Fitness Tip: 32 (Depression – 3) Depression and anxiety are multifaceted issues that may require more than one simple technique. Healthy habits, formed over time will help depression and anxiety become easier to manage. Combined, the tips below are a powerful way to combat depression and take control of your life back. Meditation: Meditation is the act of consciously focusing on the here and now. With practice, those who meditate regularly are able to block out external stimulus and mind chatter, completely relax, and focus only on the present moment. Full and present awareness is free of emotion and mental noise, resulting in inner peace and tranquillity that lasts even after the meditation is finished. Studies have shown that regular meditation reduces the effects of stress in the body as well. Sleep: Getting the right amount of sleep is healthy for our body and mind. Sleep at least 7-8 hours day. Exercise: If youre physically capable, try one hour of cardio (or as much as you can). Exercise is one of the best antidotes for depression. Forgiveness: Many times were making ourselves sad for no good reason at all. People have been known to keep grudges for lifetimes (most religions and nationalities keep them for generations). When you forgive, you remove this weight off your shoulders and put yourself in a position to be happier. Proper Diet: There is truth to the phrase “You are what you eat”. Those who eat a diet of processed and fast foods pay the price physically, mentally and emotionally. Junk foods provide little to no nutritional value and cause blood sugar spikes and crashes that can affect emotions and cognitive function. In addition, many simple carbs and processed foods cause addictions, compounding the problems for those who are already dealing with depression. A diet rich in organic fresh fruits and vegetables, complex carbohydrates and lean protein is best for those who suffer from depression and anxiety. Avoid packaged and processed foods, refined grains, and sugars, except for those that naturally occur in fruit. Proper hydration is also very important. The body needs water to flush toxins effectively. Friendships: Your life force, support system, and everything that matters. Its not hard to make friends if you put the time in. Everyone wants to be heard, appreciated, and loved. Start off by listening, appreciating and loving, and it will come back your way. Reading: Take a temporary leave from reality and bury yourself in one of your favourite books. A lot of wise people have been through what youre going through and they made it through to the other side to tell about it. Keep Training Dr Saranjeet Singh (Sports Medicine Specialist)
Posted on: Fri, 28 Mar 2014 12:23:14 +0000
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