Treat yourself to a dish from your favorite takeout spot and settle in for a delicious feast.
And just because it’s a holiday, doesn’t mean you need to feel pressured to make a home-cooked meal. Having a meal prepared for you is one of life’s tiny joys. All you need is something you want to do for no other reason than it will make you happy. It doesn’t have to be pricy or over the top. “What’s your dream weekend? That thing you’ve been promising yourself for months?” “Take the day to relax and do something you’ve been wanting to do but are too busy,” says Daramus. Now’s your chance to spend uninterrupted time pampering yourself.
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There are many types of yoga, so feel free to experiment and find the one best suited for what you need. While you may be turned off by its trendy, expensive legging reputation, practicing yoga is associated with a bunch of benefits for the mind and body, especially stress reduction. If the weather is too cold to go outside, set up a space by the window to practice yoga. “Going for a walk or other physical activity can help move your body and make you feel rejuvenated, as well as having other positive effects on mental health,” says Narasimhan. A 2019 review of studies identified a trend of positive mental health benefits in people who spent time outdoors. It’ll be worth it, we promise.Īccording to research, getting fresh air seems to be a natural mood booster. OK, we know it’s November but think of this as a good excuse to bundle up in boots and a scarf. In one study, participants with major depressive disorder were instructed to journal about “their deepest thoughts and feelings surrounding an emotional event.” After doing so for 20 minutes a day for 3 consecutive days, the majority of people reported decreased symptoms of depression. If being alone is tough for you right now, exploring where these feelings stem from can be a powerful way to process and make peace with your situation, especially if you live with a mental health disorder.
It’s up to you to decide what you’d like to get out of it. You can journal to practice gratitude, untangle your thoughts, organize your life, track your moods, and so much more. Reflecting on happy memories, goals you would like to achieve, and how you can deal with difficult emotions can facilitate the process of self-growth and realization,” says Anandhi Narasimhan, MD, a board-certified psychiatrist. “Taking stock of things that you feel grateful for will be helpful. When was the last time you had a chance to sit with yourself, free of any obligations or distractions? Use this as an opportunity to get introspective