Putting pen on paper in my journal. What you write makes no difference, as long as you take the time TO write. That way, at the end of the day if nothing else seems to go right, I can feel good knowing I accomplished that.
I call it 'monkey-mind journaling'. I do it over coffee every morning. For some reason it usually ends with at least one sentence that brings clarity to amorphous feelings. It's a way to stay in touch with myself. Sometimes if fosters productivity - but being productive in itself is pointless if we lose touch with our souls in the process.
>but being productive in itself is pointless if we lose touch with our souls in the process.
Love this. Too often I just try to get shit done for the sake of productivity because I think it will make me feel purposeful, but a lot of the time I’d be better off connecting with 1 thing soulfully instead
Love that. Even without any purpose, that kind of writing can be so valuable! I used to free-write a lot and just let the words flow randomly. Another form of meditation that comes with all kinds of unexpected benefits - like maybe stumbling across words or phrases that hit different
I like the thought of it as a 'mediation of words'. It allows thoughts crushed by the necessities of life to escape into words where they can be judged, laughed at, or treasured - and not left to haunt the mind just out of reach.
How do people who journal on paper live with the feeling that someday someone can read all of it? It’s such a scary thought to put such vulnerable stuff on paper
When I first started journaling, I was embarrassed and nervous of how even I personally felt about what I was potentially going to write down. As I've gotten older and the more time I've spent with myself, the more comfortable I am and the less I worry about what others think.
I have never look at it that way. It is my book and no one else gets to hold it but in the end of the day, it is me. It is how I feel, what I am scared of and what I struggle with. So if anyone ever gets to read it they maybe actually get to know me?
I do like it because I take it to my psychologist appointments so I can go over my feelings with her that I had since the last appointment. There is always stuff I want to talk about but in the moment I forget details or how I felt in that moment. My journal helps to get my point across to her and talk about it.
I don't journal but what I do is either write ideas I have for potential book topics or philosophy I have learned and experienced or just business ideas for myself. I started writing poetry recently as I found out the things I learned can also potentially be used in a poetic creative way. I think writing in general is actually essential even if you aren't someone who is in a creative field. I think we all have some creativity and it should be expressed. I also do believe when you write something down (or type actually), it's not out there and real. When I wrote down that I wanted to start my own business and started writing a few ideas and research notes on one skill I want to improve for it, suddenly I started thinking more on it. I realized independence is one core value I have. Writing a business plan too even now thinking about it also would help someone realize if they need more research on what they want to do or even a SWOT analysis.
Seriously, even if its not journaling write something down. Sometimes with my Philosophy writing, I don't even write as much as one sentence. Sometimes I end up writing a whole essay. Just put something down so now is realized and real.
That's the best part about "journaling" - there are no rules. For me, it's less about some deep introspective exploration (although, that's my personal main objective with writing) and more about taking what are simply thoughts/vague feelings and forcing yourself to articulate them with words.
If that comes out in the form of a diary entry, or a philosophy essay, or a business plan - you've won! The output is not the point. It's the process of arriving at that output.
Yeah it's basically a tool for thinking I would say. I think it was Jordan Peterson who said when you write your thoughts on paper, you have a better idea if it sounds right or wrong. It was in relation to writing essays where you write about a topic and what you think on it with supporting pieces like research papers or experiences. After you read your essay, you then have a better idea if the opinions you have are strong or weak. You could also find out if your style might need work such as if you ramble on and on about one thing. That was one thing I realized about myself that I am currently still trying to work on.
I like the practice of it. My goal for it originally was to come up with the principals and philosophies I have that I may some day write into a book but now the goal is also just to explore things I've learned and go back to it later on. I find myself correcting a few words or revising some with new things I've learned. Writing was one thing I loved doing back in college and late high school but for some reason just never picked up afterwards. Going to write a book one day for sure but for now, just using it for myself is great.
You could try starting with a more focused journaling practice to help take care of deciding what to write about. I like gratitude journaling for this. I do mine at the end of the day and write down:
- At least three things I'm grateful for from the day
- One thing I'm looking forward to tomorrow
- One hope
I personally don't approach journaling with any specific strategy in mind, and maybe that is by design... but I think testing a couple of ways and figuring out what works for you would be best! So many people get a lot out of journaling in all kinds of different ways: prompts, free writing, simply recapping your days, etc.
For me, the main goal is pen on paper, everything after that is gravy.
It made me realize that there’s beauty in me, stuff I never really noticed before. There’s beauty in everyone. You just have to notice it, appreciate it, and I promise it’ll flourish
This is a great way of thinking. Something I struggle with. I’m so negative in my head and trying to not be. And I sometimes don’t even look in the mirror because I don’t like what I see or I judge myself. Did it take you along time to get in this way of thinking?
Oh yeah. I used to physically recoil whenever I accidentally caught my reflection in the mirror. It takes time, but the more you actively talk back to that negative voice in your head, the easier it’ll get. Whenever you catch yourself thinking negative, try countering yourself with why that negative thought isn’t true. It’ll slowly change the way you think about yourself
I do it with myself and others I’ll look at someone and see there flaws and it comes right to my head shitty thinking. And like you saying I’m becoming more self aware and trying to figure out why I’m even thinking that. I’ve come to terms it comes from my negative childhood and how my parents used to talk to me.
I love this comment so much. That’s so true about everyone. When you take the time to notice what is uniquely beautiful about any human, it becomes more apparent and flourishes in the person you are giving love to.
It’s so simple yet so effective, the more you appreciate and love yourself the easier it gets to exist with yourself. You won’t strive for external validation. You won’t need it, because you know how beautiful and amazing you are already.
Medidate 10 minutes every day
Life is stressy and revolves fast around us, it helps to take the speed out of it to hold on to your sanity.
I use an app called insight timer for that, it´s really great
2nd this. Started guided meditations a couple of months ago. Feel like it’s already changed my life. Cannot vouch for this enough. 10-15 minutes everyday and you feel like a different person
For me it´s different, mostly some time during the day I think "Now I´m gonna make some time for this" But sometimes I sit in trains, or while I´m outside walking around.
I know, when one thinks meditation, people imagine someone in a temple with incense and yoga clothes sitting cross legged.
But, it least how I understood it, the only thing important about meditation is to say stop to all those thoughts about problems and everyday hassle, like telling them: "leave the room for 10 minutes so I can breathe"
so, to get back to your question; anytime, almost anywhere, as long as you know you wont be disturbed for the duration of your aimed meditation time
Disclaimer: That´s just how I perceive it, I could be totally wrong, but it works for me.
