Emotional wellness may be simple to define but often harder to achieve. Experts say emotional wellness is about achieving and maintaining a positive emotional state where you can deal with all life throws at you and still feel good. It’s about being positive and optimistic, having a strong self-image and high self-esteem, and – this is crucial – having good relationships with all around you.
Are you struggling to achieve emotional wellness? Here are 5 simple ways to harness positive energy and stay happy.
Look at your body and your face and accept yourself for what you are, not what you would like to be. If you hate your nose but think your teeth look great, focus on your mouth and tell yourself that’s what other people will notice and like, too. It’s about banishing negativity and promoting positivity. The better you feel about yourself, the more positivity you will generate and receive in return.
Give yourself a break. That means literally stepping back from the chaos of the day every single day and giving yourself time to rejuvenate your mind. Find your own space, whether it’s at home or at work, and spend at least 10 minutes there to clear your mind and banish negativity and stress.
Open your mind and your heart to healthy relationships. You can get genuine emotional fulfillment from friendship. Many people have a problem with trust and great friendships need trust to work. Take your time and build relationships slowly and trust will come. And with a good friend comes a great sounding board to be used in times of need.
Take back your power. When we feel powerless in a situation, it’s an indication of a lack of control and that contributes to feelings of hopelessness and being adrift. Understand that this is your life and only you have the right to dictate its direction. Be in control of your own destiny and your power will return naturally to you.
Set boundaries. Don’t burden yourself with everyone else’s problems and needs because you will soon be swamped. Know your own limits and be prepared to say no. It’s amazing how much more you can achieve when you set boundaries.
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