A mental health reset: How to manage phone habits, sleep, and relationships to improve life

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."