• About
    • About The Healthy Voyager
    • Press
    • Work With Me
    • Disclosure and Privacy Policy
  • HVTV
    • The Healthy Voyager Travel Show
    • The Healthy Voyager’s Global Kitchen
    • The Healthy Voyager’s TV Guest Appearances
    • Healthy Voyager Radio
  • Recipes
    • Appetizers
    • Beverages
    • Breads
    • Breakfast
    • Desserts
    • Dressings & Sauces
    • Entrees
    • Holiday
    • Kid Approved
    • Sandwiches
    • Sides
    • Snacks
    • Soups & Salads
  • Travel
    • Africa
    • Arctic
    • Asia
    • Australia
    • Canada
    • Caribbean
    • Europe
    • Latin America
    • Middle East
    • Oceania
    • USA
  • Lifestyle
    • Eco Corner
    • Entertainment
    • Fashion & Beauty
    • Finance
    • Gifts
    • Healthy Voyager Approved
    • Holidays
    • Home
    • Product Reviews
  • Wellness
    • Fitness
    • Health & Beauty News
    • Mind + Body
    • Pets
    • Relationship Corner
    • Parenthood
    • Weight Loss
    • Women’s Health
  • Shop
    • Cookbook
    • Healthy Voyager Merchandise
    • Entrepreneurial and Business Coaching
    • Financial Coaching
    • Travel Industry Consulting
    • Restaurant, Bar and Food Service Consulting
    • Wellness Coaching
    • E-Books
      • Travel Guides
        • Spain
        • France
        • Australia
      • Cookbooks
        • Winter Wonderland
        • Restaurant Appetizers
  • Book Travel
  • Contact
102K
59K
44K
26K
2K
The Healthy Voyager
The Healthy Voyager
  • About
    • About The Healthy Voyager
    • Press
    • Work With Me
    • Disclosure and Privacy Policy
  • HVTV
    • The Healthy Voyager Travel Show
    • The Healthy Voyager’s Global Kitchen
    • The Healthy Voyager’s TV Guest Appearances
    • Healthy Voyager Radio
  • Recipes
    • Appetizers
    • Beverages
    • Breads
    • Breakfast
    • Desserts
    • Dressings & Sauces
    • Entrees
    • Holiday
    • Kid Approved
    • Sandwiches
    • Sides
    • Snacks
    • Soups & Salads
  • Travel
    • Africa
    • Arctic
    • Asia
    • Australia
    • Canada
    • Caribbean
    • Europe
    • Latin America
    • Middle East
    • Oceania
    • USA
  • Lifestyle
    • Eco Corner
    • Entertainment
    • Fashion & Beauty
    • Finance
    • Gifts
    • Healthy Voyager Approved
    • Holidays
    • Home
    • Product Reviews
  • Wellness
    • Fitness
    • Health & Beauty News
    • Mind + Body
    • Pets
    • Relationship Corner
    • Parenthood
    • Weight Loss
    • Women’s Health
  • Shop
    • Cookbook
    • Healthy Voyager Merchandise
    • Entrepreneurial and Business Coaching
    • Financial Coaching
    • Travel Industry Consulting
    • Restaurant, Bar and Food Service Consulting
    • Wellness Coaching
    • E-Books
      • Travel Guides
        • Spain
        • France
        • Australia
      • Cookbooks
        • Winter Wonderland
        • Restaurant Appetizers
  • Book Travel
  • Contact
  • Mind + Body
  • Wellness

5 Ways to Improve Your Mental Health this Spring

  • March 18, 2019
Total
3
Shares
2
0
1

wellnessJust because spring is almost here doesn’t mean that your seasonal affective disorder will melt like the snow. In fact, mental health experts are warning that chronic mental health conditions can actually get worse when spring rolls around.

“The general public tends to think that winter — with seasonal affect disorder (SAD) — is connected to higher rates of suicide, but that’s simply not true,” says social worker Cheryl Wallace. “We are natural beings and our serotonin is affected by winter months. We slow down and kind of hibernate, but in the spring, when sunshine actually brings more energy, we see more suicides because of that very same energy.”

This surge of warmer weather can even result in higher rates of suicide among people with serious mental health issues. The increased energy garnered from the sunshine can give those with suicidal tendencies the final burst of energy to make a mistake from which they will never recover.

As such, it’s more important than ever to take care of our own mental health and notice the warning signs of mental illness in our loved ones. Doing something as simple as offering support to your loved one or validating their feelings can help them get through these tumultuous few weeks.

Without further ado, here are some of the primary ways you can boost your own mental health as spring weather starts to shine.

