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5 Ways To Prioritize Your Mental Health

Ways To Prioritize Your Mental Health

Life can get overwhelming but your mental health should be one of your priorities. Here are 5 ways to prioritize your mental health in 2020:

Be Selfish

When it comes to your mental health it’s okay to be selfish. It’s okay to take some time out to work on your mental health. So if you ever feel overwhelmed or like your mental health may be deteriorating just remember it’s okay to take some time to work on it even though it may seem selfish.

Make “Me” Time

Make sure you are taking some time out every day for some “me” time. It’s important to take some time to relax and do something you enjoy that helps you relax. Even if it means taking some time to do absolutely nothing.

Learn To Say No

It’s okay to say no to people/things when you aren’t feeling so great. If you need some time off and just can’t help it you shouldn’t feel guilty for saying no to someone. Explain to them that you don’t feel up to it and can’t help it and if they care about you they will understand.

Learn Your Triggers

Learn what triggers you so that you can avoid it or at least be prepared for it if you can’t avoid it altogether. Furthermore, try to figure out some calming techniques that help you deal with the triggers.

Seek Help

If you are truly feeling overwhelmed and as though you need professional help please seek professional help as professionals are equipped to help.

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  2. Tangie T. Woods Avatar
    Tangie T. Woods

    My stress level went down tremendously when I discovered my stressors and avoided them.

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Glad to hear that and yes it really helps to figure out your triggers!

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  3. jesusluvsall Avatar
    jesusluvsall

    I appreciate your willingness to share about mental health. 🙂

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thank you!

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  4. sandomina Avatar
    sandomina

    Short and succinct pointers to take away from this write-up. Thanks.

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thank you!

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  5. "Armored With Faith" Avatar
    “Armored With Faith”

    Great points! Mental health is extremely important. As for me, I’ve had to learn to say no. It wasn’t easy at first, but I’ve gotten better with it. Great post!

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thank you and yes saying no is difficult but it’s important!

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  6. V Avatar
    V

    The “Learn your triggers” point i think it can be very beneficial and useful to people in need. Good post. :]

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thank you and I agree it can really help.

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  7. potatosandwich Avatar
    potatosandwich

    Being selfish is a good thing as so often we feel guilty about putting ourselves first.

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Yeah there are definitely times when you have to be selfish.

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  8. Just Brittany Moments Avatar
    Just Brittany Moments

    Love this! I have been doing my best to prioritize my mental health and day no to even family and friends sometimes. We have to make sure we are looking at the big picture and make sure that we are pouring more care and support I to ourselves versus overextending ourselves for everyone else. 👍🏾 thanks for sharing!

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Glad you enjoyed the post! I think it’s hardest to say no to family and friends but like you said it’s more important to look at the bigger picture.

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  9. Ricky Talks Avatar
    Ricky Talks

    So many people need to hear that it’s ok to not be ok and to take a break

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Yes absolutely!

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  10. Nae Ling 👑🎎 Avatar
    Nae Ling 👑🎎

    Love this post! I have taken more time the past year to dedicate to my mental wellness and I love it!

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thank you and that’s awesome I think everyone should take some time to work on their mental health!

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  11. Nik Di Meu Avatar
    Nik Di Meu

    I love it I love my life selfish! It’s the only way I can control the ups and downs

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      That’s the only way you can control it!

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  12. The Newbury Girl Avatar
    The Newbury Girl

    Leaning to say no is something that I need to be more conscious of!

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      It’s difficult but in some situations it needs to be done!

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  13. aspooniesmakeupbag Avatar
    aspooniesmakeupbag

    I have such a hard time saying No when I really mean it. Its my biggest thing I am working on this year

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Me too I really want to get better at saying no!

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  15. Jim Borden Avatar
    Jim Borden

    we all need some “me” time…

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Agreed!

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      1. health and fitness Avatar
        health and fitness

        I really like what you post pooja

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        1. PoojaG Avatar
          PoojaG

          Thank you!

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  16. tianiangelahibbert Avatar
    tianiangelahibbert

    These are all such valuable tips. I learned to say no and it has honestly made such a difference. I make sure I prioritize my mental health first not only for myself but also for my son now ❤️

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thank you! Yeah it’s definitely important to say no especially when you have kids because your decisions no longer just effect you they effect your son too.

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      1. tianiangelahibbert Avatar
        tianiangelahibbert

        Exactly!

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  17. Rohon Sharma Avatar
    Rohon Sharma

    Love this post!

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thank you!

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  18. jjram Avatar
    jjram

    Facts!

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      😊

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  20. monaexo1 Avatar
    monaexo1

    I absolutely love this!! It’s so important to be “selfish” like you say. i’m a mental health and lifestyle blogger, please visit my blog sometime! In the mean time, I will reach out to you over email! xoxo

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      monaexo1

      please forgive me. my url is http://www.dasiapollard.com. lol. i am still trying to get the hang of things on here! 🙈

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      1. PoojaG Avatar
        PoojaG

        No worries! Thank you for your comments and I actually have an official share and promote page which you may wanna share that on instead https://lifesfinewhine.com/2016/11/17/share-and-promote-your-blog-here/

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    Random Repeat

    Reblogged this on .

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thank you!

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        Random Repeat

        welcome

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  22. Himanshu Avatar
    Himanshu

    I appreciate your willingness to share about mental health.

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thanks I try to share it often in the hope that it will help someone going through something similar.

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    ajibawi

    Reblogged this on Ajibawi's blog.

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thank you!

