Mind, the mental health charity, has produced an useful guide to mood and food. Close relationships have a huge impact on how we feel on a daily basis. Talking can be a way to cope with a serious poser you’ve been carrying around in your head for quite a while. Of course just being listened to can change of scene or a change of pace is good for your mental health. Give yourself some ‘me time’. It might be a ’10 minute’ break from writing that assignment or a weekend away doing something new. A few minutes can be enough to de stress you.
Try yoga or meditation, or just putting your feet up. I want to ask you a question. What did you love doing in the past? Sometimes the world can wait What do you love doing? Our mental health suffers and our concentration goes downhill, without good sleep. With all that said… What activities can you lose yourself in? That’s where it starts getting really serious, right? Give yourself time to sleep, if you’re really tired. Mental Health Foundation website. Listen to your body. Enjoying yourself helps beat stress. Doing an activity you enjoy probably means you’re good at it and achieving something boosts your self esteem. Concentrating on a hobby like drawing or playing music can for some time and change your mood. It can be good to have an interest where you’re just you.a hour of sketching makes it very easy for you to express yourself creatively.
Ann Miller is a certified mental health coach and wellness writer with a strong background in psychology and emotional resilience. With over a decade of experience in helping individuals manage stress, anxiety, and burnout, Ann specializes in making complex mental health topics accessible and empowering.
She holds a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology and has worked with both individual clients and organizations to promote emotional well-being and work-life balance. Through her writing, Ann aims to break the stigma surrounding mental health and offer practical, compassionate guidance for everyday challenges.
When she's not writing or consulting, Ann enjoys early morning yoga, quiet reading time, and exploring nature trails with her dog. Her personal philosophy: "Mental health is not a luxury — it’s a foundation for everything we do."