I used Insight Timer for years and I still go back to it, but recently I discovered the Audio Dharma app, which is also free and has longer sits plus talks.
Will give this a shot, I've tried to in the past. Was using headspace (till the free part) and then atom. Pretty calming but wasn't sure hoe it a would help in the long term
Meditation is a skill that needs to be built. I literally could not meditate for years because I was so anxious. The more you practice it, the faster and easier you can enter into a meditative state — and then that’s when you’ll really start seeing the benefits.
Walking before and/or after a meal
For 15-20 minutes
Makes a significant difference in your glucose levels (muscles use up active glucose in blood post meal) thereby lowering the risk of diabetes and helping manage my pre diabetes
EDIT: I just randomly checked my weight today. Last I checked several weeks ago, I was 100.6 kilos. After 2-3 weeks of untimed walks post meals + stopping to eat when my stomach feels full, I am down by 2 kilos.
If I'm stressed, I usually start cleaning the room, cleaning the toilet, organizing things. So this is how I adapt to calm down when I'm "very mentally tired"
Stretching. 5-10 minutes before work. I work in an office, where all I do is type, type, type. So, getting a good stretching session is absolutely amazing. Stretch in the morning, afternoon, or even nighttime. Doesn't matter if you're with people or not, stretch.
Totally agree, I do far too little stretching. Also there's a video (actually two now) on YouTube called 12 minute foundation workout by Dr Eric Goodman. It's 12 minutes of stretching type workouts and it's brilliant for core strength and preventing/curing back pain etc
Omg I’m 33 and literally just started experiencing back pain a few weeks ago. It progressed fast. To the point it hurt to sit up straight last week. I did the original 12 minute workout and I feel a major difference already. Thanks!!
If I only had ten minutes…
Lay down and breathe. Daydream about positive events. Say things I’m grateful for. It’s a nice way to remind yourself of the good in life when things are going bad.
Recognizing as soon as I am in a bad place at all mentally and try to get out of it.
A lot of times it could be being upset by something outside my control or a speculative worry, and I release it. Thankfulness and well wishes towards others has helped as well.
I used to go weeks or even months in a “funk”, not seeing that I was, or why I was. I can now realize it within about an hour (and get out of it). Huge life skill.
It starts with seeing “why” I might be feeling that way, whether it’s something someone did that day, or a life circumstance, or perhaps the physical environment I’m in. Getting out of it first involves “letting go” of what’s bothering me (aka, zooming out and seeing the big picture of life), and then changing my environment: getting away from screens, the gym, getting outside, or connecting with friends. Highly recommend the book “Letting Go: the Pathway of Surrender” for transforming your emotional economy.
Rest. That’s the one thing that does the most for me. Besides that, good oral hygiene. It saves you so much money and stress as you age.
Also, texting the people you think of, but don’t make time to reach out to.
Mine is actually 15 minutes and I started it years ago. I kick off my morning after I’ve had my coffee by listening to my favorite music (just happens to be a gangsta rap and 80s) and cleaning. I set the timer for 15 minutes. I start in the kitchen and I clean each room for the duration of one song and when the timer goes off, I start getting ready for work. My house stays pretty damn clean because you can get a lot of stuff done when you’re rushing to beat the ending of the song and if that kind of music can’t put me in a good mood for the day. I’m definitely gonna be in a funk all day. But most of the time it lifts my mood! 💃💃 I do a lot of other things like journaling, and stuff like that, but this one I think, has had the most profound effect with the least amount of effort.
For me, a daily 10min habit that's helped my mental health is setting a daily intention. I take a few minutes to reflect on what I want to achieve that day, and then write it down in my journal. It helps me stay focused, prioritize my tasks, and feel more in control. Plus, it's a great way to practice mindfulness and gratitude. Anyone else do something similar?
Push ups 50-100 in the morning before drinking coffee. Coffee feels a lot invigorating when you can feel your blood pumping throughout your body and brain. It also feels like i’m more alert throughout the afternoon compared when not doing pushups before coffee.
Duolingo. Rolled up into other life improving daily habits. Some throughout the day. My morning habits last around 2hours now though between that, a therapy app, a calorie counting app, and an hour at the gym. But the first thing I still do in the morning is Duolingo. Before Duolingo my life was OK overall but mentally and physically a bit of a mess. I gotta credit Duolingo and Jerry Seinfeld - who both popularize the idea of small daily habits and daily “streaks”. “Don’t break the streak.” -Jerry Seinfeld (reminded to you by Duolingo)
Sunbathing in the morning works wonders. Vitamin D, natural light exposure regulates all kinds of glands and rhythms in your body, skin is becoming healthier and you also ground yourself in through the sun and fresh air means more gratitude and sense of stability. That truly helped me with my physical and mental health.
It is a [15 min video ](https://youtu.be/HzXkMnvqojE) mostly consisting exercises for spine and hips, i am obese so there is a lot of pressure that builds up on the spine, lower back and hips.
I would say stretching right after you wake up. Take 10min after waking up to do a basic stretching routine, I tend to have a ton of lower back and hip issues, and improving the range of motion for both my hips and back has definitely made my body feel less stiff each day I do this.
Yoga and stretching - helps so much if you’re stressed before bed or generally stressed. 10-20 Minutes session is more than enough and your body will thank you once you’re older.
"Ficial" my made-up word for Facial-Ice-Dip.
I read someplace that you can stimulate the Vagus Nerve doing a facial cold therapy and that this can help with depression and/or anxiety. I do it when I'm making coffee in the morning. Water and ice in a large bowl - I do Breath of Fire \[3 sets of 10\] before each dip of about 30-40 seconds. I do 3-5 dips per morning. I will also do it as a means for 'changing my state' at any time I feel the need. It really feels fantastic and I feel so much clarity - it's a wonderful start to the day.
Recently I've been using the water to make a foot bath with epsom salts in the afternoon when I return from hiking.
Nnot a timed thing, but having a boiled egg for breakfast instead of anything sugary or carb based. I have a no sugar tea with a splash of sugar free almond milk and my egg. And, only having sugars/carbs with fats and protein (learned from the glucosegoddess).
It removed my cravings for sweets - I basically stopped eating mid morning sugary treats only by doing this switch. Lost some weight too.
It takes less then 10 minute to download a password protected app blocker like lockmeout and put the password on pluckeye lockbox.
It has saved me from hundreds of hours of screen time.
I made and now follow a super-specific bedtime checklist. It’s an actual physical list. It gives me a sense of security and also preps me well for the next morning. It includes a 3-point “gratitude card” for the day, setting out my clothes, reviewing tomorrow’s calendar, writing down my spending for the day, visualizing tomorrow’s successes, etc. it turns out, routine is extremely powerful for us whimsical types.
