{"id":6289,"date":"2019-06-21T20:30:21","date_gmt":"2019-06-22T03:30:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/?p=6289"},"modified":"2019-06-21T11:44:35","modified_gmt":"2019-06-21T18:44:35","slug":"what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Mental Health Day and How to Take One"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one\/#Plan_the_activities_for_the_day_off_and_complete_all_of_your_tasks_address_any_issues_that_may_be_a_source_of_stress_and_then_take_the_day_off\" title=\"Plan the activities for the day off and complete all of your tasks, address any issues that may be a source of stress and then take the day off.\">Plan the activities for the day off and complete all of your tasks, address any issues that may be a source of stress and then take the day off.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one\/#Deal_with_errands\" title=\"Deal with errands\">Deal with errands<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one\/#Be_active\" title=\"Be active\">Be active<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one\/#Listen_to_yourself\" title=\"Listen to yourself\">Listen to yourself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one\/#Eat_properly\" title=\"Eat properly\">Eat properly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one\/#Organize_your_day\" title=\"Organize your day\">Organize your day<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one\/#Nap\" title=\"Nap\">Nap<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one\/#Dont_use_stimulants_or_drink_too_much\" title=\"Don\u2019t use stimulants or drink too much\">Don\u2019t use stimulants or drink too much<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one\/#Have_a_treat\" title=\"Have a treat\">Have a treat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one\/#Unplug\" title=\"Unplug\">Unplug<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one\/#Focus_on_the_positive\" title=\"Focus on the positive\">Focus on the positive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one\/#Practice_gratefulness\" title=\"Practice gratefulness\">Practice gratefulness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one\/#Dont_over_multi-task\" title=\"Don\u2019t over multi-task\">Don\u2019t over multi-task<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one\/#Be_active-2\" title=\"Be active\">Be active<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/what-is-a-mental-health-day-and-how-to-take-one\/#Eat_well\" title=\"Eat well\">Eat well<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Living in the modern world and having all of its benefits doesn\u2019t come always without a price. We <strong>work long weeks<\/strong> on highly demanding jobs, we are connected all the time and many even take their work home.<\/p>\n<p>All of this leads to<strong> anxiety, stress buildup and many other issues<\/strong> that can lead to even more serious problems.<\/p>\n<p>But recent trends show employers often can give their employees days off specifically dedicated to mental health. <strong>Learn more<\/strong> about it in this article.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6370\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Mean.jpg\" alt=\"What is a Mental Health Day and How to Take One_Mean\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Mean.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Mean-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Mean-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Mean-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Mean-384x192.jpg 384w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Mean-561x281.jpg 561w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Mean-364x182.jpg 364w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Mean-758x379.jpg 758w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Mean-608x304.jpg 608w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Mean-313x157.jpg 313w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>What Does Mental Health Day Mean?<\/h3>\n<p>A mental health day is a day off taken to <strong>rest, relax or do anything else to improve your mental health.<\/strong> It can mean different things to different people but essentially, it\u2019s the day off that prevents a burnout.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Burnout<\/strong> comes after working too hard for some time, not giving yourself a break.<\/p>\n<p>However, a mental health day can also <strong>help with a host of other issues<\/strong> &#8211; depression, anxiety, stress overload and so on.<\/p>\n<p>Every employer should offer these days off to their employees and most of them do. This way, they can<strong> improve their employees\u2019 motivation and productivity<\/strong> too.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6374\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_How-to-Know.jpg\" alt=\"What is a Mental Health Day and How to Take One_How to Know\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_How-to-Know.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_How-to-Know-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_How-to-Know-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_How-to-Know-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_How-to-Know-384x192.jpg 384w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_How-to-Know-561x281.jpg 561w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_How-to-Know-364x182.jpg 364w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_How-to-Know-758x379.jpg 758w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_How-to-Know-608x304.jpg 608w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_How-to-Know-313x157.jpg 313w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>How to Know if You Need a Mental Health Day<\/h3>\n<p>Working day after day can be very exhausting, <strong>no matter how much you enjoy<\/strong> your job. Taking a day off to address that specifically is <strong>just as normal<\/strong> as taking a day off because of a cold.<\/p>\n<p>But first, you need to know <strong>how to recognize<\/strong> that you need a mental health day and give yourself permission to take that day off.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some signs that you need a mental health day:<\/p>\n<p><strong>You fear work.<\/strong> Thinking about going to work is causing you stress and anxiety. It\u2019s okay if this happens once in a while but if you fear work every day, it can be a good sign that you should take a day off. However, if this is a pattern, you may want to look into finding a different job or even line of work.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Constantly stressing about work, even when you get home.<\/strong> You get stressed about this. The best idea is to leave work at work and enjoy your life at home. If work takes over, it might be time take a mental health day.<\/p>\n<p><strong>You feel like you\u2019re about to snap<\/strong> &#8211; you are easily irritable and snap often at your coworkers, partner, children, family and friends. This is a sure sign of a burnout.