Mental health is no less important than physical health. Find out if everything is fine with you or if there is a reason to change your lifestyle or even see a doctor.
Is your body healthy right now? What about your spirit? Today it is no longer a secret for anyone: our overall health largely depends on the state of our psyche. That’s why it’s so important to take care of yourself.
How do you know if all is well with your mental health? Dr. Karla Shuman listed 10 signs of a person who does not have mental problems.
You wake up in the morning feeling grateful
We all have bad days and hard times. But mentally healthy people are distinguished by the ability to remember at least one reason to be grateful for something every day. If you want to become a happier person, try to adopt this habit and you will see how your approach to life will change.
You have plans – you want to do or try something
If you are planning pleasant things – be it a vacation in distant countries or an evening watching your favorite movie – then you have something to look forward to and enjoy this anticipation. This means that you seek out positive experiences that can be a great antidote to depression.
Don’t waste time and energy on malice
Life is impossible without conflicts, but a healthy person knows how to abstract from complaints and move on. Remember: harboring hatred and resentment means harming yourself. Often it is these negative emotions that prevent you from making new friends. If you can let go of your anger and simply stop thinking about those who have hurt you, you will eventually be able to find peace and tranquility.
You know how to enjoy the simple things
People with good mental health do not need much to be happy: they can enjoy a simple walk, a meeting with friends, good music, a beautiful view. For positive emotions, they do not need an exclusive experience or an exclusive occasion.
You help others
Of course, mentally healthy people take care of themselves. But at the same time, they are able to care for others too! If you do not have mental problems, it means that you are able to maintain a balance between meeting your own needs and paying attention to others.
You know how to assert your personal boundaries
A healthy, adequate person is able to refuse and knows how to properly defend his point of view. He is capable of benefiting others without harming himself.
You don’t feel envy
Envious people constantly compare themselves to others. But people with a healthy psyche do not waste time on this. They just set realistic goals and go for them without looking at other people.
You are able to enjoy the happiness of others
The ability to be happy for others and to tell them about it is a very important aspect of mental health. If you can do this, then you are able to see beyond your own pain and experience happiness for others – even if all is not so smooth in your own life.
Some of these qualities seem unattainable – especially if you were raised very differently. However, it is possible to reframe your behavior and stop focusing on the negative if you make the effort.
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