Reclaim your peace: 5 tips to regulate your mental and emotional health

Do you ever feel like there’s just too much noise? Too many notifications, too many tasks, and not enough time to breathe? Balancing work and family can be overwhelming at times. With so much to do, it’s hard to relax and really engage with things that make us happy. On top of this, we are constantly bombarded with information, notifications, and distractions. Your phone pings with updates, and news and social media feeds are endless. With things moving so quickly, you may find yourself continuously overwhelmed and stressed.¹https://therapybrands.com/blog/what-is-the-impact-of-smartphone-addiction-on-mental-health/

To break this cycle it’s important to embrace moments of quiet and reflection. Creating time for yourself will allow you to regain some perspective on your environment. This allows you to navigate your daily tasks and free time with a clearer mind and a more positive attitude.

How?

1. Hobbies – Physical hobbies are essential for improving productivity and mental health. Activities like gardening, painting, or playing music help you take a break from stress, allowing you to recharge. They also boost creativity, reduce anxiety, and give a sense of achievement.²https://www.webmd.com/balance/health-benefits-of-hobbies
2. Meditation/Breathing – Meditation is a great way to promote your mental and physical wellbeing. It reduces stress, enhances focus, and generates a deeper sense of self-awareness. You can also use this time to reflect on the day, processing your experiences and recognising accomplishments or areas for growth. This enhances emotional clarity and gives you a better perspective of your circumstances.³https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/12-benefits-of-meditation
3. Start writing – Have a notebook nearby that you can write stuff down in. Whether it’s plans, ideas, or things that make you anxious and stressed – stopping and writing these down helps to clear your mind. You can then come back to these at a later time and approach them with a fresh perspective.⁴https://www.thestudiobartlow.co.uk/post/writing-for-wellbeing-how-writing-can-enhance-and-support-mental-physical-wellbeing
4. Limit social media – Scrolling through distressing issues that you can’t solve can lead to feelings of helplessness and anxiety. By reducing social media use, you limit your exposure to negative news and issues. This helps to develop a more positive mindset.
5. Limit phone/screen time – Less exposure to screens in general allows you to engage more in real-world experiences. This encourages physical activity and creativity and prioritises face-to-face interactions and outdoor activities. This can reduce stress and anxiety, as well as improve mood and productivity.⁵https://www.nature.com/articles/s44184-022-00015-6

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References

• 1
  https://therapybrands.com/blog/what-is-the-impact-of-smartphone-addiction-on-mental-health/
• 2
  https://www.webmd.com/balance/health-benefits-of-hobbies
• 3
  https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/12-benefits-of-meditation
• 4
  https://www.thestudiobartlow.co.uk/post/writing-for-wellbeing-how-writing-can-enhance-and-support-mental-physical-wellbeing
• 5
  https://www.nature.com/articles/s44184-022-00015-6

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