Tips - Page: 7 MOTIVATIONAL TIP: STAND OUT Like blades of grass, sometimes you need to go your own way to stand out. Make it count and make a difference! Photo source: Christo Smith Photography ... Healthy & Hopeful Tip#5 - Mental Health Matters One should never be ashamed to talk about mental health matters. Dealing with it is a process. It needs more sunlight, more candor and more unashamed conversation. Do not struggle in silence ... Healthy & Hopeful Tip#4 - Celebrate the small things You can notice and celebrate the small things that life brings. A task accomplished, a book read, a week-long workout streak...find all the small things that make you proud of yourself throughout the day and celebrate them. ... Healthy & Hopeful Tip#3 - Have Fun Granted the start of 2021 has been pretty rough, that doesn't mean there will be no joy. There is still fun to be had. It could be playing board games with the family, taking up a new hobby, or starting a new exercise routine. Try to experience something that makes you feel good inside. ... Healthy & Hopeful Tip#2 - You aren't alone Social distancing doesn't mean you have to be alone. In this day and age virtual interactions place you in direct contact with your loved ones. You can cook together, watch a show together or even just chat face-to-face. So reach out! ... Healthy & Hopeful Tip#1 - Positive Attitude A positive attitude is contagious.We can rise above the trials of 2020 and face any challenges that 2021 presents with hope and optimism.Focusing on positive things will help create some excitement and reduce anxiety! ... BEYOND THE CURVE - KINDNESS COSTS NOTHING Kindness can be contagious, as you pay it forwards so to will the recipient. Make it a personal mission to try do one kind thing a day! ... BEYOND THE CURVE - RESPECT YOUR RELATIONSHIPS Use this time to learn and grow with your partner. Rather than nit-pick on the small things that may irritate you, reflect on their good points, their character and their integrity. ... BEYOND THE CURVE - SUPERFOODS Plan to include more vitamin-packed superfoods in your diet. These foods not only keep you healthier and more energetic, but many of them may also combat stress. ... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