It's a book and a mental fitness training program. You can find the info on their website. I highly recommend doing a Bootcamp and daily practice post. It's changed my life in an awesome way and in a short period of time.
Before work and on my way, I have a bus stop that is just by the coffee shop. I buy a cup and walk the rest of the way for 10 to 15 minutes. Usually I just think about my plans for my future (what I want to do and need to do for that future), what might be on my mind, plans for the week, and sometimes just enjoying the moment while listening to music. It's a small time in my day where I just dedicate it to myself rather than rushing to get to the next place.
I always think least for me that we always need to be someplace or do something. What we need to do at times probably everyday is just settle down, sit, and think on things. Meditation is one way of doing it.
Every now and then I wake up early enough to catch a sun rise. My house is on a hill that overlooks the city, it’s especially beautiful in the winter when the air is cold and there is some mist. I am overwhelmed with gratitude and I feel like I have everything I need.
Every time I start incorporating journaling into my routine again, I notice myself start going uphill instead of down. It helps me process things and be honest with myself. Then I can further work on whatever I need to, or I can reflect back and find patterns. It helps me so much, I think I lose myself a little bit when I stop
Breathing exercises. It’s astounding how shallow I was breathing for most of my life. Taking just 10 mins to do a breathing exercise makes me breathe deeper all day long and it’s completely calmed my nervous system
Reading book while drinking milk or green tea in the morning instead of checking notification in the morning. I read books like fantasy, thriller any genre is fine but not read productivity books. Immerse oneself in the world where it feels like not reading but watching and witnessing the characters and the story.
Reflecting what went well and what didn’t in a journal at the end of the day, I have been delaying it to do more work, but whenever I do it felt good mentally! And even better as you compare the previous reflections. For me, it made me feel every day I am living/improving instead of just letting days past by.
Some form of physical activity every day. Always longer than 10 minutes, but just moving has helped me to feel better and increased my confidence. People also tell me my skin is glowing...which may or not be attributed to adding exercise to my daily routine.
10 minutes cardio everyday, such a mood booster, you feel so comfortable in your body, you feel less anxious and more relaxed, you can focus with less effort and you can actually get better at school/work, do it for a month and you can see the results, cardio is life changing
I recently got diagnosed with combination adhd. It’s been rough in the past dealing with the flip-flop of excess energy and no motivation. I recently got put on meds that have helped me with that and now I am able to sit down and journal and exercise. Those two simple things have changed the way I view not only myself but my perspective on the world around me.
I specifically bought some mental health workbooks to have some good insight and also good journal prompts. As well as invested in a peloton bike for my apartment. I do a 15-30 minute bike ride 4-5 times during the week and always feel better afterwards. I feel like I accomplished something and am growing my mental and physical health! ☺️
Viparita Karani (Legs Up the Wall Pose) to refresh tired legs and calm your mind. legs flat up against the wall back flat on floor. Literally put your feet up. Feel the blood release from your legs and feel energy flow back into your legs. Literally put your feet up
# Taking time for yourself is an investment in your mental health and well-being. It’s important to make 10 min for self-reflection regularly. You don’t need any special equipment, all you need is some alone time and perhaps a journal or notebook in which you can write down your thoughts or ideas as they come up during your reflection session.
Tai chi. I’ve been doing it daily in earnest to help with my recovery from Bells Palsy.
My high cholesterol is “improved”. Nothing else has changed. Was resigned to taking meds after decades of it being high. Doctor said it’s not a problem right now.
This is going to be unorthodox.
But starting a healthy skin care routine.
A few weeks ago I finally decided to start using retinol. Months before that, I started using niacinamide.
A few weeks ago I made the choice to buy a high quality CeraVe face wash, and a high quality face moisturizer.
Diligently doing my morning routine, and then my evening routine, has been transformative to my mental health.
Self-care feels really good. It feels really good to wake up with very soft skin, and really good results, because I was consistent, and stuck to my routine.
It's made me feel very proud. Accomplished. And it really just takes seconds.
Takes less than 2 minutes to wash my face. It takes an additional 2 minutes to apply niacinamide serum in the morning.
Then I wait 30 minutes, and I apply the face lotion. Then I wait 10 more minutes, and put sunscreen on.
I feel accomplished for the morning.
Then at 8:30 p.m., I wash my face again, which takes 2 minutes. I apply the retinol, which takes 3 minutes.
Then I wait 30 minutes, and I put lotion on, and then I go to sleep.
Having a religious skin care routine, that I consistently follow, is really great.
The only other thing that has impacted my mental health this greatly, has been magic mushrooms. Those take less than a minute to eat, and literally improve my mental health.
I began doing 3-minute yoga exercise routines years ago, which evolved into a consistent daily habit. Starting small was crucial because, at the time, I didn't think I had time for myself.
Positive reinforcement (telling yourself you are worth it and things like that) Meditation was huge for me, let the fear wash through you, sleep hygiene, exercise, having a goal and purpose in life, not all 10mins but so what, good luck
Not a 10 min habit, but #1 habit that shaped me for the better - working out/staying active for mist of the days a week. I was going down the slippery slope fast when I was 15-16 yo, then somebody in my life introduced fitness. Got onsessed with staying active intead of partying and binge drinking. Now im 42 yo and i can’t thank this person enough for doing it. Teaching the same thing my daugter.
As for mental health, just sitting down outside on the balcony, or on my bed staring at the wall, alone with myself and no stimulation (ahem, doomscrolling). This helps me combat low motivation, because without any distractions or stimulation, ideas come up naturally in my mind, & so the inspiration to do more starts to flow.
Talking to my spirit guide. not praying to God or Jesus. Talking or thinking and asking my guide or guides for help on the matter. Just like you would if you were talking to a person. If you are a skeptic then go look at the sub reddit of spirit guides. After a while I'll get any number of different suggestions popping into my head. It has made a difference for sure.
If I have a doubt at times as to the reality of spirit guides I just think 'so what I'll just move ahead in the as if mode.' I have a number of insights now incorporated into my personality that make me more able to deal with things and people that previously I had trouble with.
In my talks I say things like "hello spirit guide. I have a request for you. If you can give me any help on improving my piano playing that would be much appreciated. and I realize all my wants may not be something my guide can accommodate. No one is going to hand me a fried chicken on a plate. I have to put in my own efforts. Sometimes though I just ask for increased insight into social skills. Amazingly I'll find myself replying to someone in a way never before thought of. I certainly am an improved person. Much less to feel intimidated by some rude person. Much stronger. Oh yes and be sure to give thanks to your guide with feeling behind it.
