Characteristics of Mentally Healthy People Serie A
People keep asking me what it means to be mentally healthy. Previously, I have discussed things we can all do to achieve better mental health, but people want to know what it looks like when they get there. While this looks a little different for everyone, there are some common characteristics of people who are maintaining good mental health and building resilience.
10. You wake up every day and feel grateful about something. When you are having a bad day, or a bad week, you can look around you and observe other people being happy. It can be hard, in times of suffering, to acknowledge things you appreciate. But the ability to think of at least one thing for which you are grateful on a daily basis is a sign of resilience. It is a sign that you are driven to appreciate the good things or the good relationships that you have. Acknowledging these can improve your mental health if this is a regular habit.
9. You have something that you look forward to doing or experiencing. Maybe you have an event coming up with friends, or a vacation, or something as simple as a quiet night at home watching a favorite movie. Planning something that you can look forward to and finding some contentment and enjoyment in it is a sign that you are seeking positive experiences, which can decrease anxiety and feelings of depression.
8. You let go of anger and you do not spend time holding grudges against others who have hurt you. While we have all had tough relationships and conflict in our lives at some point, holding onto it can prevent us from moving on with our lives. It can lead to internalized negative emotions such as anger, sadness, and even loneliness when it prevents us from finding other friendships or relationships. If you can successfully let go of anger and stop thinking about those who have hurt you, you are more likely to have peace in your life and achieve good mental health.
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