All through Mental Health Awareness Month, Cantata Health Solutions has been sharing various mood-boosting and spirit-lifting activities that our team members engage in, hoping to inspire others to practice methods of self-care as well. Although this month is coming to an end, mental health matters all year round.
Make mental health a priority this upcoming year. Here are 10 ways how!
Thanksgiving gives us some time to get away from work to unwind with our loved ones while we stuff ourselves with turkey, mashed potatoes, biscuits, and whatever else is on our table. It is also a time for us to reflect on everything that happened in the past year and show our gratitude. You may currently be struggling physically, mentally, socially, or financially and think your life is a failure. Still, if you can relate to anything in those first two sentences, you already have many things to be thankful for. Many people in the United States and worldwide do not have a family to spend time with, a delicious meal to eat, or even a place to sleep. Others may be working throughout the holidays or may be unemployed.
Looking at life in this regard will help you realize how fortunate you are. Looking on the bright side will make you more confident, optimistic, and happier, improving your mental health.