Looking to make 2020 your best year yet? Me too. Here are 20 tips from therapists for how to improve your mental health in the New Year...
1. Conquer one anxiety
2. Lock down a sleep schedule that works for you
3. Find one small self-care act that works for you and prioritize it
4. Spend 10 minutes a day outside
5. Regularly practice a simple mindfulness exercise
6. Say nice things about yourself
7. Give up or cut back on one unhealthy habit
8. Find a physical activity you love
9. Try meditation
10. Stop negative thoughts in their tracks
11. Invest in a quality relationship
12. Read self-development books
13. Cut back on your social media use
14. Set better boundaries
15. Make a progress list each week
16. Allow yourself to be sad
17. Get a therapist if you’re able to do it
18. Write in a gratitude journal
19. Turn your phone off
20. Reduce food shame and stress through mindful eating
Click here to get a more in depth description for each suggestion and how to implement them in your life during 2020.
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