Here are some tips that men can use to take care of their mental health. The recent pandemic has brought a drastic change in our lives and we are concerned about our health and ability to Take care of yourself like never before. Self-care is not just limited to skin care but also involves your mental and physical health. Motivational speaker and author Devina Kaur shares some easy-to-implement tips that men can apply to their self-care routine. Practice mindfulness Mindfulness is an essential aspect of self-care. Mindfulness means being more present and attentive to your actions and environment. You can take a closer look at the food you eat and the thoughts that appear in your mind. You can start by taking a meditative walk in the morning or whenever you feel stressed or before going to bed you can close your eyes and recount the day’s events and practice gratitude. When you pay attention to your activities, you will be more confident, calmer throughout the day, and more productive. Know your body When engaged in our work, we ignore the needs of our body, be it physical, mental or emotional. When you are stressed, look for signs from your inner self. The inner calling has a way of warning us before making any wrong decisions or wants to draw our attention to anything specific. Since you will spend time getting to know your body, you will also think of ways to take care of it in a better way. For example, if you feel your immune system is weak, you can switch to a better diet plan, exercise, and take care of your body in a stimulating way. Practice the Art of AffirmationsObviously, we often forget to give ourselves the praise and affirmations we need to stay active and improve ourselves. We seek validation and affirmation from the outside world but more than that we must work on radical self-acceptance. By reminding yourself of self-love, you are reminding yourself of your importance and value in the world. You can start by admiring yourself a little longer in the mirror or listening to affirmation videos available online. No matter which path you choose, know that you are doing yourself a favor and taking a step towards self-love. Unleash Your Passion We’ve all burdened our lives with work and the stress of it, we’ve long forgotten our interests and passions. Take time to unleash your passion. Maybe there was something you liked before and now you can revisit, or you could find something completely new and immerse yourself in it. You will find yourself relaxed and surrounded by new positive energy, which will give life a new perspective. Making time for a hobby and a passion project will also bring meaning to your life and make you more mindful. Release stress before bed One of the ways to relax and be more mindful of your life is to release any type of stress or tension that you may have accumulated throughout the day. Before going to bed, we can drink warm tea or read a book which will help calm your nerves and relieve all tension in your body. You can read books or listen to guided meditation sessions. You can also talk about your stress with your partner, friend, or family member with whom you feel comfortable.
