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// Mental Health //

The importance of your Mental Health:

Mental health is more vital now than ever, impacting every part of our lives. The importance of good mental health flows into how we operate in the world. Maintaining positive mental health and treating mental health conditions are essential to soothing behaviors, emotions, and thoughts. Centering on mental health care can increase productivity, enhance our self-image, and improve relationships.

Additional benefits of taking care of our mental health include the following:

▫️Improving our mood
▫️Reducing our anxiety
▫️Creating an enhanced sense of inner peace
▫️Thinking more clearly
▫️Improving our relationships
▫️Increasing our self-esteem

Mental health may look different for everyone:

Anxiety Disorders
Depression
Bipolar Disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Schizophrenia
Eating Disorders
Disruptive behavior & dissocial disorders
Neurodevelopmental disorders

Here are five ways to improve your mental health:

1️⃣ Being physically active.
2️⃣ Connect with other people. Good relationships are essential for your mental well-being.
3️⃣ Learn new skills.
4️⃣ Give to others. (Charities, Soup Kitchens, Volunteer)
5️⃣ Pay attention to the present moment (mindfulness)

Here are some helpful resources:

🧠 National Institute of Mental Health (NAMI)
🧠 Mental Health Resources (mhresources.org)
🧠 MedlinePlus — Mental Health
🧠 MentalHealth.gov
🧠 Reach out to your healthcare provider.

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// Does gym etiquette exist in 2023? //

Navigating the chaos of a gym can be challenging.

You might have questions:

How long is too long to stay on a machine?
Can I use more than one piece of equipment at a time?
Is it ok to ask that person when they'll be done?

It's helpful to know the basic code of conduct for gym-goers. Here are 14 easy but essential things you can do to keep everyone, including yourself, safe and happy.

1. Respect the machines.
2. Give people personal space.
3. Avoid making calls and use headphones.
4. Clean up after yourself.
5. Make friends, and only give advice when asked.
6. Always ask.
7. Put your weights back.
8. Keep the equipment where it belongs.
9. Be mindful of your surroundings.
10. Bring a towel.
11. Clean up after yourself (and, if you have to, other patrons).
12. Selfies: Try to be discreet about them.
13. Personal space: respect it.
14. Be cordial!

// Does gym etiquette exist in 2023? //

Navigating the chaos of a
gym can be challenging.

You might have questions:

How long is too long to stay on a machine?
Can I use more than one piece of equipment at a time?
Is it ok to ask that person when they'll be done?

It's helpful to know the basic code of conduct for gym-goers. Here are 14 easy but essential things you can do to keep everyone, including yourself, safe and happy.

1. Respect the machines.
2. Give people personal space.
3. Avoid making calls and use headphones.
4. Clean up after yourself.
5. Make friends, and only give advice when asked.
6. Always ask.
7. Put your weights back.
8. Keep the equipment where it belongs.
9. Be mindful of your surroundings.
10. Bring a towel.
11. Clean up after yourself (and, if you have to, other patrons).
12. Selfies: Try to be discreet about them.
13. Personal space: respect it.
14. Be cordial!

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// Do you sleep much? //

Most adults need seven or more hours of sleep on a regular schedule each night.

Getting enough sleep isn’t only about total hours of sleep. It’s also important to get good-quality sleep regularly, so you feel rested when you wake up.

Why Is Having a Sleep Schedule so Important?

According to the University of Rochester Medical Center, a consistent sleep schedule helps to maintain the body’s internal clock, or circadian rhythm.

In addition, the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute states, better quality rest leads to better overall health. Individuals who get adequate shuteye tend to have improved learning, an easier time making decisions, better emotional well-being, boosted moods, lower risk of diseases, better immune function, and increased performance compared to those with sleep deficiencies.

Why is getting enough sleep important?

🛏️ Get sick less often
🛏️ Stay at a healthy weight
🛏️ Lower your risk for serious health problems, like diabetes and heart disease 
🛏️ Reduce stress and improve your mood
🛏️ Make good decisions and avoid injuries — for example, drowsy drivers cause thousands of car accidents every year
🛏️ Sleep Can Increase Exercise Performance
🛏️ Sleep Improves Memory
🛏️ Sleep Can Strengthen Your Heart

Here are a few ways to fix your sleep schedule:

💤 Create a wind-down routine
💤 Avoid exposure to light before sleep
💤 Exercise 3-4 Times a Week
💤 Avoid Blue Light Before Bed
💤 Watch what you eat close to bedtime
💤 Try a melatonin supplement
💤 Limit Caffeine After Lunch

Apples are considered nutrient-dense fruits, providing a lot of nutrients per serving. Apples are a good source of fiber and vitamin C. They also contain antioxidants, like vitamin E, and polyphenols that contribute to the fruit’s various health benefits.

Apples promote heart health in several ways; they are high in soluble fiber, which helps lower cholesterol. In addition, they have polyphenols, which are linked to lower blood pressure and stroke risk.

Did you know eating apples is linked to a lower risk of type 2 diabetes? Yes, due to their polyphenol content.

Apples contain fiber that improves gut bacteria, which may be why the fruit is thought to help protect against chronic diseases.

Instead of consuming apple juice, try eating a whole, unpeeled apple to get the best nutrients out of the fruit.

Let's get some apples into your diet today!

🍎 Sweet Potato, Sausage & Apple Casserole
🍎 Wild Rice Stuffing with Apple & Sausage
🍎 Cinnamon-Sugar Dusted Apple Cider Donuts

// Life is all about trials and tribulations. A loss is never just a loss but rather a perspective on what not to do or what you could have done better. //