As the warmer weather of spring starts to come to play, licensed clinical social worker Lauren Moser Vilar, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, says that it's a good time to clear your space of things that are no longer serving you. "Gain emotional freedom from items that could be mentally weighing you down," she tells TotalBeauty.
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Create a Daily Ritual
Moser Vilar says having a daily ritual is key to achieving peace of mind, since it allows you to allot ten minutes a day for yourself. "Meditate, read a book, take a bath, or drink some tea," she recommends.
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Keep a Journal
This is another easy way to boost your mental health according to Moser Villar: She suggests that writing daily in a journal helps clarify your thoughts and feelings, reduces stress and helps sort through problems.
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Improve Your Sleep Routine
"Go to bed and wake up at the same time each day," says licensed psychologist Erika Martinez, Psy.D., CDWF. Avoid bright lights and LED screens 30 to 45 minutes before time, she advises.
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Try Embracing Mindfulness
"Try to embrace any kind of mindfulness practice," suggests Martinez. This includes activities such as meditation, yoga, mindful walking, prayer, and breath work, as they are all good ways for calming your nervous system.