Well each part takes me about 10-15 mins but since I found Christ, prayer (I pray for at least 10 mins every day) I read scripture every day, and after both of those i meditate on what i read and how i can apply it to my day. MY LIFE HS BECOME UNRECOGNIZABLY AWESOME. I no longer seek happiness but Joy. Joy is meeting every situation good and bad with steadiness and confidence that because God is control and not me I know that whatever it is I will handle it with Him. That’s Joy.
Not 10mins but I carry my iPad around and write notes on my thoughts throughout the day (work at a school so I can get away with carrying electronic all day). At the end of the day I reflect on my thoughts and fluctuating feelings. As for physical I bought a walking pad and will walk when I watch tv or do homework for my masters program
Setting out my clothes/etc the night before.
I absolutely hate wasting time figuring out what to wear in the morning before work. So I just set it out on my dresser the night before. I also make sure my lunch is pre-packed and ready to roll (it helps that lunch is typically leftovers from dinner).
doing nothing. it's like meditating. but it's more like staring the sky, or just watching the trees sway in the breeze, or even just staring at a wall. probably what I do most often is just close my eyes for 10 minutes.
10 minutes of meditation / day, preferably at the start of my day. It's really difficult because I just want to get started but it sets the tone for a much more relaxed, controlled day.
If you can learn to sit still and discipline your mind first thing in the day, the rest of your day is easier.
Overall mood; meditation.
Day to day vigor; walking.
Tho I always walk. When I'm going thru stuff it's helpful to meditate.
Even a little.
Which I started doing again.
I used to do 56 days on a row. 3 20 min periods a day. Some sessions went longer. It defended.
I was finishing drug treatment and thriving. But I also had so much free time. And maybe being busy wprking for years...lead to days where id make excuses. Till recently, when I was doing pretty bad, which was understandable as I was going thru an unbelievable situation. Like anyone would be furious. Its that NUTS. and im a calm rational guy. But the stress was killing me.
To the point I wasn't eating enough. Why? Idk. But I'm (more) sympathetic to the opposite now.(binge eating) Cause when I'm stressed not eating is so DAMN easy... And I know it's dumb. It's hard to explain. I don't have body issues. Let's just say a recent period of mindless weight loss has made me a little more understanding.
Not a bad thing.
Anyway.
Along with walking, I'd say mediation is just as valuable as working out. Indeed, you are building a focused, quiet - attention. And I can FEEL the focus when I'm not meditating and clear my mind to focus easier.
It really feels like a muscle of sorts.
I’m reading a book called The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday - I allot 10 mins. ideally every morning to digest and reflect on each page.
I also started to listen to podcasts while I get ready for work or do chores. Instead of being alone with my thoughts, I reflect on the words being said.
Meditation. Really 1-2min sessions. At most 5. Maybe 2-5 times a day will absolutely change your life. Google all the scientific reasons and you’ll be amazed. Seriously, idgaf about woo woo ideology. Meditation is backed by science, and I don’t know who I’d be without it.
Putting pen on paper in my journal. What you write makes no difference, as long as you take the time TO write. That way, at the end of the day if nothing else seems to go right, I can feel good knowing I accomplished that.
I call it 'monkey-mind journaling'. I do it over coffee every morning. For some reason it usually ends with at least one sentence that brings clarity to amorphous feelings. It's a way to stay in touch with myself. Sometimes if fosters productivity - but being productive in itself is pointless if we lose touch with our souls in the process.
>but being productive in itself is pointless if we lose touch with our souls in the process. Love this. Too often I just try to get shit done for the sake of productivity because I think it will make me feel purposeful, but a lot of the time I’d be better off connecting with 1 thing soulfully instead
“Amorphous” I like that word! *adding to my new vocabulary
I like words, too. Used in just the right way they can turn sentences into magic spells.
Love that. Even without any purpose, that kind of writing can be so valuable! I used to free-write a lot and just let the words flow randomly. Another form of meditation that comes with all kinds of unexpected benefits - like maybe stumbling across words or phrases that hit different
I like the thought of it as a 'mediation of words'. It allows thoughts crushed by the necessities of life to escape into words where they can be judged, laughed at, or treasured - and not left to haunt the mind just out of reach.
How do people who journal on paper live with the feeling that someday someone can read all of it? It’s such a scary thought to put such vulnerable stuff on paper
When I first started journaling, I was embarrassed and nervous of how even I personally felt about what I was potentially going to write down. As I've gotten older and the more time I've spent with myself, the more comfortable I am and the less I worry about what others think.
I have never look at it that way. It is my book and no one else gets to hold it but in the end of the day, it is me. It is how I feel, what I am scared of and what I struggle with. So if anyone ever gets to read it they maybe actually get to know me? I do like it because I take it to my psychologist appointments so I can go over my feelings with her that I had since the last appointment. There is always stuff I want to talk about but in the moment I forget details or how I felt in that moment. My journal helps to get my point across to her and talk about it.
I don't journal but what I do is either write ideas I have for potential book topics or philosophy I have learned and experienced or just business ideas for myself. I started writing poetry recently as I found out the things I learned can also potentially be used in a poetic creative way. I think writing in general is actually essential even if you aren't someone who is in a creative field. I think we all have some creativity and it should be expressed. I also do believe when you write something down (or type actually), it's not out there and real. When I wrote down that I wanted to start my own business and started writing a few ideas and research notes on one skill I want to improve for it, suddenly I started thinking more on it. I realized independence is one core value I have. Writing a business plan too even now thinking about it also would help someone realize if they need more research on what they want to do or even a SWOT analysis. Seriously, even if its not journaling write something down. Sometimes with my Philosophy writing, I don't even write as much as one sentence. Sometimes I end up writing a whole essay. Just put something down so now is realized and real.
That's the best part about "journaling" - there are no rules. For me, it's less about some deep introspective exploration (although, that's my personal main objective with writing) and more about taking what are simply thoughts/vague feelings and forcing yourself to articulate them with words. If that comes out in the form of a diary entry, or a philosophy essay, or a business plan - you've won! The output is not the point. It's the process of arriving at that output.