<\/p>\n<p><strong>You can\u2019t sleep well.<\/strong> If you have these difficulties, take a day off to address them.<\/p>\n<p><strong>You lost interest in things you used to enjoy.<\/strong> This is a sign of depression as much as it is of a burnout.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6372\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_When.jpg\" alt=\"What is a Mental Health Day and How to Take One_When\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_When.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_When-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_When-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_When-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_When-384x192.jpg 384w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_When-561x281.jpg 561w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_When-364x182.jpg 364w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_When-758x379.jpg 758w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_When-608x304.jpg 608w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_When-313x157.jpg 313w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>When Should You Take a Mental Health Day?<\/h3>\n<p>Getting time off whether you are sick or just need to rest is<strong> usually one of the included benefits<\/strong> of being a full time employee. Whether you should get a mental health day is one of those things you need to consider thoroughly.<\/p>\n<p>Mental health day involves two different types of time off. One of them addresses pressing mental health issues and another is the type taken when you have a burnout and stress.<\/p>\n<p>If your stress levels have been high for quite some time, you should <strong>get professional help<\/strong> from a therapist. You may realize you're suffering from depression and your doctor can help you navigate that.<\/p>\n<p>If you are not suffering from depression but rather from mild anxiety, stress or something similar, a <strong>mental health day can be valuable<\/strong> to you as well.<\/p>\n<p>While it sounds tempting to take a mental health day <strong>because you just don\u2019t feel like going to work, this could turn out very badly for you.<\/strong> This could end up as a habit and could lead to you losing your job. Rather than doing that, you should plan to take this day off. Don't call in last minute on a whim and take an unexpected day off. <strong>Planning in advance<\/strong> is your best bet.<\/p>\n<p>Think about what is causing your stress. Maybe it\u2019s a task that you need to complete or a meeting you don\u2019t feel like going to. In that case, one day off won\u2019t reduce that stress. Plus, not completing it is going to cause you even more stress on your day off.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plan_the_activities_for_the_day_off_and_complete_all_of_your_tasks_address_any_issues_that_may_be_a_source_of_stress_and_then_take_the_day_off\"><\/span>Plan the activities for the day off and complete all of your tasks, address any issues that may be a source of stress and then take the day off.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can take a spa day or just a spa afternoon. You can also try:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Going for a <a href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/health-benefits-of-walking-trails\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">walk or hike<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Practicing yoga<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Meditate; <a href=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/guided-meditation-for-anxiety\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">guided meditation<\/a> can be beneficial\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Address causes of long term feelings of stress<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Another way to spend your day off is to<strong> handle the sources of stress<\/strong> like paying the bills, cleaning your home, organizing things at home or even completing work tasks. Spend time with your family, friends and so on.<\/p>\n<p>However, keep in mind that a good idea is to organize your life in a way that <strong>doesn\u2019t let your stress build up.<\/strong> Walk in the morning, go to a spa every week, shut off your work phone when you get home and so on.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6373\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Healthiest-Things.jpg\" alt=\"What is a Mental Health Day and How to Take One_Healthiest Things\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Healthiest-Things.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Healthiest-Things-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Healthiest-Things-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Healthiest-Things-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Healthiest-Things-384x192.jpg 384w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Healthiest-Things-561x281.jpg 561w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Healthiest-Things-364x182.jpg 364w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Healthiest-Things-758x379.jpg 758w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Healthiest-Things-608x304.jpg 608w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Healthiest-Things-313x157.jpg 313w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>Healthiest Things to Do When Taking the Day Off<\/h3>\n<p>When people take a day off for mental health purposes, <strong>they might envision spending it in their pajama<\/strong>s in front of a TV or similarly. However, that <strong>probably isn't the best way<\/strong> to spend your mental health day off. If you do this while there\u2019s plenty to be done, <strong>you will feel just as tired<\/strong> when you go back to work.<\/p>\n<p>But it doesn\u2019t have to be like this. Here are some things you can do on your day off<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Deal_with_errands\"><\/span>Deal with errands<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Days off can be for just relaxing and having fun but in reality, most people will <strong>have some stuff that needs to be done<\/strong> on the day off. So, make a list of your errands, finish them all before noon and have the rest of the day to have fun and enjoy. On the other hand, if you plan your day carefully and in advance, you can finish those errands days before your day off and then really enjoy.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_active\"><\/span>Be active<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The best thing to do when you have a day off is to just<strong> be as active as possible.<\/strong> You will relieve a lot of stress, improve your health and so on. Even a gentle walk can help you feel better and have a better quality of life quality. Think about<strong> incorporating relaxing walks<\/strong> into your daily life to prevent stress buildup.