How have you been these past few days, weeks, and months? Do you still make time to keep your mental health in check between your busy hours? If not, then you must know that setting your mental health aside is a bad idea. 

Most people say that they don’t have ample time and enough energy to keep their mental health check. Well, lacking time isn’t the best reason to disregard your mental health, your peace of mind, and to compromise a positive life. 

If you’re having a hard time prioritising your mental stability, you may browse these pages and learn these powerful tips to keep your mental health in check. So, get a comfy and cosy seat, and read further. 

1. Don’t let anyone rain your parade.

Most often, people’s comments and reactions towards your actions, decisions, and even your current situation are what result in negative thoughts. That’s why you shouldn’t let anyone or anybody rain your parade – never. 

As long as you’re content and satisfied with what you’re doing, as long as you have clear intentions, and you’re not hurting anyone, just go for it. Keep your ears closed from people’s unfair judgments and keep your heart open for the people who dearly love and support you.    

2. Start decluttering and redecorating personal space.

Another step you can do that will benefit your mental stability is to start decluttering and redecorating your space to promote peace and relaxation all at the same time. Decluttering your home or personal space might seem a simple chore, but if you don’t mind knowing, it benefits your mental health as it reduces stress and anxiety. 

As you declutter, replace your old and worn-out stuff with more relaxing pieces of home decor to resonate a newer and fresher start. Filling your space with pieces of home decor that speak your personality promotes and boosts relaxation in the room. 

However, limit the numbers of new home decor that you’ll put in your room, okay? It’s because you wouldn’t want to have another set of clutter after throwing some old stuff. 

3. Close your doors to any toxic and controlling relationship.

If you see yourself stuck in the middle of a controlling and toxic relationship, then this is the time for you to step away from it. May it be a romantic relationship, friendship, job, company, and even if it involves your relative, if it’s stressing you out, then close your doors from those people.

Break the painful chains and don’t be afraid to start a new life without those people around you. If they aren’t healthy for your mental stability, and if they’re causing you too much stress and anxiety, know that they don’t deserve a place in your life. 

4. Seek refuge in the company and love of your family.

No matter how big or small the challenge you’re facing in life, no one got your back as your family does. Of course, you got to meet and have real friends along the way, but nobody will love and support you like your family.  

So, in times of uncertainty, anxiety, and stress, seek refuge in the company of your loved ones. And as you do, you’ll learn that nothing beats the warmth of your family’s company and support – the best thing of all the bests you could ever have in life. 

5. Here’s tea: If you’re not happy anymore, don’t hesitate to leave.

Lastly, don’t be afraid to turn your back to something or someone who doesn’t make you feel valued and happy anymore. Regardless if it’s your job, your romantic relationship with someone, your friendship with some of your circle of friends, if it’s not making you feel happy anymore, then leave. 

Talk about how you feel, talk about how much a relationship or a job is stressing you out and making you feel overwhelmed most of the time. Learn to speak out about it before you leave. 

Final say:

You shouldn’t compromise your mental health above all else. No matter how painful it seems, as long as it’s not good for your mental health, gather your strength to say “no” to it. 

If you’re currently struggling or you know someone who is, don’t think twice to send or share with them this article. If you want to share your survival stories with us or how you overcome toxicity around you, share it in the comment section below. 

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Kath Ramirez took up journalism as her Bachelor’s Degree with library and information science on the side and now writes for Widdop, a UK-based home and giftware wholesale gifts provider since 1883. After a busy working week, you’ll either see her binge-watching on Netflix, cuddling with her fur babies, bonding with her family or devouring her mom and sisters’ homemade goodies.