There are times when things get too much stressfuloverwhelming and unmanageable and as his mental health starts to wane, you don’t really pay attention to the telltale signs, and it could all snowball into something serious, like a full-blown depression or anxiety attack. However, understanding your mental patterns is the key to optimal mental health. The moment you start noticing certain signs of stress building and reflecting on the way you are doing things, it is time to put everything on the back burner and get out of the situation. (Also read: Signs that someone is good for your mental health)
“Sometimes a decline in your mental health can be really subtle. You may not even be aware of the fact that these small changes in your attitudes and behaviors can be indicative of something starting to go awry,” says Dr. psychologist Dr. Jenn Anders in her recent Instagram post.
“I want you to know that the key to supporting your mental health when this happens is to recognize it early and take action before it becomes a persistent pattern,” adds Dr. Anders.
Here are the signs of deteriorating mental health to watch out for:
1. YOU HAVE DIFFICULT TO STAY PRESENT
Your mind wanders and you wish you were somewhere else. You may feel a sense of urgency and find yourself rushing from one task to the next. You also find yourself engaging in mindless activities.
2. YOU REFUSE SOCIAL EVENTS
When your mental health is poor, you may withdraw more often than usual. You can put up walls with loved ones and feel apathetic towards relationships.
3. YOU SELF-SABOTES
You put yourself more and more in situations that are not healthy and you seek relationships that are not the right ones. You find yourself making excuses for your behavior and communicating your thoughts feels impossible.
4. YOUR ENERGY LEVELS ARE LOW
You have lost that energy in the step and find it difficult to motivate yourself. Procrastinating and doing little things like doing the dishes or brushing your teeth seems insurmountable.
TIPS TO SUPPORT YOUR MENTAL HEALTH
– Take a step back and have fun. He tries not to take your life so seriously.
– Do something new. It can be as simple as eating a different breakfast or driving in a different direction to work.
– Ask yourself what is stressing me out right now and then let the feeling in.
– Focus on gratitude. Hang out in that feeling of appreciation for the people, places, and things in your world
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