{"id":5318,"date":"2023-06-09T12:12:46","date_gmt":"2023-06-09T02:12:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joanmcewan.com\/?p=5318"},"modified":"2023-06-09T12:12:48","modified_gmt":"2023-06-09T02:12:48","slug":"is-your-mental-health-worth-investing-in","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joanmcewan.com\/is-your-mental-health-worth-investing-in\/","title":{"rendered":"Is your mental health worth investing in?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
We tend to see mental health as separate to physical health. Integration is key to stop the disconnect!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When we listen to our body and our mind we create awareness and can identify when areas in our body need help before problems compound.
Did you know that when you uplevel your health you can reduce these symptoms? Improving your mental and physical health. Creating a healthier, happier and abundant life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Taking control of you health starts with you and with support you can shed unhealthy habits and create new one that serve your highest and best good. Is your mental health worth investing in?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Just because you may suffer headaches, weight gain or insomnia doesn’t mean that it has to be that way forever!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Twenty plus years ago my sister died from cancer, her rapid decline caused the family indescribable pain and suffering. Our mental and physical health was impacted! Showing up as anger, blame, accusations, anxiety, depression, fear, sadness and isolation to name a few.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This was classified as \u201cgrieving\u201d. However staying stuck in these emotions can escalate into chronic mental and physical health conditions!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How we present to the world each day is a reflection of how we feel inside. Sometimes we wear a mask to hide our authentic feelings, that’s when life gets difficult!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2013 Anyone can suffer from a mental or emotional health problem
\u2013 1:5 of us will suffer a mental health condition in our working life
\u2013 Mental health issues cost the Australian economy a conservative $12 billion annually
\u2013 1\/3 of Corporate Australia is feeling stressed, anxious and depressed.
\u2013 Depression is now the primary mental health disorder<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\u201cAn empty lantern provides no light.
Self- care is the fuel that allows your light to shine brightly\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\nUnknown<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nAre you ready to give yourself permission to go on the journey of self discovery?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
A journey to live a life that is fun, exciting and expansive?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Invest in your mental health and claim a life where you have energy and freedom to do what lights you up?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Guiding principles: \u2013<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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- PHYSICAL: Exercise every day, keep your body moving. Drink clean water and make mealtimes a celebration!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- EMOTIONAL: Spend time in nature or at the beach. Enjoy the sunshine, fresh air, and outdoors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- MENTAL: Practise mindfulness and unpack your thoughts. Creating space for more intentional thinking to happen and journal the messages from your new thoughts.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n