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Here are Five Habits to Help Improve Your Mental Health:

1. Get plenty of sleep

•  Sleep is important because it allows your body to rest and your mind to reset.

• A lack of proper rest can lead to irritability, decline in physical health, weakened immune system, and poor/delayed response.

  • Pay attention to shift work and how this impacts your sleep patterns. 

  • Try to create a consistent sleep schedule/routine and stick with it. 

2. Eat healthy and exercise

• Eating healthy foods that are full of vital nutrients helps increase your overall wellbeing and decrease anxiety and stress.

• Exercise can also improve your overall mood and fight anxiety and depression. Even short periods of regular exercise can be very beneficial.

3. Find a connection with others

• Social interaction is very important, allows you to connect with people, and can help combat the daily stressors.

• You can even stretch outside of your normal circle and get involved in the community or volunteer to help boost your mood.

4. Relaxation techniques

• Learning and practicing relaxation techniques decreases stress levels, lowers blood pressure, and reduces muscle tension.

• There are several different relaxation techniques you may find by clicking here.

5. Practice gratitude and stay positive

• Reflect on things to be thankful for in your life. Gratitude is an amazing way to have a positive mindset when life is getting you down.

• Write down the things you’re thankful for and refer back to them often.