This summer, keep these mental health tips in mind so that you can fully enjoy all that summer has to offer.
It’s Okay to Say No
Many people feel inundated with the constant requests of friends and family members to get together. This can become increasingly overwhelming over time, as it can feel impossible to please everyone. Remember one thing: it’s not your job to please every single person who asks you for favors or to get together. Spending time focusing on yourself is necessary to your overall mental health.
Take a Break From the News
The 24-hour news cycle can take a huge toll on your mental health. While you want to feel up on the news and what’s going on with the rest of the world, most of that news is negative and can make you feel overwhelmed and stressed without you realizing it. If you find yourself checking news apps or watching the news constantly, limit your news reading and watching this summer. Find books with positive messages to lighten your mood.
Enjoy the Outdoors
Staying active is imperative to improving your mental health. Wait for the sun to go down, and take a family stroll around the neighborhood. Take your dog to the park or hike the local trails. On days when it’s too hot to exercise outdoors, go for a run at your gym or join a yoga class to keep your endorphins flowing.
Let Go of Social Media Obsessions
While vacationing, you might feel the need to post pictures, letting your followers in on your whereabouts. However, instead of actually enjoying the vacation, you’ll be constantly checking your posts to see how many likes you’ve gotten and who saw which post, and before you know it, you’re on your way home. The point of vacation to relax and come back home feeling recharged. Put your phone down, and try to be present in every moment this summer.
Focus on Yourself
Every season is the right season to put yourself first. Remember that it’s okay to focus on yourself and that everyone needs to practice self-love to maintain good mental health. Your self-love practices may vary depending on your personality and personal preferences, and that’s completely acceptable. Just find what’s right for you, and stick to it.
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Family Service Foundation, Inc. has been serving the greater Maryland area since 1936. This nonprofit organization helps residents in Baltimore, Baltimore County, Frederick County, and Prince George’s County across a span of different areas such as mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse. We also provide interpretation services for deaf and deaf-blind individuals. To learn more, call us at 240-241-7249 or visit here.
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