How To Be Emotionally Healthy

Although physical health characteristics receive plenty of attention, emotional health traits are equally important in defining well-being. Emotionally healthy people share many positive traits that help them overcome obstacles. Keeping a positive attitude through adversity is just one sign of being emotionally healthy. Learning to accept shortcomings is another sign of an emotionally healthy state. Reaching a high level of emotional health is possible with hard work and confidence.

Instructions

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  Immerse yourself in positive thinking. Letting go of negative energy is essential to maintaining emotional health. Allowing negative thoughts to linger can affect your attitude as well as your actions. Focus your attention on the "bright side" to stay motivated. Find positive ways to relieve stress such as participating in yoga. Initiate regular conversations with friends to discuss problems and possible resolutions.

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  Affirm your positive qualities regularly. It's easier to handle issues such as rejection when you have high self-esteem. Acknowledging your strong suits helps build confidence and eliminate doubt. Accept compliments graciously without downplaying or challenging them.

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  Set realistic goals and work to complete them. Gain a sense of accomplishment by bettering yourself in all aspects of your life. Choose goals that will enhance your confidence and curb feelings of inadequacy or helplessness. Avoid getting stuck in unsatisfactory situations by asking for help when you need it.

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  Build strong personal relationships with well-adjusted people. Surrounding yourself with stable friends benefits your emotional health. Using their positive habits as examples can encourage you to be a better person. Engage in constructive conversations and activities to build trust and mutual respect.

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  Admit to and apologize for hurting others. Avoid dodging your mistakes or denying them altogether. Assess your negative actions and actively improve your attitudes and behavior. Seek forgiveness without placing blame on others or downplaying their feelings. Understand that your actions are important and strive to make your actions match your positive intentions.

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  Recognize the connection between physical and emotional health. The mind-body connection refers to the link between how the body feels and how the mind functions. Taking care of your physical needs is essential to maintaining a healthy balance. Eat a nutritious diet that features food from each group in the recommended amount. Drink six to eight glasses of water each day to prevent dehydration. Participate in aerobic exercise a minimum of three times per week, for at least 20 minutes per workout. Sleep comfortably for at least six hours each night to rest your body and mind.