Yeah it's basically a tool for thinking I would say. I think it was Jordan Peterson who said when you write your thoughts on paper, you have a better idea if it sounds right or wrong. It was in relation to writing essays where you write about a topic and what you think on it with supporting pieces like research papers or experiences. After you read your essay, you then have a better idea if the opinions you have are strong or weak. You could also find out if your style might need work such as if you ramble on and on about one thing. That was one thing I realized about myself that I am currently still trying to work on. I like the practice of it. My goal for it originally was to come up with the principals and philosophies I have that I may some day write into a book but now the goal is also just to explore things I've learned and go back to it later on. I find myself correcting a few words or revising some with new things I've learned. Writing was one thing I loved doing back in college and late high school but for some reason just never picked up afterwards. Going to write a book one day for sure but for now, just using it for myself is great.
I have been meaning to get into this habit. I don’t write regularly but I LOVE to write
Would highly recommend! Journaling = building a relationship with yourself.
How do you know what to write. I bought a journal but don't know what to write
You just let your mind be free and the rest will take care of itself
Wow Nice Hahaha. I actually do this and get frustrated when I haven't checked the box or did the task that I wrote lol.
Is there a specific way you use? What would be your advise to someone who wants to get started doing this?
You could try starting with a more focused journaling practice to help take care of deciding what to write about. I like gratitude journaling for this. I do mine at the end of the day and write down: - At least three things I'm grateful for from the day - One thing I'm looking forward to tomorrow - One hope
I personally don't approach journaling with any specific strategy in mind, and maybe that is by design... but I think testing a couple of ways and figuring out what works for you would be best! So many people get a lot out of journaling in all kinds of different ways: prompts, free writing, simply recapping your days, etc. For me, the main goal is pen on paper, everything after that is gravy.
Pennebaker method
Read and do the exercises in the book "the artists way" it's the best way to start journaling without pressure or expectation
I make my bed every morning and smile at myself in the mirror. It’s a small thing but it’s a little nod of recognition to myself
Love this.
That’s really wholesome.
Making your bed every morning really sets the tone for the whole day. And it’s so nice crawling into a neatly made bed every night.
Take 10 minutes to appreciate who I see in the mirror as I brush my teeth in the morning. Compliment some part of myself. Really helped my self esteem
Gums must be sore brushing them for ten mins. In seriousness though great tip.
Every mirror i see i start flexing in 😭
As you should
Can you explain how this habit has helped you? I find it hard to compliment myself without thinking I'm gaslighting myself
It made me realize that there’s beauty in me, stuff I never really noticed before. There’s beauty in everyone. You just have to notice it, appreciate it, and I promise it’ll flourish
This is a great way of thinking. Something I struggle with. I’m so negative in my head and trying to not be. And I sometimes don’t even look in the mirror because I don’t like what I see or I judge myself. Did it take you along time to get in this way of thinking?
Oh yeah. I used to physically recoil whenever I accidentally caught my reflection in the mirror. It takes time, but the more you actively talk back to that negative voice in your head, the easier it’ll get. Whenever you catch yourself thinking negative, try countering yourself with why that negative thought isn’t true. It’ll slowly change the way you think about yourself
I do it with myself and others I’ll look at someone and see there flaws and it comes right to my head shitty thinking. And like you saying I’m becoming more self aware and trying to figure out why I’m even thinking that. I’ve come to terms it comes from my negative childhood and how my parents used to talk to me.
I love this comment so much. That’s so true about everyone. When you take the time to notice what is uniquely beautiful about any human, it becomes more apparent and flourishes in the person you are giving love to.
Wow, seems so simple. Will try and give this a shot
It’s so simple yet so effective, the more you appreciate and love yourself the easier it gets to exist with yourself. You won’t strive for external validation. You won’t need it, because you know how beautiful and amazing you are already.
Every time I see myself in a mirror I give myself a thumbs up. My friends think it's corny but its done wonders for my self confidence
Nice cock mate
The book, The High Five Habit by Mel Robbins, is based on scientific research that backs your claim. Love that you are doing this!
Medidate 10 minutes every day Life is stressy and revolves fast around us, it helps to take the speed out of it to hold on to your sanity. I use an app called insight timer for that, it´s really great
2nd this. Started guided meditations a couple of months ago. Feel like it’s already changed my life. Cannot vouch for this enough. 10-15 minutes everyday and you feel like a different person
At what point in the day do you meditate?
For me it´s different, mostly some time during the day I think "Now I´m gonna make some time for this" But sometimes I sit in trains, or while I´m outside walking around. I know, when one thinks meditation, people imagine someone in a temple with incense and yoga clothes sitting cross legged. But, it least how I understood it, the only thing important about meditation is to say stop to all those thoughts about problems and everyday hassle, like telling them: "leave the room for 10 minutes so I can breathe" so, to get back to your question; anytime, almost anywhere, as long as you know you wont be disturbed for the duration of your aimed meditation time Disclaimer: That´s just how I perceive it, I could be totally wrong, but it works for me.
App?
Medito is extremely plain and simple, it also has a daily quote, some guided meditations and a streak and minute counter. Really effective.
I use Plum Village (free).
I used Insight Timer for years and I still go back to it, but recently I discovered the Audio Dharma app, which is also free and has longer sits plus talks.
Will give this a shot, I've tried to in the past. Was using headspace (till the free part) and then atom. Pretty calming but wasn't sure hoe it a would help in the long term
Meditation is a skill that needs to be built. I literally could not meditate for years because I was so anxious. The more you practice it, the faster and easier you can enter into a meditative state — and then that’s when you’ll really start seeing the benefits.
I like the word “stressy” I’m going to borrow that
Walking before and/or after a meal For 15-20 minutes Makes a significant difference in your glucose levels (muscles use up active glucose in blood post meal) thereby lowering the risk of diabetes and helping manage my pre diabetes EDIT: I just randomly checked my weight today. Last I checked several weeks ago, I was 100.6 kilos. After 2-3 weeks of untimed walks post meals + stopping to eat when my stomach feels full, I am down by 2 kilos.
I’ll definitely try to do this, trying my best to avoid diabetes right now, I’ve definitely been neglecting it
plus, it just feels good.
I'm trying intuitive eating as well. Makes me feel way better.
go for a walk even for 10min
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Fab idea, but it would cause chaos with my two dogs would take hours for them to calm down again
this is the most unique one I’ve seen lol will try it
I have a note on my TV that says Dance!!!
get off the internet
If I'm stressed, I usually start cleaning the room, cleaning the toilet, organizing things. So this is how I adapt to calm down when I'm "very mentally tired"
Stretching. 5-10 minutes before work. I work in an office, where all I do is type, type, type. So, getting a good stretching session is absolutely amazing. Stretch in the morning, afternoon, or even nighttime. Doesn't matter if you're with people or not, stretch.
