Mental Health Habits for 2025
We live in a society that seems obsessed with physical health and weight loss. Most people have tried one or more diets to lose weight. They join gyms, juice, and take supplements, all in an effort to optimize their physical health.
Sadly, most people don’t give their mental health a second thought.
The problem is, no matter how good you look in a bathing suit, how “ripped” you may be, or how low your cholesterol is, if you aren’t mentally healthy, your life is negatively impacted.
When many of us are dealing with health and financial struggles, the stress can really take a toll on our mental health. With this in mind, here are some good mental health habits to practice in 2025 and beyond:
Practice Gratitude
Gratitude is like a magic bullet when it comes to mental health. Too often, when we feel negative emotions, we deny our whole reality—that is, we deny all of the wonderful things in our lives. Be sure to take realistic stock of your life each day and feel grateful for the people, events, and things that bring you joy and happiness. And be sure to share your gratitude with others!
Value Yourself
The only thing worse than dealing with grief, sadness, and stress is doing so while devaluing your self-worth. Be sure to treat yourself as kindly
as you do your loved ones. See the good in you and practice self-care and self-compassion every day.
Lose Control
Most of us cling to the idea that we can control every facet of our lives. This is just not true. This desire for full control can cause anxiety. Make this year the
year you finally let go of the need to control everything.
Surround Yourself with Positive People
Toxic people are bad for our mental health. It’s time to cut ties with those who bring you down in order to make room for people who will support you.
Along with these habits, you may want to consider speaking regularly with a mental health counselor, who can help you navigate any issues you may be dealing with and provide coping techniques.
If you’d like to explore treatment options, please contact us. Let’s discuss how I can help you make 2025 your best year yet!
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