6 Simple Mental Health Habits to Keep You Grounded

We need to nurture our minds and practice self-care daily to avoid becoming overwhelmed and anxious. Fortunately, there are some simple daily habits that you can incorporate into your life to help keep you grounded and feeling well. Let's take a look at some of them.

Take Deep Breaths Throughout the Day

Taking deep breaths throughout the day can help reduce stress and promote relaxation. After each breath, try focusing on something simple, like counting the number of breaths you take or concentrating on how your body moves with each exhale and inhale.

Talk About Your Feelings

Talking about your feelings is essential for mental well-being because it allows us to express ourselves safely without judgment from others. It also helps us identify areas where we may need more support or assistance and recognize patterns of thought that are holding us back from achieving our goals.

Connecting with others can be a powerful way to gain insight and support. A health/mindset coach helps us recognize our thought patterns, giving us the opportunity to shift them out of negative habits in order to move forward confidently. Schedule your complimentary coaching consultation today for an uplifting experience that'll open you up to new ways of viewing life!

Exercise Regularly

Exercise has been scientifically proven to improve mood, reduce stress levels, enhance concentration skills, increase confidence levels, and boost overall mental well-being—making it one of the most beneficial daily activities we can do for ourselves.

Try adding 30 minutes of moderate physical activity into your daily routine, such as walking, jogging, vinyasa yoga, swimming, cycling, or any other activity that increases your heart rate while allowing you to enjoy yourself simultaneously.

If you live in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul area, join me for a yoga class! I'm teaching a special Spring Solstice 108 Yoga Class to let go of what does not serve you to embrace a new start for spring. In this yoga workshop, you will practice a variety of 108 Sun Salutations and some more gentle stretching between cycles. It's a powerful class, and I hope to experience it with you!

Get Enough Sleep

Getting enough sleep is essential for both physical and mental health because it helps restore balance in the body's systems and allows us to manage stress levels throughout the day better. Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep every night so you can wake up feeling refreshed and energized instead of being fatigued or overwhelmed by life's demands and expectations.

Unplug From Technology

Technology can be both a blessing and a curse; while it makes life easier in many ways, it can also add extra stress to our lives if we're constantly connected throughout the day. Take time each day away from technology—turn off your phone for an hour or two or spend an evening unplugged from all screens—so your mind can unwind without distraction.

Eat Nutrient-Dense Food

Eating nutritious foods is the key to staying grounded and feeling your best! Making healthy dietary choices is one of the most important things you can do to maintain your physical and mental health. If you want to clean up your eating habits, the Whole Foods Cleanse Program may be perfect.

It’s for those who want to feel better, lose weight, and have more energy without going hungry. Plus, it's tailored around YOU- pick any 10 days that work well with your schedule and begin whenever fits into YOUR life. Let's get cleansing!