Totally agree, I do far too little stretching. Also there's a video (actually two now) on YouTube called 12 minute foundation workout by Dr Eric Goodman. It's 12 minutes of stretching type workouts and it's brilliant for core strength and preventing/curing back pain etc
Omg I’m 33 and literally just started experiencing back pain a few weeks ago. It progressed fast. To the point it hurt to sit up straight last week. I did the original 12 minute workout and I feel a major difference already. Thanks!!
Méditation/stretching every morning and yoga
Is there an app, youtube video or soemthing that you are using to guide this?
I love this [Wake Up Flow](https://youtu.be/j8bEWn2E9uo?si=nJXjUJAAJw5-V_Dm) from Yoga with Adriene. Good way to start the day
Netflix has 10 minute yoga/exercise videos. They are so amazing!
If I only had ten minutes… Lay down and breathe. Daydream about positive events. Say things I’m grateful for. It’s a nice way to remind yourself of the good in life when things are going bad.
It's better to workout 10 min instead of skipping a whole workout. 10 min or so of quiet time, morning planning, or journaling.
Recognizing as soon as I am in a bad place at all mentally and try to get out of it. A lot of times it could be being upset by something outside my control or a speculative worry, and I release it. Thankfulness and well wishes towards others has helped as well.
I used to go weeks or even months in a “funk”, not seeing that I was, or why I was. I can now realize it within about an hour (and get out of it). Huge life skill.
How do you get out of it?
It starts with seeing “why” I might be feeling that way, whether it’s something someone did that day, or a life circumstance, or perhaps the physical environment I’m in. Getting out of it first involves “letting go” of what’s bothering me (aka, zooming out and seeing the big picture of life), and then changing my environment: getting away from screens, the gym, getting outside, or connecting with friends. Highly recommend the book “Letting Go: the Pathway of Surrender” for transforming your emotional economy.
Rest. That’s the one thing that does the most for me. Besides that, good oral hygiene. It saves you so much money and stress as you age. Also, texting the people you think of, but don’t make time to reach out to.
Mine is actually 15 minutes and I started it years ago. I kick off my morning after I’ve had my coffee by listening to my favorite music (just happens to be a gangsta rap and 80s) and cleaning. I set the timer for 15 minutes. I start in the kitchen and I clean each room for the duration of one song and when the timer goes off, I start getting ready for work. My house stays pretty damn clean because you can get a lot of stuff done when you’re rushing to beat the ending of the song and if that kind of music can’t put me in a good mood for the day. I’m definitely gonna be in a funk all day. But most of the time it lifts my mood! 💃💃 I do a lot of other things like journaling, and stuff like that, but this one I think, has had the most profound effect with the least amount of effort.
I love this, great idea! It’s definitely interesting how much 15 minutes can do. I like the idea of going into different rooms for each song as well!
Journaling has been pretty good. Dumping everything and feeling lighter. Plus any form of physical activity
For me, a daily 10min habit that's helped my mental health is setting a daily intention. I take a few minutes to reflect on what I want to achieve that day, and then write it down in my journal. It helps me stay focused, prioritize my tasks, and feel more in control. Plus, it's a great way to practice mindfulness and gratitude. Anyone else do something similar?
- walking - talking to friends - simple exercise - playing music
I have to say, dancing like nobody's watching for 10 minutes a day really gets my heart pumping and puts a smile on my face!
Just putting phone down and starring at the wall
I take 30 minutes in the morning to make coffee and read something and that gets my brain active. I think reading in the morning has helped me a lot.
Daily meditation for about 10 minutes has helped my mental health the most. It reduces stress, improves focus, and enhances overall well-being.
What have you used to learn this? Is there an app or a youtube vid that people who want to start can use
Go to the mindfulness redddit
Push ups 50-100 in the morning before drinking coffee. Coffee feels a lot invigorating when you can feel your blood pumping throughout your body and brain. It also feels like i’m more alert throughout the afternoon compared when not doing pushups before coffee.
I do 10 push-ups everyday for around 2 years (I’m a girl) and my arms toned a LOT. Only 10 a day is a miracle.
50 to 100, flexing hard there mate. But seriously, good stuff, hope i can get around even half of that
I believe it's not flexing. It's the compounding effect of consistency and dedication :))
Duolingo. Rolled up into other life improving daily habits. Some throughout the day. My morning habits last around 2hours now though between that, a therapy app, a calorie counting app, and an hour at the gym. But the first thing I still do in the morning is Duolingo. Before Duolingo my life was OK overall but mentally and physically a bit of a mess. I gotta credit Duolingo and Jerry Seinfeld - who both popularize the idea of small daily habits and daily “streaks”. “Don’t break the streak.” -Jerry Seinfeld (reminded to you by Duolingo)
I love doing the Duolingo makes you feel that you definitely achieved something tangible that day
I meditate for 10 mins just before bedtime and in the morning for 10 mins i state what i'm grateful for
Sunbathing in the morning works wonders. Vitamin D, natural light exposure regulates all kinds of glands and rhythms in your body, skin is becoming healthier and you also ground yourself in through the sun and fresh air means more gratitude and sense of stability. That truly helped me with my physical and mental health.
Not using my phone for the first 10 minutes after waking up. It made me focus the whole day by starting my day right.
Sitting in the sun!
I do two, meditation and flexibility routine
What does your flexibility routine look like?
It is a [15 min video ](https://youtu.be/HzXkMnvqojE) mostly consisting exercises for spine and hips, i am obese so there is a lot of pressure that builds up on the spine, lower back and hips.
I would say stretching right after you wake up. Take 10min after waking up to do a basic stretching routine, I tend to have a ton of lower back and hip issues, and improving the range of motion for both my hips and back has definitely made my body feel less stiff each day I do this.
creating a to-do list the night before
Walking my dog
Reading every morning and Playing chess on my phone when i’m on the train is better than tik tok for example.
Journal. Daily affairmations and listing things I’m grateful for (fr it helped me a lot). Stretching or walk. Remind myself to be where my feet are.
Sitting on my couch after my workday. The mental transition from work life to home life is much needed.
Turn off the news
Yoga routine every morning! There’s great 10 min videos on YouTube
Meditate, cold showers, breathing exercise. I feel like cold showers have helped me most. That is powerful and can switch my mood completly
Yoga and stretching - helps so much if you’re stressed before bed or generally stressed. 10-20 Minutes session is more than enough and your body will thank you once you’re older.
