9 Steps to positive mental health beyond lupus
1. Talk about your feelings – It’s important to release your feelings as you walk on your lupus journey. Talking about your feelings opens your spirit to healing daily.
2. Stay active – Exercise and movement is beneficial for your wellbeing. It improves your physical health, provides you with more energy, and enhances your mood.
3. Eat healthy food – Cut back on sugary foods and refined carbs to improve your mood. Try eating foods that boost your mood and help your body fight inflammation.
4. Ask for help when needed – Ask for help if you’re feeling overwhelmed; you can talk to a friend, family member, support group, or look for advice on support websites if you need it.
5. Keep in touch with loved ones – It’s important to keep in touch with your friends and family when you need it most – whether it’s a phone call, an email or a face-to-face visit if it’s possible.
6. Take breaks often – A change of scenery or pace is beneficial to your mental health. It could be a five-minute break from cleaning your kitchen, a half-hour lunch break at work, or a long break in the tub to relax and read.
7. Accept who you are – Your lupus journey is unique. It’s better to accept that than compare your journey to others. Accepting who you are in your journey boosts your self-esteem and improved confidence in your walk.
8. Stay hydrated – Hydration can promote energy, focus, and mental health. Staying hydrated is important for overall health.
9. Be easy on yourself – If you’re having a difficult time, don’t Beat yourself up over it. You are fighting for your life daily, ‘Be kind to yourself’.
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