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  24. Cape Town Libra Avatar
    Cape Town Libra

    I think most of us has a problem saying “no” and if we do say “no”, we think that we have to follow it up with an excuse, which in actual fact, shouldn’t even be an issue. I have to remind myself constantly that my “no” can just remain that…without an excuse or a reason for it.

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      I absolutely agree it’s like we’re wired to not say no and feel guilty when we do so we come up with excuses but like you said saying no is okay. You’re allowed to say no.

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  25. I AM JCMarie Avatar
    I AM JCMarie

    Great post about mental health. Simple things to do, but so effective!

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thank you!

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  26. katelyn Avatar
    katelyn

    I love this post! Especially the section on making me time. I am shocked at how hard it is for me to do that.

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thanks! Me time is so important but I get how you feel because it’s so difficult to find any time for yourself.

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  28. TravelwithJun Avatar
    TravelwithJun

    Short and good points. Thanks for sharing

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thank you!

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  30. 4injustwetrust Avatar
    4injustwetrust

    Powerful reading. Thank you.

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thank you for your comment and glad you enjoyed the post!

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  31. Sana Avatar
    Sana

    Thank you for these tips on self-care!

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Hope they help!!

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  32. Abi Booth Avatar
    Abi Booth

    Love this advice! I am so guilty of putting everything else before my own mental health – mostly my uni work! It’s great to have this reminder

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      I’m so glad to hear the advice helped and I know how you feel I always prioritize uni work too but there needs to be a balance!

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  33. bocmind Avatar
    bocmind

    Thank you for this post. It’s so meaningful and a reminder to prioritize what’s important.

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thank you!!

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  34. Arisha Jana Avatar
    Arisha Jana

    Worth a read for everyone!

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thanks!

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  35. Tejasv Kalra Avatar
    Tejasv Kalra

    Very important points you shared here !!!

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thanks!

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  36. smiplegirl Avatar
    smiplegirl

    I like your start ! And how you emphasize on the things we can do daily in our lives to help us maintain our mental health

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thank you! I think improving the little things can make a huge difference,

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  37. thrutheashesblog Avatar
    thrutheashesblog

    Great points, and all things I try to rope into my self-care plan.

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thanks!

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  39. thrutheashesblog Avatar
    thrutheashesblog

    Helpful reminders, especially in this stressful time.

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      PoojaG

      Thank you!

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  41. stacey.sydney9 Avatar
    stacey.sydney9

    great points – thank you for sharing

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thanks!

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  42. emailsincerelygabby Avatar
    emailsincerelygabby

    These 5 tasks can often be really difficult, like saying no, but they are so essential! I’m glad that you are spreading awareness about mental health.

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thank you and yes they are difficult but worth it!

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  43. Loyce Atim Avatar
    Loyce Atim

    Thanks for sharing this informative post 🙂
    I agree to you that it is necessary to have some me time to get relaxed.

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thanks I’m glad you agree!

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  44. Between Two Poles Avatar
    Between Two Poles

    This is great advice for everyone! I especially like the tip on saying no. It’s helpful to be reminded that saying no shouldn’t make you feel guilty. And all your tips are interrelated. Sometimes saying no is a form of self-care and being selfish. Good post! I enjoyed it.

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    1. PoojaG Avatar
      PoojaG

      Thank you! Saying no is definitely very important and can sometimes be necessary. It’s something that we tend to feel guilty about but honestly you should not feel bad for prioritizing yourself.

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  45. Pooja G Avatar
    Pooja G

    Reblogged this on Lifesfinewhine.

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  46. Daffodilpearlzz Avatar
    Daffodilpearlzz

    Meaningful post. This will be useful for many.

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks- I really hope so.

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      1. Daffodilpearlzz Avatar
        Daffodilpearlzz

        Welcome 😊

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  47. iamvhardik Avatar
    iamvhardik

    At times, doing stuff for yourself is judged as being selfish. Especially in societies where community is prioritised over the individual. This attitude is reflected by our family in dealing with us which makes the situation tougher.

    Being selfish is not so easy. Specifically, when you are called out for it. There should be a healthy balance between the community and the individual to achieve good mental health.

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      I absolutely agree and I think we need to work on changing societies views on mental health because a lot of people are afraid of seeking help or prioritizing themselves due to the stigmas attached to mental health problems.

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  48. Manoj Mehra Avatar
    Manoj Mehra

    Saying no to others especially closed ones is tricky. Sometimes you have to do something unwillingly because you don’t want to hurt their feelings.

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yeah we often do things just so we don’t hurt peoples feelings but we need to stop doing that if it begins damaging our own health.

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  49. Genevieve Avatar
    Genevieve

    Reblogged this on Pearls of Wisdom.

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thank you!

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  50. Affirmations Guru Avatar
    Affirmations Guru

    Yes, we need to say no more often. Life is too short for accommodating others who would not be around if you needed them.

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Yes exactly- life is short and we need to prioritise ourselves.

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  51. andriagrant18 Avatar
    andriagrant18

    Me time is so important!!

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  52. jaya Avatar
    jaya

    well penned thoughts andriagrant.. know thy triggers… at times we escape as we k now them, and at times we walk right into the trap knowing it too isn’t it… takes time to make it our unconscious way of being

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Knowing your triggers definitely helps a lot.

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  53. Devang Upadhyaya Avatar
    Devang Upadhyaya

    I really like it, it’s well written! Kudos

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    1. Pooja G Avatar
      Pooja G

      Thanks!

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