As you ease back into autumn, you may seek ways to reestablish some of your healthier habits.
This may includechanges to sleep schedules, abandoning your regular exercise routine, or spending more money than usual.
Specifically, you may not get enough restorative sleep, according to Sparks.
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This should be done withgratitudeand positivity when possible.
But positivity doesnt mean you arent realistic or strive for something unattainable.
This also means that when adopting acan do'' mindset, you give a shot to lead withself-compassion.
Mental health is tied to physical health, he says.
So, start with some of the basics.
Adding in somejournalingand mindfulness meditationcan be very helpful as well, Sparks suggests.
This is particularly true when we areoverwhelmedby difficult feelings, like shame,insecurity, or self-doubt.
These emotions can also cause us to isolate ourselves from others.
The irony is, the best way to move through those emotions is with others, Sparks says.
As such, reconnecting with friends and other supportive people is an important part of reprioritizing your well-being.
Interestingly, there is research to back this up.
Reconnecting with friends and other supportive people is an important part of reprioritizing your well-being.
Moreover, staying healthy for the long haul can be really hard.
So many people start healthy routines and then slip back to less healthy ones.
So the question is: How do you create long-term healthy habits?
Keep in mind that attaining your goals doesnt mean that you have to be perfect.
It also doesn’t mean you have to do this alone.
Connecting with like-minded friends or a mental health specialist can make this transition easier.
Even just a few sessions with a therapist can help you get back on track.
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