Declutter your space

Spring cleaning is an annual affair for a reason. Not only can performing an annual cleaning overhaul organize your space but it can also organize your mind. Cluttered spaces can cause feelings of stress and anxiety. You can also feel better knowing that your donated goods will help people all over the world. In fact, more than 14.3 million tons of donated goods and textiles help people across the globe.

While cleaning house isn’t a cure-all for depressive symptoms, it can certainly help minimize daily stressors that contribute to feelings of being overwhelmed.

Don’t doubt the benefits of medication

While medication doesn’t work for everyone, antidepressants and anti-anxiety medications can still help countless people cope with chronic mental health conditions. There is a common stigma surrounding medication, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. When you’re matched with the best medication to manage your chronic condition, you will feel more like yourself.

Unfortunately, this might not be achieved with the first medication you try, or even the second. It can take a bit of trial and error to find the best medication that works for you. When you want to learn more about medication options, talk to your mental health professional or doctor today.

Try holistic medicine

If you’re not one for modern medicine, there are a number of holistic options designed to alleviate chronic pain, stress, and anxiety. For example, a typical acupuncture treatment will only take around 60 minutes to complete from start to finish, but you might experience the medical benefits for days following the procedure. In fact,CBD Oil has shown to have a variety of benefits for our mental health

Try meditating

Practicing daily mindfulness has been proven to help your mental health in a big way. In fact, a recent mindfulness study of more than 50 students in Bristol saw that nearly every participant benefited from daily meditation of 30 minutes. This was performed in conjunction with a mindfulness program offered by their school. Though more research is needed, the students claimed that their empathy and communication skills improved by the end of the eight-week program.

Meditation can also lead to a better night’s sleep. In fact, more than 80% of Americans find a single hour of extra sleep is incredibly valuable. When you sleep better, you might find you feel better as well.

If you’re not one for meditation, investing in a mindfulness journal can help achieve similar meditative effects. A daily gratitude journal can help remind you of the things you love, thereby boosting positive feelings.

Avoid negative triggers

It’s essential to remember that your happiness is of the utmost importance. If you’re feeling stressed out by negative feelings, friends, or television, simply unplugging from these negative sources can greatly benefit your mental health.

If you’re unable to detract yourself from certain negative emotions, like work or family, this might necessitate making some hard decisions. But identifying these points of contention is a great first step to taking your mental health into your own hands.

If you’re feeling stressed out by the changing season, don’t hesitate to try these simple tips to boost your mental health. They might not be a cure-all, but they can certainly help mitigate some of the worst of your daily stressors

Related Posts:

  • Don't Let Your Self-Confidence 'Fall' -- How To Keep Your Spirits High This Autumn
    Don't Let Your Self-Confidence 'Fall' -- How To Keep…
  • How to Improve Your Emotional & Mental Health
    How to Improve Your Emotional & Mental Health
  • Looking After Your Mental Health Doesn't Have To Be Difficult
    Looking After Your Mental Health Doesn't Have To Be…
  • Questions to Ask a CBD Anxiety Depression Treatment Company before Considering One
    Questions to Ask a CBD Anxiety Depression Treatment…
  • Methods To Aid Mental Health Well-being
    Methods To Aid Mental Health Well-being
  • 6 Health & Beauty Tips For Spring
    6 Health & Beauty Tips For Spring
Total
3
Shares
Share 2
Tweet 0
Pin it 1
Tags
  • health
  • Improve Your Mental Health
  • Mind
  • season
  • spring
  • tips
  • wellness
Carolyn Scott-Hamilton

The Healthy Voyager, aka Carolyn Scott-Hamilton, is the creator and host of The Healthy Voyager web series, site, and overall brand. An award winning healthy, special diet and green living and travel expert, holistic nutritionist, plant based vegan chef, best-selling cookbook author, media spokesperson, sought after speaker, consultant and television personality, Carolyn Scott-Hamilton is a respected figure in the world of healthy lifestyle and travel as well as special diet cooking and nutrition. The Healthy Voyager aims to help people live well, one veggie at a time!

1 comment
  1. Pingback: How Meditation Helps You Rebuild Your Inner Self - The Healthy Voyager

