Mental health is central to your overall health and well-being! However, it was difficult to talk about it in previous years because of the stigma that surrounded it for many years.
In the last several decades, however, addressing mental health and opening up the conversation is much more common and encouraged!
If you or a loved one are in an emergency or crisis, please call 911. If you are looking for some steps you can take in non-emergency situations that may also help your mental health, then keep reading. We put together some things that you can do that may help you.
1. Responsible Use of Legal THC or Varieties of THC
THC is a chemical that has many uses and benefits. In some states, regular THC is legal for recreational use, including Colorado and California, while other states, like Florida, have it legalized for medical use.
In moderation, THC and related TCH products can be extremely helpful in aiding conditions like anxiety or depression. It can provide a new state of mind where your struggles are more manageable.
It is essential to use TCH responsibly and in moderation to avoid any adverse side effects. Suppose you live in a state where TCH in its original form is not legal for recreational use. In that case, there are other legal products with derivations of THC that have similar effects but slightly different chemical compounds.
Some of these products differ somewhat, for example, HHC vs. delta 8 vs. delta 9. Make sure you know and understand the differences between each variation.
2. Talk With A Professional Regularly
Dealing with mental health distress is difficult to do on your own, but some professionals can help! Talking with a therapist is one of the best ways that you can make progress and get relief.
A mental health professional will be able to help you understand what your experiences have been and take the proper steps to feel better.
In some cases, it is enough to have a safe space to talk about your struggles; in other cases, medication can also make a huge difference. Consulting a professional is one of the best things you can do.
3. Self Care
An easy thing to do for your mental health is to take some time out of your day to take care of yourself. Self-care will look different for everyone, but it should be something that you find enjoyable, relaxing, or fun. Some popular self-care methods include:
- Running a hot bubble bath
- Cooking yourself a nice meal
- Lighting a candle
- Playing sports
- Exercise
- Puzzles
- Crafting or painting
4. Journaling
Journalling is something that virtually all mental health professionals recommend because it can help you sort out your thoughts and emotions if you’re having difficulty.
It can also act as a helpful record of what days were better or worse for you so that you can notice trends. The beauty of journaling is that it’s only for you. There are no rules, no structures, and no expectations because you are the only one who will ever read it.
Final Thoughts
Caring for your mental health is a lifetime journey, and it’s worth every minute that you put into it. Taking little steps along the way to keep yourself healthy is the name of the game. Above are some little steps that you can take every day, or every week, that will help you to get a better handle on your health.
Little things like journaling, caring for yourself, and using over-the-counter TCH in moderation are some simple steps that you can take to get started on your mental health journey.