New topics from BetterHelp

I would like to add  non-anonymous contributions to this Blog. I know anonymous ones encourage people to express themselves more "freely" but  also can stimulate negativity. On the other hand,  contributors who identify themselves "own" their topics and are more likely to attract serious discussion.

Starting today, we have a special guest contributor, Marie Miguel. She has been a writing and research expert for nearly a decade, covering a variety of health- related topics. Currently, she is contributing to the expansion and growth of a free online mental health resource with BetterHelp.com. With an interest and dedication to addressing stigmas associated with mental health, she continues to specifically target subjects related to anxiety and depression.

Here is her article on the importance of mental health.

The Importance of Mental Health

We all strive for good health and good fortune, but this sometimes comes at the cost of our mental health.

Sacrificing your mental health is something that you should never do. In this post, we will tell you why that is and what you should do in order to have the best mental health possible.

First, What Is Mental Health?

We have an idea of what mental health entails, but we may not know the exact definition.

Mental health describes our well-being. It is composed of three categories: emotional, psychological, and social needs.

When you are feeling sad, angry, or feel other emotional issues, your mental health suffers. When you have a mental health disorder, or you’re not taking care of your mind, your psychological needs suffer. When you are not speaking to anyone, your social needs suffer.

Mental health is more difficult to measure than physical health because it’s sometimes a challenge to know what is going on inside one’s mind.

Why Mental Health is Essential

Here are some reasons why mental health is a need for everyone.

It Helps Us Handle Challenges

At all stages, life has its own challenges. From working to planning for the future, and from unexpected events like COVID and other uncertainties, you need to be mentally strong. If you are not, you may not be able to handle what life throws at you.

You’re not weak if you have moments where you can’t handle life. However, it’s important to take a breather and improve your mental health.

It Connects With Your Physical Health

When you are mentally unwell, it may have an impact on your physical health. For instance, when you are depressed, you will be unable to get out of bed or work out. Not working out can lead to obesity, which may lead to diabetes and other mental health issues.

It can have an impact on other parts that can affect your physical health, including your hygiene.

Makes Us Productive

Whether it’s for your job or for your own hobbies, being mentally well is important to get the most output out of what life brings you.

Helping Your Mental State

With all that said, there are some ways for you to improve your mental state. These include:

• Eating right and exercising.

• Doing mediation and practicing mindfulness.

• Getting a full night’s sleep.

• Keeping to a routing.

• Trying new hobbies that interest you.

• Seeking help from a therapy.

Why Therapy Can Help

Some people are skeptical of therapy, or don’t feel like they should go.

We should make it clear that there is nothing wrong with wanting to go to therapy, and doing so can help to save your life in some cases.

There are some mental health conditions and life situations that you may be unable to do on your own. Speaking to a professional can help you get to the bottom of what is concerning you and allow you some peace of mind.

Here are some signs it may be time to talk to a therapist:

• No matter what you do, you never have energy.

• You feel like everything you do is for nothing.

• You’ve been consuming drugs or excess alcohol.

• You no longer enjoy what you used to.

• Your mood seems to swing at the drop of a hat.

• Many people have noticed that you’ve changed.

These signs may mean you should talk to a therapist. Talking to someone can end up saving your life in some cases, especially if you have severe depression or are turning to drugs to solve your problems. A therapist may be able to assist you.

Online Therapy is a Solution

If you want to speak to someone, but you don’t know where to turn to, online therapy can help.

You can speak to a therapist from the comfort of your own home. The therapist is licensed and ready to work on your schedule, which makes it convenient for you.

In order to learn more about what online therapy means, go to BetterHelp. There, you can learn more about therapy and talk to a therapist of your choosing.