A mental health reset: How to manage phone habits, sleep, and relationships to improve life
Living longer is not enough. By changing our habits, strengthening our relationships, and choosing gratitude and purpose, we can protect our mental health and live better as we age.
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A licensed clinical psychologist offers advice on improving one's quality of life, prompted by a milestone birthday. The article suggests reevaluating daily habits to live "better by challenging myself physically and mentally." Key areas for improvement include:
- Phone Habits: Managing phone use to reduce distractions, improve focus, and enhance relationships. The author recommends keeping phones on silent, turning off notifications, and setting "do not disturb" hours.
- Sleep: Prioritizing more than six hours of sleep nightly, optimizing the sleep environment, and using relaxation techniques to improve rest.
- Eating Habits & Exercise: Adopting a balanced diet, such as a pescatarian Mediterranean diet, and engaging in gentle exercise for physical and emotional well-being.
- Relationships & Attitude: Fostering meaningful connections with family, friends, and community, and cultivating a mindset of gratitude, optimism, and purpose. The author emphasizes the importance of treating others with respect to "live a better life."
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