mind.