Understanding the mind-body connection for positive mental health
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How can developing mindfulness support positive mental health?
Positive mental health is determined by a variety of factors and while it’s impossible to control everything that happens around us, developing mindfulness can be a strong step in the right direction when it comes to experiencing greater happiness and a positive state of mind.
Why should you eat healthy, high-frequency energy foods?
“If you want to find the secrets of the universe, think in terms of energy, frequency and vibration.” – Nikola Tesla
We’re not just a physical body – scientifically speaking, we’re a source of energy that is bound together by an energy field. Everything with energy vibrates, and the higher the energy, the higher the frequency of this vibration.1 High-frequency foods help us to increase our natural energy vibration and in doing so, we’re better-able to connect with ourselves and rid our minds of unhealthy thoughts. Foods with a high vibrational energy include organic fruits, herbs, vegetables and nuts.2 By contrast, low -frequency foods, such as meat, poultry and sugar, as well as foods that are highly processed, chemically or genetically altered or contain chemical additives, can result in ill health when eaten in high amounts.
Why is it important to keep hydrated?
Dehydration makes you feel physically unwell and can also affect your mental health.3 The human brain is composed of around 75% water and as soon as this level starts to drop, circulation slows and blood and oxygen move around the body more slowly.4 Even mild dehydration affects how you think and feel. If you can’t think clearly, it’s difficult to be fully mindful and to experience happiness.
Why is movement vital for mental health?
Evidence suggests that physical activity and exercise probably alleviate some of the symptoms associated with a negative state of mind. In addition, scientific studies have concluded that exercise might help with improving self-image, social skills and cognitive functioning, as well as reducing the symptoms of anxiety.4 Try taking a stroll in the fresh air or going for a gentle swim. You’ll soon see that it’s difficult not to feel in a more positive state of mind after this.
Why is sleep so important?
Anyone who has ever suffered a bad night’s sleep will tell you that their brain probably wasn’t firing on all cylinders the following day. Lack of sleep can leave you feeling mentally exhausted, emotional and unsettled in your surroundings. Try to get eight hours of quality sleep each night.5 Set a routine and go to bed at the same time each evening.
Try to wake up at the same time each morning (even on weekends!) and don’t stare at your phone or other electronic devices before you sleep as they can keep your brain alert and prevent you from relaxing fully.
Why is elevating your thoughts the key?
The law of attraction states that what we put out into the universe; we will receive.6 If you want to attract joy and happiness, you need to make an active effort to put those messages out there. Don’t focus on what you don’t want from life but concentrate on what you do want. Set meaningful goals and strive to make the very most of every single day.
Why is altruism beneficial to mental health?
Doing something kind for someone else doesn’t just benefit them – it can benefit you too. Connecting with people, and taking time to help them, can create positive vibes and help enhance your sense of purpose and wellbeing. Helping others has been scientifically shown to reduce stress and improve both your physical and mental health, leading to a sense of calm and ease and enabling you to increase your confidence, happiness and optimism.7 Ultimately, by helping others, you too could lead a happier, more fulfilled life.
Your state of mind isn’t something you can focus on in isolation. Different aspects of our lifestyle, including your physical health, can all contribute to achieving a positive state of mind.
- Full on happiness: Vibrational Frequency 101 + Foods to increase it [↩]
- Mindbodygreen: How to make sure you’re eating high-vibrational food [↩]
- https://psychcentral.com/news/2012/02/20/dehydration-influences-mood-cognition/35037.html [↩]
- AIFC: How important is water and hydration to mental health? [↩] [↩]
- NCBI: The relation of physical activity and exercise to mental health [↩]
- The Law of Attraction: What is the law of attraction? Open your eyes to a world of endless possibilities. [↩]
- Mental Health Foundation: Doing good does you good [↩]