It’s important to feel your best, especially if you’re a dad or have a full-time job. You need natural energy to carry you through the day and be able to maintain a positive mindset.
It’s all about making the right choices and closely monitoring your habits. What you do or don’t do to take care of yourself can impact your well-being and outlook. Take the time to review daily practices that will boost your mood, health, and quality of life.
Achieving Consistent & Quality Sleep
Getting consistent and quality sleep should be at the top of your to-do list if you want to be and stay well. Lack of sleep can make you feel sluggish and moody, and you may make silly mistakes at work. If you’re struggling to fall and stay asleep, then you may need to try natural remedies. You’ll likely notice less of a racing mind, and that it becomes easier to fall asleep once your head hits the pillow. It’s an especially good idea if you’re also dealing with chronic pain disrupting your sleep patterns.
Getting Regular Movement
These days, it’s not just about getting daily exercise but also moving more. It’s important if you have a sedentary lifestyle or sit all day at a desk job. Think about getting a fitness tracker so you can monitor your daily steps and increase movement if necessary. Consider other ways to move more, such as taking the stairs, parking further away, or going for a walk during your lunchhour. Exercising regularly with a gym routine and moving your body more will release the happy chemicals, or endorphins, in your brain and make you feel energized and happier.
Proactively Managing Stress
Another daily practice that will boost your mood, health, and quality of life is to proactively manage stress. While some level of stress is normal and healthy, you also don’t want it to build up and get out of control. Know your triggers and find healthy ways to calm yourself down. For example, you may want to discover an enjoyable hobby or write in a journal. If you’re feeling overwhelmed after work, then put on some music and go for a walk around the block.
Practicing Gratitude & Mindfulness
Consider slowing down and practicing mindfulness as well. You can boost your mood, health, and quality of life by appreciating each moment as it unfolds. When you are fully present, you’ll be less worried about the past or future. One way to be more mindful is to write in a gratitude journal and review a list of what you’re most thankful for daily. You’ll focus more on what you do have and what’s going right, instead of what’s lacking.
Limiting Screen Time & Getting Outside
It’s easy to get attached to technology and your devices. However, it’s not always the best for your health and well-being. Pay attention to how much screen time you have daily, take breaks, and limit it as much as possible. It’s especially important to do so before bedtime so that you are not stimulated when it’s time to sleep. Instead of being glued to technology in your free time, choose to get outside in nature and enjoy the sunshine and fresh air.
By a member of the MindBodyDad Community
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This post was previously published on Mind Body Dad.
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