5 Tiny Changes That Improved My Mental Health Immensely

Unexpected Habits for a Healthier Mind

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You might think improving mental health means you must work with a therapist, review your life experiences with a mental health pro, or take medications.

There’s certainly a place for that and that’s the path you should take if you’re really struggling. But there’s a lot you can do on your own to improve how you respond to stress.

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I’ve always been a high-strung person, full of energy but also hypersensitive to my surroundings. After battling anxiety for years, especially during college, I discovered seemingly tiny habits can make a big difference when you’re fighting anxiety.

So today, I want to share with you 5 strange but effective changes I made to boost my mental health. I’m hoping they’ll work for you too. But get ready: they’re not your typical tips, like meditating as soon you wake up. Here’s what I did.

I Started Talking to Myself in the Third Person

Talking to yourself sounds “out there,” but before dismissing it, hear me out.