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Let’s Improve and Maintain Mental Health

Emotional and mental health is a vital part of overall health. Individuals who are connected to their emotional health journey are in control of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. 

They’re able to cope better with life’s challenges - such as bullying. They can keep challenges in perspective and rebound quickly from setbacks. They have higher self-esteem and have better relationships.

Being healthy doesn’t mean you have to be happy all the time. Emotionally and mentally healthy people still feel stress, anger, and sadness. Being healthy just means that you’re consciously aware of your emotions. You can acknowledge them, whether they’re positive or negative. 

These are some ways you can improve or maintain good emotional and mental health:

• Be aware of your reactions and emotions
• Stop, pause, think, then react
• Manage stress levels
• Create balance
• Make your physical health a priority
• Connect with others
• Find purpose and meaning
• Postive thinking

Information courtesy of Stomp Out Bullying