How can I protect my mental health?
Anong maaari kong gawin to protect my mental health and the mental health of my family?
Magiging helpful talaga sa mental and physical health natin kung magpa-practice tayo ng mga self-care strategies.
Take care of your S.E.L.F. (Body)
Sleep. Get enough sleep. Sleep is as important to our bodies as eating, drinking, and breathing. Vital talaga ang sapat na pagtulog for good mental and physical health.
Exercise. Physical exercise or activity reduces anxiety, improves overall fitness, and boosts your immune system to fight infections. Go regularly to an area within your property na may access sa fresh air at sunlight. The sun is your best source of Vitamin D.
Lessen your screen time. I-limit ang oras sa gadgets at TV. Mas maigi kausapin ang mga tao sa bahay. I-limit din ang pag-monitor sa COVID-19 news. Mahalaga ito para hindi ka lalong matakot at mag-alala. Siguraduhin din na ang mga balitang nakukuha mo ay galing sa reliable sources katulad ng DOH at WHO.
Food na healthy. Eat a well-balanced diet. Iwasan ang junk food at refined sugar. Instead, load up on fruits and green leafy vegetables. Ang mga unhealthy eating patterns ay maaaring mag-cause ng mood swings.
Take care of your S.E.L.F. (Mind)
Stay in a routine. Kailangang sumusunod pa rin tayo sa regular schedule kahit na nasa bahay lang. This can make us feel more in control. Pag work-from-home ka, magbihis pa rin nang maayos. Kahit hindi ka nagwo-work from home, follow a routine. Puwede ka ring gumamit ng app that can help you meditate, exercise, and keep a consistent time for meals and sleep.
Engage with other people. Connect with others through text, e-mail, Viber, and other platforms. Enjoy virtual socializing pero huwag kalilimutan ang mga kasama mo sa bahay. See how you can help or do something kind for them. Puwede mo silang tulungan pag magpapa-deliver ng pagkain o kung kailangan nilang bumili ng gamot. Helping others gives us a sense of purpose and satisfaction.
Limit and limit. I-limit ang pagwo-worry. Magset aside ng 15 to 20 minutes bawat araw as your “worry time.” Choosing the same time every day tells your brain that this is the time and space to worry. (Pero dapat hindi before bedtime ang “worry time” dahil baka mahirapan kang matulog).
Focus on positive thoughts. Choose to think positively. Umpisahan mo ang bawat araw by naming 2 to 3 things you are thankful for. You could also end each day by reflecting on 2 to 3 things that you could do better next time. Maintain a sense of hope. Tandaan mong temporary lang at lilipas din ang pandemic na ito.
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This response is contributed by Dr. Joyce Piap-Go, Radio Counselor of DZAS 702 and Author of Bee Thankful and eight other books in the Dee the Bee children’s book series.
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