Are you a little sick of being stuck at home?

If you long to venture out to eat at your favorite restaurant, to watch a movie at the cinema or to have a party with pals, your mental health may be suffering. It’s only natural that you are struggling to adjust the new normal of the world after a global pandemic has taken hold.

Being at home needn’t be the isolating experience that is currently is. Take a look at why your home is key to your mental well being and consider how you can make your home a better and more positive place to be.

Get Outdoors

If you are blessed with a rear garden, use it. Forget about leaving your garden to become a jungle of triffids and get out there to get it well-coiffed. If you aren’t green fingered, you can still head outdoors with your wellies on and get weeding.

Take a look at the essential gardening tools list for 2020 and make sure that you have the bulk of them. Pruning shears are great to cut back your fuchsia, a rake is perfect to collect up those loose leaves, and a sprinkler is necessary to keep your lawn healthy looking. 

Being outside is a great way to naturally lift your mood. The natural rays of the sun will stimulate the production of your happy hormone, dopamine. You will find that your circadian rhythm becomes more regulated meaning that you can sleep better for longer. This is crucial to sound mental well being.

Declutter

Decluttering is a great way to cleanse your physical environment and your mind. Being surrounded by stuff and not being able to see your carpet for toys strewn everywhere can lead to you feeling anxious. By decluttering and removing the unwanted items, you can enjoy a more spacious living area.

Think about putting your larger belongings in your loft, put some of your unwanted gear on eBay to make some extra cash, and think about donating some things to your local charity shops. A clearer immediate environment will lead to a clearer and more positive mindset.

Yoga

Find a space within your home to embark on some yoga. This activity no longer belongs in the realm of the hippies and incense stick obsessives. Instead, this stress relieving exercise will see you move your body into a range of different postures to strengthen your core.

With a clear space to embark on such an activity you can enjoy some moments every day where you focus on your inner sense of self. Coupled with breathing exercises, you can live more in the moment and channel your thoughts in a more effective way. Consider the area in your home that you can dedicate to quiet and thoughtful moments. This little haven of spirituality will give you the chance to de-stress and feel calmer.

Protecting your mental health during this turbulent global time is crucial. Make sure that your home is conducive to positive mental well being by following this guide.