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Listen_to_yourself\"><\/span>Listen to yourself<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some people love being with other people. Some enjoy being on their own. <strong>Respect your own needs and feelings<\/strong> no matter how much other people are trying to talk you into doing what they want.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_properly\"><\/span>Eat properly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A day off can often result in poor food choices. However, you should not let this happen. Sure, you can have a snack you love or an amazing dessert but you <strong>should also eat just as well<\/strong> as you eat when you work or even better.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Organize_your_day\"><\/span>Organize your day<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When you wake up, make sure that you organize your day. Write down the things you have to do and things you want to do. You can <strong>do this the night before<\/strong> too, for even more efficiency.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nap\"><\/span>Nap<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A day off is a perfect day to take a nap. Make it short, <strong>set an alarm for half an hour<\/strong> and it can help you be rested and spend your day a lot better.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_use_stimulants_or_drink_too_much\"><\/span>Don\u2019t use stimulants or drink too much<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Stress and burnout can often lead to excessive use of alcohol and other stimulants on your day off. However, if you use too much, you can <strong>wind up feeling worse<\/strong> than you did before. So, take everything in moderation or even better, replace with healthy stress coping methods.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Have_a_treat\"><\/span>Have a treat<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Treat yourself to a spa day, have a long bath, read a book, have a great snack or do anything else healthy that will make you happy. Dedicate the better portion of the day to that and relax.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unplug\"><\/span>Unplug<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Don\u2019t glue yourself to your social media or to devices.<strong> Unplug<\/strong> &#8211; turn off all social media notification, turn off the TV or even your phone and just be present in your day.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6369\" src=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Improve.jpg\" alt=\"What is a Mental Health Day and How to Take One_Improve\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Improve.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Improve-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Improve-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Improve-192x96.jpg 192w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Improve-384x192.jpg 384w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Improve-561x281.jpg 561w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Improve-364x182.jpg 364w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Improve-758x379.jpg 758w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Improve-608x304.jpg 608w, https:\/\/naturalwire.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/What-is-a-Mental-Health-Day-and-How-to-Take-One_Improve-313x157.jpg 313w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>What Can You Do to Improve Your Mental Health?<\/h3>\n<p>One of the most important things you need to do is to <strong>find ways to handle your mental health<\/strong> on a daily basis, not just on the odd day off. Making these necessary changes will prove valuable for your entire life, both in work and in personal matters.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some tips:<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Focus_on_the_positive\"><\/span>Focus on the positive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Thinking positively can help you have a better, happier life. When we see ourselves negatively, we tend to have a poor quality of life and a lot of stress. However, tell yourself that <strong>you are worthy<\/strong> and good. Focus on thinking positively in all aspects of life.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practice_gratefulness\"><\/span>Practice gratefulness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Every day, <strong>say what you are grateful for.<\/strong> Maybe it\u2019s for the lovely family you have, great friends, a pet you love, a good home or anything similar. Just being grateful for the things and people you love and that are in your life can help put things in a better perspective.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dont_over_multi-task\"><\/span>Don\u2019t over multi-task<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Be mindful and present in every moment. Don\u2019t do other things while you work on one of them and don\u2019t reflect on the past or fret about the future. Make it simple by <strong>just focusing<\/strong> on the thing at hand.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_active-2\"><\/span>Be active<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you love exercising, do that. But if you hate it like most people do, take a pleasant walk or bike ride instead. Activity is often a great way to relieve stress and has been proven to quickly release those feel-good endorphins.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eat_well\"><\/span>Eat well<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Eat plenty of fruit and vegetables every day, drink water and have proper meals instead of quick snacks.<\/p>\n<p>Do you have any tried & true methods for maintaining good mental health? Feel free to share them down below!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sources:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fastcompany.com\/90225167\/when-is-it-ok-to-take-a-mental-health-day\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.fastcompany.com\/90225167\/when-is-it-ok-to-take-a-mental-health-day<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.topresume.com\/career-advice\/9-ways-to-really-recharge-on-your-days-off\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.topresume.com\/career-advice\/9-ways-to-really-recharge-on-your-days-off<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/women-s-mental-health-matters\/201510\/9-ways-you-can-improve-your-mental-health-today\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/women-s-mental-health-matters\/201510\/9-ways-you-can-improve-your-mental-health-today<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Living in the modern world and having all of its benefits doesn\u2019t come always without a price. 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