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If your mental health is low, it’s nothing to be ashamed about. We know that for a lot of people, they feel as though this is a weakness, but we promise you that it isn’t. We all go through stages like this, and it’s just a case of getting you out of this headspace and back into a healthier one. In this article, we’re going to be taking a look at some of the things that you can do to keep yourself going when your mental health is low. Keep reading to find out more.
Talk To Your Friends
The first thing that you need to do is talk to your friends. These people are the ones that are going to be there for you at your lowest and your highest, so you know you can trust them. They also feel like this at times, so don’t worry about them not understanding. Sure, they might not be able to understand your unique situation, but they can empathize with the general feeling.
We promise you that when you talk about it you are going to feel so much better. A problem shared is a problem halved, and it will feel like a huge weight is lifting off of your chest when you finally talk about all the things that are bothering you. It might not feel like it now, and it might be really hard to do, but that doesn’t mean it’s not worth it.
Take Up A Sport
The next thing that you should be doing is taking up a sport. Sport is fantastic for those who are feeling low in their mood as it involves exercise, but is also fun. It gives you something to do, most sports are social so you have to interact with people, and you are keeping fit at the same time. When we exercise, the body releases endorphins which are a natural mood enhancer and pain killer, making you feel better. For example, you can take up golf and get some practice in the golf practice nets before you head out to the green.
Distract Yourself
The final thing that we are going to mention is that you should try to distract yourself from all the things that are hurting you right now. It’s not a long-term solution, just an in-the-moment one. But, a brief reprieve is better than none at all, and you’re going to feel so much better for it.
We hope that you have found this article helpful, and now see some of the things that you are going to need to do to keep yourself going when your mental health is low. It’s not always easy to do, and there are days where you are not going to want to do a single thing on this list and would prefer to stay in bed and be low. But, the important thing is that you get up, and that you show up for these things, because they are important.