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Meet The Healthy Voyager
Carolyn Scott, The Healthy VoyagerHi! I'm Carolyn Scott-Hamilton. I'm a Latina holistic nutritionist, vegan chef, cookbook author, speaker, show host, consultant and healthy travel and lifestyle expert. From video web series and travel articles, to product reviews and healthy, vegan and gluten free recipes, you'll find lots of info for a happier, healthier and greener lifestyle! After all, Life is a voyage, live it well!
Follow The Healthy Voyager
Follow Us on FacebookFollow Us on TwitterFollow Us on InstagramFollow Us on PinterestFollow Us on YouTubeFollow Us on LinkedInFollow Us on About.meFollow Us on iTunesFollow Us on E-mailFollow Us on IMDbFollow Us on Amazon.comFollow Us on Snapchat
Healthy Voyager TV
1/27
Next»
By PoseLab
Show more videos»
Subscribe to My Newsletter
Enter Your Email Address
For Email Marketing you can trust
Shop
My adventures in San Miguel de Allende continued! Pictured is just one of the hidden gems I discovered in this magical Mexican town 💕 *Link to post in bio* Special thanks to @enroute_communications @turismosma @casa1810 for the magical trip! ❤️#HvonTour #whereintheworldisthehealthyvoyager #travelshow #worldnomads #topdecker #instatravel #instashare  #travelgram #travelzoo #wanderlust #instahub #topdeck #instagood #instago #travel #followme #ladiesgoneglobal #lonelyplanet #gltlove #skyscannerambassadors #femmetravel #luxuryworldtraveler #gtl #mexico #femaletravelcollective #travacs #sanmigueldeallende #thediscoverer #latinastravel https://healthyvoyager.com/things-to-do-in-san-miguel-de-allende-2/ 1K 26
San Miguel de Allende stole my heart and I’m stoked to share my first post on why! From where the stay to what to see to where to eat, I’ve got you covered! *Link to post in bio* Special thanks to @enroute_communications @turismosma @hhsantuariosma for the magical trip! ❤️#HvonTour #whereintheworldisthehealthyvoyager #travelshow #worldnomads #topdecker #instatravel #instashare  #travelgram #travelzoo #wanderlust #instahub #topdeck #instagood #instago #travel #followme #ladiesgoneglobal #lonelyplanet #gltlove #skyscannerambassadors #femmetravel #luxuryworldtraveler #gtl #mexico #femaletravelcollective #travacs #sanmigueldeallende #thediscoverer #latinastravel https://healthyvoyager.com/things-to-do-in-san-miguel-de-allende/ 1K 33
Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s, Galentine’s or Palentine’s, you owe it to yourself to do something fun this love filled holiday weekend. I’m prepping for a super fun drive in movie night complete with cozy bedding, tasty beverages and of course, the most important part, snacks! And my go to for a delicious yet health conscious snack is @goodtogosnacks bars! 1K 26
Full moons have a lot of "lore" around them and rightfully so. From werewolves to witches, full moons are tied to all sorts of eerie things. And guess what? During the full moon, the critters inside you come out to play too! Why’s that? It’s because parasites thrive off serotonin, which increases in the body with the full moon. This makes it the perfect time to detox those pesky parasites and their unpleasant side effects. #betteroutthanin 1K 31
I’m so excited to share the third episode of my Healthy Voyager Travel show series on my road trip through Scotland! This time you get to join me on my adventures in and around Edinburgh as well as visiting my ancestral castle and @outlander_starz filming locations 💕 Special thanks to @parliamenthousehotel @dunstanehouses and @eurocar_rentacar for making this adventure possible 🤩 *Link to video in bio* #HvonTour #whereintheworldisthehealthyvoyager #travelshow #worldnomads #topdecker #instatravel #instashare  #travelgram #travelzoo #wanderlust #instahub #topdeck #instagood #instago #travel #followme #ladiesgoneglobal #lonelyplanet #gltlove #skyscannerambassadors #femmetravel #luxuryworldtraveler #gtl #femaletravelcollective #travacs #scotland #thediscoverer #latinastravel https://youtu.be/0il6CtJ8JfA 1K 36
Mexico City is a bustling metropolis with so much to see, eat and do. But if you only have 24 hours, I have a crash course on the best places to stay as well what to make time to see 🤩 Special thanks to @orchidhousehotels for the wonderful stay! *Link to post in bio* #HvonTour #whereintheworldisthehealthyvoyager #travelshow #worldnomads #topdecker #instatravel #instashare  #travelgram #travelzoo #wanderlust #instahub #topdeck #instagood #instago #travel #followme #ladiesgoneglobal #lonelyplanet #gltlove #skyscannerambassadors #femmetravel #luxuryworldtraveler #gtl #mexico #femaletravelcollective #travacs #scotland #thediscoverer #latinastravel https://healthyvoyager.com/24-hours-in-mexico-city/ 1K 46
Facebook 102K Likes
Twitter 59K Followers
Instagram 44K Followers
Pinterest 26K Followers
YouTube 2K Subscribers
LinkedIn
Snapchat

Follow HealthyVoyager on Snapchat!

Copyright The Healthy Voyager 2020

Input your search keywords and press Enter.

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.Accept Read More
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled

Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.

Non-necessary

Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.

SAVE & ACCEPT