In the following paragraphs, five habits are discussed to keep yourself mentally healthy, or at least help maintain mental health. Those being categorized as meditation, hygiene, activity, socializing, and sleep.

The first habit to consider, is meditation. This could be considered anything like journaling, listening to music, quiet time, guided meditation, etc. Those listed may lead to other ideas, too.

Journaling leads the mind back to a focused state. It lets emotions out and else where. It helps you fully understand what was accomplished in your day, and plans tomorrow.

Listening to music, quiet time, and guided meditation are all ways to refocus the mind, or clear the mind of things like stress, worries, or anything else bringing you down.

Next habit is cleanliness. This includes keeping your living spaces clean, keeping yourself clean (hygiene), eating clean/healthy, etc. These are all important to keep focuses and to not lead your mind to negative thoughts or into a worse place.

Keeping living spaces clean is an easy habit to begin with. Make yourself clean before and after any activity’s or whenever anyone is over. Eating healthy may be harder for some, but it will help you strongly in the future.

Mana.Md says, “Regular exercise and physical activity promotes strong muscles and bones.” It also says, “Staying active can also maintain a healthy weight, reduced risk of heart disease, some cancers, etc.”

The next habit is activity. Whether this be as simple as a short walk around the neighborhood or going to the gym to workout, this one is just as important.

The next habit is socializing. It is important to socialize and talk to those around you. You could reach out to an old friend, a neighbor, or family. Talking to others keeps yourself in tact and out of your head.

The last habit is getting enough sleep.  SleepFoundation.org says, “Sleep allows your body and mind to recharge, leaving yoy refreshed and alert when you wake up.”