Things to try

Discover different activities that can help you take steps toward better mental health.

Filters

Filter by emotions, moods, and life challenges

Filter by format

Filters

Filter by emotions, moods, and life challenges

Filter by format

Clear filters

Focus on Positivity

The mind and body relationship directly impact mental health. 

Showing 1–4 of 4 results

Practice positive affirmations
For:
Shame ,
Sadness ,
Coping with discrimination & stigma ,
Navigating your LGBTQ+ Identity
Shame unfortunately convinces many that they are unworthy or unlovable. Take time to praise and love yourself; for example, write down three things you like about yourself every day.
Think of the last time you felt a lot of joy
For:
Sadness ,
Relationship issues & breakups ,
Loneliness
Visualization can have a powerful impact on your wellness or psyche. If you're in a funk or not feeling particularly inspired, try taking moment to think back on the last time you felt truly joyful. What sparked it? Is it a person, a place, a situation? Is there something you can do for yourself today that will maybe inspire that same emotion? Investing in your own personal joy is always worth it.
Reward your achievements
For:
Burnout ,
Sadness ,
Workplace issues & unemployment ,
Family conflict
Do something nice for yourself after you complete a task or have a win—big or small. This might be taking a break, talking to a friend, or getting outside for a bit.
Seek out things that make you happy
For:
Grief & loss ,
Loneliness ,
Sadness ,
Opening up to friends & family ,
Chronic health issues & disabilities
Look for ways to give your mind a break and find moments of happiness, including keeping up with hobbies and interests or exploring new ones. As an added bonus, participating in fun and engaging activities helps us develop resiliency and healthy coping mechanisms, and may even increase how long you live, according to The National Institute on Aging.

Showing 1–4 of 4