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James Donaldson on Mental Health – The Importance Of Routine For Mental Health
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There are so many things you do each day – going to work, cooking, cleaning, taking care of your family and exercising – that it is understandably easy to become overwhelmed. You may feel that it’s not possible to get everything done that you need to finish. If you also struggle with mental health issues like depression or anxiety, it’s even harder to face the tasks of the day.
When you establish a routine for your day (or separate routines for morning and evening), take the time to make sure tasks are met without losing time to focus on your mental health.
Routines are crucial at every point in life, since they help you to create healthier habits, cope with setbacks and change, reduce stress and help improve your relationships. Routines can help your mental health by alleviating stress and allowing you to manage symptoms of mental health issues.
Routines are helpful in promoting good mental health.
If you have a busy schedule, daily routines can help in promoting healthy habits for your life. Simple things like packing lunch the night before can aid you with a balanced diet. Going to bed the same time each night promotes consistent, restful sleep.
Set time aside each day to focus on your physical health, too. Exercise has many benefits for physical health that can also help with your mental health. Schedule a short period of exercise if you have the desire but not the time for a full workout. This can improve your mood, boost your self-esteem and provide support for good mental health.
Routines can help you lessen feelings of anxiety.
In coping with anxiety, you need to identify your worries and then address your various concerns. When you create a daily routine including better sleeping patterns or exercising every day, your body can more easily adjust, and your mind will know what it can expect each day.
Mental routines are important, too. Developing habits that create predictable scenarios allow your mind time for adjusting, understanding expectations and alleviating any anxiety you may have.
Journaling can help your morning or evening routine, since it helps you in establishing a more consistent schedule. Daily journaling can aid you in starting a routine of mental health and wellness.
If you have a routine and schedule your time, you can include time for play or leisure. That will make you a happier person. Adults need this downtime as much as children do. Yours might include birdwatching, reading or playing video games. You want to have some pleasurable time every day.
Routines will help you sleep better.
You will sleep better if you have a more consistent nightly sleep schedule. That means you’ll be better rested and more able to face your upcoming day. Restful sleep can offer a crucial psychological boost that will help your day flow more smoothly. Bedtime routines will help if you currently have difficulty in falling or staying asleep.
Routines help you focus on things within your control.
Managing your behavior will leave you feeling more in control of your day. It’s important to focus on things you can control. Setting wake-up times and bedtimes, along with activity and mealtimes, is a good way to start a positive routine.
When you structure your day, it ensures your ability to accomplish the basic tasks that have to be done. This leaves you time for things you would like to do. A regular routine helps you feel more productive and organized. This makes you feel that you are more in control when faced with stressful situations.
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Having routines is an important part of using time wisely but give yourself flexibility. Don’t feel down on yourself if some days you don’t stick to the schedule.
Everyone has their own ways to cope with stress. Having a basic routine helps you maintain normalcy and allows you to focus clearly even in tougher times. Be sure to include time for self-care in your routine, so it’s not all about “work.”
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James Donaldson is a Washington State University graduate (’79). After an outstanding basketball career with WSU, he went on to play professional basketball in the NBA with the Seattle Supersonics, San Diego/L.A. Clippers, Dallas Mavericks, New York Knicks, and Utah Jazz. He also played for several teams in the European Leagues in Spain, Italy, and Greece, and he toured with The Harlem Globetrotters to wrap up his career. James was an NBA All-Star in 1988 while playing center for the Dallas Mavericks. In 2006, James was inducted into the Pac-10 Sports Hall of Fame and also the Washington State University Athletic Hall of Fame. In 2010, James was elected as a board member for the NBA Retired Players Association.
James frequently conducts speaking engagements (motivational, inspirational, educational) for organizations, schools, and youth groups.
In 2010, James was the recipient of the NBA Legends of Basketball ABC Award, awarded for outstanding contributions in Athletics–Business–Community.
He believes in being a role model for success and professionalism to the scores of young people to whom he devotes so much of his time. He currently serves on several boards and committees and is a member of many organizations.
James believes in developing relationships that create a “Win-Win” environment for everyone involved, and in being the best he can be!
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James Donaldson is the author of “Standing Above The Crowd” and “Celebrating Your Gift of Life” and founder of the Your Gift of Life Foundation which focuses on mental health awareness and suicide prevention, especially pertaining to our school aged children and men.
If you’re interested in having James come and speak to your group of young adults, business entrepreneurs, aspiring political and community leaders, and athletic teams, please contact him at [email protected] and or leave a personal message for him at 1-800-745-3161. Keep up with him and read about how he is reaching out and making a difference in the lives of so many around the world at www.yourgiftoflife.org
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