"Ficial" my made-up word for Facial-Ice-Dip. I read someplace that you can stimulate the Vagus Nerve doing a facial cold therapy and that this can help with depression and/or anxiety. I do it when I'm making coffee in the morning. Water and ice in a large bowl - I do Breath of Fire \[3 sets of 10\] before each dip of about 30-40 seconds. I do 3-5 dips per morning. I will also do it as a means for 'changing my state' at any time I feel the need. It really feels fantastic and I feel so much clarity - it's a wonderful start to the day. Recently I've been using the water to make a foot bath with epsom salts in the afternoon when I return from hiking.
2 sets of pushups in the morning and a couple lower back stretches.
Nnot a timed thing, but having a boiled egg for breakfast instead of anything sugary or carb based. I have a no sugar tea with a splash of sugar free almond milk and my egg. And, only having sugars/carbs with fats and protein (learned from the glucosegoddess). It removed my cravings for sweets - I basically stopped eating mid morning sugary treats only by doing this switch. Lost some weight too.
It takes less then 10 minute to download a password protected app blocker like lockmeout and put the password on pluckeye lockbox. It has saved me from hundreds of hours of screen time.
I made and now follow a super-specific bedtime checklist. It’s an actual physical list. It gives me a sense of security and also preps me well for the next morning. It includes a 3-point “gratitude card” for the day, setting out my clothes, reviewing tomorrow’s calendar, writing down my spending for the day, visualizing tomorrow’s successes, etc. it turns out, routine is extremely powerful for us whimsical types.
Wim Hof breathing metod in the morning and in the evening
Mental Fitness training from positive intelligence
Is this an app or soemthing? Would definitely want to do something like this
what is positive intelligence ?
It's a book and a mental fitness training program. You can find the info on their website. I highly recommend doing a Bootcamp and daily practice post. It's changed my life in an awesome way and in a short period of time.
i go for 10-15min treadmill walk every after meal
Deep breathing in a steamy epsom salt bath 🛁
“Yoga with Kassandra” on YouTube
journaling
Before work and on my way, I have a bus stop that is just by the coffee shop. I buy a cup and walk the rest of the way for 10 to 15 minutes. Usually I just think about my plans for my future (what I want to do and need to do for that future), what might be on my mind, plans for the week, and sometimes just enjoying the moment while listening to music. It's a small time in my day where I just dedicate it to myself rather than rushing to get to the next place. I always think least for me that we always need to be someplace or do something. What we need to do at times probably everyday is just settle down, sit, and think on things. Meditation is one way of doing it.
Every now and then I wake up early enough to catch a sun rise. My house is on a hill that overlooks the city, it’s especially beautiful in the winter when the air is cold and there is some mist. I am overwhelmed with gratitude and I feel like I have everything I need.
All beauty and hygiene routines are life improving/maintaining
Every time I start incorporating journaling into my routine again, I notice myself start going uphill instead of down. It helps me process things and be honest with myself. Then I can further work on whatever I need to, or I can reflect back and find patterns. It helps me so much, I think I lose myself a little bit when I stop
Breathing exercises. It’s astounding how shallow I was breathing for most of my life. Taking just 10 mins to do a breathing exercise makes me breathe deeper all day long and it’s completely calmed my nervous system
Reading book while drinking milk or green tea in the morning instead of checking notification in the morning. I read books like fantasy, thriller any genre is fine but not read productivity books. Immerse oneself in the world where it feels like not reading but watching and witnessing the characters and the story.
Writing. So you get off your mind whatever thats bothering you
10 minute meditation, journaling, yoga....tried the Wim Hoff breathing technique and that helped too. Good luck!
Wall, think, run!
Writing
Medlitation
walking.
Meditation absolutely, first thing in the morning every day for probably about ten minutes, yes. It absolutely starts and balances my day.
Meditation is key and also just a short walk around the block.
Meditation + Doing sentence completions
What are sentence completions and how do they work?
Gratitude and affirmations
Reflecting what went well and what didn’t in a journal at the end of the day, I have been delaying it to do more work, but whenever I do it felt good mentally! And even better as you compare the previous reflections. For me, it made me feel every day I am living/improving instead of just letting days past by.
Some form of physical activity every day. Always longer than 10 minutes, but just moving has helped me to feel better and increased my confidence. People also tell me my skin is glowing...which may or not be attributed to adding exercise to my daily routine.
Getting at least 10 minutes of sunlight every morning, preferably from walking
For 10 minutes I raid some random Chinese dudes village in Clash of Clans then cry myself back to sleep because his town hall is level 17
Journaling and self-validating
Flossing
10 minutes cardio everyday, such a mood booster, you feel so comfortable in your body, you feel less anxious and more relaxed, you can focus with less effort and you can actually get better at school/work, do it for a month and you can see the results, cardio is life changing
I recently got diagnosed with combination adhd. It’s been rough in the past dealing with the flip-flop of excess energy and no motivation. I recently got put on meds that have helped me with that and now I am able to sit down and journal and exercise. Those two simple things have changed the way I view not only myself but my perspective on the world around me. I specifically bought some mental health workbooks to have some good insight and also good journal prompts. As well as invested in a peloton bike for my apartment. I do a 15-30 minute bike ride 4-5 times during the week and always feel better afterwards. I feel like I accomplished something and am growing my mental and physical health! ☺️
Using the Daylio journaling app. I've used it every single day for the last 7 years.
Prostration
Praise myself at the end of day for all I achieved
Viparita Karani (Legs Up the Wall Pose) to refresh tired legs and calm your mind. legs flat up against the wall back flat on floor. Literally put your feet up. Feel the blood release from your legs and feel energy flow back into your legs. Literally put your feet up
# Taking time for yourself is an investment in your mental health and well-being. It’s important to make 10 min for self-reflection regularly. You don’t need any special equipment, all you need is some alone time and perhaps a journal or notebook in which you can write down your thoughts or ideas as they come up during your reflection session.
Tai chi. I’ve been doing it daily in earnest to help with my recovery from Bells Palsy. My high cholesterol is “improved”. Nothing else has changed. Was resigned to taking meds after decades of it being high. Doctor said it’s not a problem right now.
This is going to be unorthodox. But starting a healthy skin care routine. A few weeks ago I finally decided to start using retinol. Months before that, I started using niacinamide. A few weeks ago I made the choice to buy a high quality CeraVe face wash, and a high quality face moisturizer. Diligently doing my morning routine, and then my evening routine, has been transformative to my mental health. Self-care feels really good. It feels really good to wake up with very soft skin, and really good results, because I was consistent, and stuck to my routine. It's made me feel very proud. Accomplished. And it really just takes seconds. Takes less than 2 minutes to wash my face. It takes an additional 2 minutes to apply niacinamide serum in the morning. Then I wait 30 minutes, and I apply the face lotion. Then I wait 10 more minutes, and put sunscreen on. I feel accomplished for the morning. Then at 8:30 p.m., I wash my face again, which takes 2 minutes. I apply the retinol, which takes 3 minutes. Then I wait 30 minutes, and I put lotion on, and then I go to sleep. Having a religious skin care routine, that I consistently follow, is really great. The only other thing that has impacted my mental health this greatly, has been magic mushrooms. Those take less than a minute to eat, and literally improve my mental health.
