The strength of the mind determines the course of one's life. There are countless examples around us of how all other obstacles can be overcome if you have the will. But when it comes to the mental health of many people, it can be understood that it is a very weak condition.
There are many people who have the mentality that they cannot overcome even the smallest obstacles and challenges in life. People who experience severe stress and make unwise decisions when things don't go according to their expectations. This condition is due to lack of mental health.
Every year October 10th is observed as Mental Health Day in our world.It is done with the aim of raising awareness about mental health issues and improving the mental health of people around the world.
Today, the number of suicides in our world is increasing.According to the World Health Organization, one commits suicide every 40 seconds.Suicide is tragic but preventable.
Although suicide is not a psychological problem, it's associated with it.Psychological problems, including depression, often lead to suicide.
What is mental health?
Mental health is intellectual, emotional and social well-being.Your thoughts, behaviours, emotional experiences, etc. all influence mental health.It is important at every stage of life.
The World Health Organization defines mental health as the state in which a person is able to realize his potential and manage the stresses of everyday life.
Good mental health is as important as good physical health.They are related.Lack of mental health can also affect physical health.This can lead to medical conditions such as heart disease.Likewise, physical ill health can also lead to mental health problems.
How to maintain mental health?
Some things to maintain mental health:
1.If life is not going well as you want, make a positive attitude.
2.Make excercise and physical activity part of you daily routine.It helps in improving health,wellness and maintaining fitness.
3.Follow a healthy diet, eat foods rich in fiber, proteins, healths fats, starches, vitamins and minerals.This can prevent many diseases including diabetes.
4.Do regular health checkups and tests.
5.Getting enough sleep is very important.A healthy lifestyle requires good sleep.
6.See a mental health professional once a year.
What are the factors that qualify someone as a mentally healthy person?
Understand yourself,get in touch with your needs,communicates your needs to others,be empathetic towards others,be able to solve your challenges without breaking down or stressing yourself out all these are ways to reach the peak of mental health.
You should have the energy to enjoy every moment of your life without stressing over things that aren't even in your control.Remember that emotional health is just as important as maintaining physical health.And strive for it.