On the occasion of Valentine’s Day, which falls on February 14 of each year, the MQ Foundation, which specializes in mental health research in the United Kingdom, issued a set of tips and advice for unmarried people, in order to enhance their mental health, love, and self-esteem.
The research institution said in an article on its website that on Valentine’s Day and every day, the most important relationship we can have is the one that brings us together, and it considered that self-love means taking care of it, accepting it, taking care of it, and also protecting it.
The article encourages individuals to celebrate Valentine’s Day by enjoying their personal time and expressing their self-love through various means and methods. of between it:
Work on “self love”
The report considers that self-love may be a difficult journey for many, and for some, this may require a great effort. However, it distinguishes between two loves, a positive one that promotes positive feelings and the values of self-care and taking care of it from all the psychological problems that may face them, whether internal or external, such as Anxiety and depression.
Another negative one is linked to selfish, self-absorbed, and narcissistic behaviors, which he classifies as a mental health condition that does not reflect self-love, as many believe.
Within the process of promoting positive self-love, the report indicates that it is useful to consider the idea of what psychologists call “the child’s inner work,” by communicating with parts of ourselves that we have suppressed and whose needs we have not met, such as their need to play, for example. So the report says, the option to play and do an activity that you find enjoyable can be among your activities for the day.
Creative activities
In the same context, the report believes that creative work remains a tool for reducing stress, anxiety, depression, etc., and improving psychological well-being.
The article shows that creativity is not limited to drawing or painting, but can include many activities such as handicrafts, cooking and writing.
Eat a delicious but healthy meal
Enjoying a delicious meal alone is also a great way to show self-love. The article highlights the importance of good nutrition in meeting basic human needs, enhancing stress resistance, improving digestive health, sleep quality, and reducing inflammation.
According to the report, cooking meals can regulate our emotions and interact with ourselves, thus improving mental health and also strengthening our social connections. On Valentine’s Day, it is suggested that you prepare special ingredients to prepare your favorite meal this evening, and have a delicious dinner.
Good story
“Immerse yourself in a good story,” this was also among the advice that the report’s authors give to single people on Valentine’s Day, whether through reading, or attending a funny theatrical or comedy show.
The same source considered that reading fictional stories has a positive effect on the mood and emotional state, while attending a theatrical or comedy show remains a beneficial activity for your mental health, whether you are alone or with friends or relatives.
Spending time with friends
Spending time with friends is great for mental health, with the report pointing out that socializing can be a “social cure” for mental health challenges.
The article indicates that regular conversations with friends or family members reduce anxiety and depression.
Kindness to others
“If you feel that love has been too hard on you, be kind to others.” The article shows that kindness can benefit not only mental health but also physical health.
The report stated that, in a survey conducted in 2020, about 63 percent of adults in Britain said that their mental health had improved thanks to kindness, noting that “kindness reduces stress, so kind people tend to enjoy healthier and happier lives.”
To nature
Being outdoors is good for our psychological well-being, the report says, noting that being in nature, surrounded by green trees, flowers or colorful plants, can be a wonderful thing, helping us feel calm, hopeful and strong.
The report also says that gardening activities improve mood and reduce stress, as simply dipping our hands in the soil may make us feel happy and relaxed.
In relation to Valentine’s Day, the report stated that receiving flowers can improve an individual’s mood, explaining that we should not wait for someone else to buy roses for us, but we can also give them and make ourselves happy with them.
2024-02-14 07:38:33
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