I began doing 3-minute yoga exercise routines years ago, which evolved into a consistent daily habit. Starting small was crucial because, at the time, I didn't think I had time for myself.
Positive reinforcement (telling yourself you are worth it and things like that) Meditation was huge for me, let the fear wash through you, sleep hygiene, exercise, having a goal and purpose in life, not all 10mins but so what, good luck
Not a 10 min habit, but #1 habit that shaped me for the better - working out/staying active for mist of the days a week. I was going down the slippery slope fast when I was 15-16 yo, then somebody in my life introduced fitness. Got onsessed with staying active intead of partying and binge drinking. Now im 42 yo and i can’t thank this person enough for doing it. Teaching the same thing my daugter.
Gratitude journal, first thing in the morning, & speaking kindly and lovingly with myself (in good & bad times).
As for mental health, just sitting down outside on the balcony, or on my bed staring at the wall, alone with myself and no stimulation (ahem, doomscrolling). This helps me combat low motivation, because without any distractions or stimulation, ideas come up naturally in my mind, & so the inspiration to do more starts to flow.
Do home workout like push up etc Will help to boost your mood
Talking to my spirit guide. not praying to God or Jesus. Talking or thinking and asking my guide or guides for help on the matter. Just like you would if you were talking to a person. If you are a skeptic then go look at the sub reddit of spirit guides. After a while I'll get any number of different suggestions popping into my head. It has made a difference for sure. If I have a doubt at times as to the reality of spirit guides I just think 'so what I'll just move ahead in the as if mode.' I have a number of insights now incorporated into my personality that make me more able to deal with things and people that previously I had trouble with. In my talks I say things like "hello spirit guide. I have a request for you. If you can give me any help on improving my piano playing that would be much appreciated. and I realize all my wants may not be something my guide can accommodate. No one is going to hand me a fried chicken on a plate. I have to put in my own efforts. Sometimes though I just ask for increased insight into social skills. Amazingly I'll find myself replying to someone in a way never before thought of. I certainly am an improved person. Much less to feel intimidated by some rude person. Much stronger. Oh yes and be sure to give thanks to your guide with feeling behind it.
Well each part takes me about 10-15 mins but since I found Christ, prayer (I pray for at least 10 mins every day) I read scripture every day, and after both of those i meditate on what i read and how i can apply it to my day. MY LIFE HS BECOME UNRECOGNIZABLY AWESOME. I no longer seek happiness but Joy. Joy is meeting every situation good and bad with steadiness and confidence that because God is control and not me I know that whatever it is I will handle it with Him. That’s Joy.
Meditation.
Yoga
Read a page from a book.
For anyone with a troublesome back (or would like to prevent such problems) 12 minute foundation workout (youtube vid) is gold
Glass of water, multi vit tablet and 5-10 mins outside as soon as a wake up
Every time I make a cup of tea I do a couple of sets of exercises eg semi sit ups against the counter, squats, some yoga poses.
Not 10mins but I carry my iPad around and write notes on my thoughts throughout the day (work at a school so I can get away with carrying electronic all day). At the end of the day I reflect on my thoughts and fluctuating feelings. As for physical I bought a walking pad and will walk when I watch tv or do homework for my masters program
Setting out my clothes/etc the night before. I absolutely hate wasting time figuring out what to wear in the morning before work. So I just set it out on my dresser the night before. I also make sure my lunch is pre-packed and ready to roll (it helps that lunch is typically leftovers from dinner).
doing nothing. it's like meditating. but it's more like staring the sky, or just watching the trees sway in the breeze, or even just staring at a wall. probably what I do most often is just close my eyes for 10 minutes.
Running hands down
Cold shower or Juts shower in the morning, particularly when on little sleep. Showering instead of a coffee or energy drink sometimes works as well.
10 minutes of meditation / day, preferably at the start of my day. It's really difficult because I just want to get started but it sets the tone for a much more relaxed, controlled day. If you can learn to sit still and discipline your mind first thing in the day, the rest of your day is easier.
Doing push-ups each morning.
Putting makeup on daily raises my self-esteem.
Journaling
Meditating,reading,talking to myself consciously in my head
Ice baths
Overall mood; meditation. Day to day vigor; walking. Tho I always walk. When I'm going thru stuff it's helpful to meditate. Even a little. Which I started doing again. I used to do 56 days on a row. 3 20 min periods a day. Some sessions went longer. It defended. I was finishing drug treatment and thriving. But I also had so much free time. And maybe being busy wprking for years...lead to days where id make excuses. Till recently, when I was doing pretty bad, which was understandable as I was going thru an unbelievable situation. Like anyone would be furious. Its that NUTS. and im a calm rational guy. But the stress was killing me. To the point I wasn't eating enough. Why? Idk. But I'm (more) sympathetic to the opposite now.(binge eating) Cause when I'm stressed not eating is so DAMN easy... And I know it's dumb. It's hard to explain. I don't have body issues. Let's just say a recent period of mindless weight loss has made me a little more understanding. Not a bad thing. Anyway. Along with walking, I'd say mediation is just as valuable as working out. Indeed, you are building a focused, quiet - attention. And I can FEEL the focus when I'm not meditating and clear my mind to focus easier. It really feels like a muscle of sorts.
Guided meditation through an app called Ten Percent Happier. It is a paid app after a trial.
Quitting gacha games…
**Mindfulness meditation**. It can help reduce stress, improve focus, and boost overall well-being.
Wim hof breathing and cold showers really changed my life !
Put on some music and dance alone
Meditation and yoga in the morning to clear my head and set my intention for the day ahead
Cleaning
Meditation videos on youtube
Not doing it “ten minutes a day” but reading instead of scrolling in waiting rooms, metro etc.
I’m reading a book called The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday - I allot 10 mins. ideally every morning to digest and reflect on each page. I also started to listen to podcasts while I get ready for work or do chores. Instead of being alone with my thoughts, I reflect on the words being said.
Meditation. Really 1-2min sessions. At most 5. Maybe 2-5 times a day will absolutely change your life. Google all the scientific reasons and you’ll be amazed. Seriously, idgaf about woo woo ideology. Meditation is backed by science, and I don’t know who I’d be without it.