5 Ways to Improve Mental Health

1) Practice meditating. You simply have to turn your thoughts inward and relax in order to meditate. Breathe deeply and accept all things as they are in that moment. Do this several times a day to re-center yourself.

2) Get plenty of exercise. Push yourself hard when you exercise to prove to yourself that you're stronger than you think you are. There is a correlation between mental strength and strenuous physical activity.

3) Focus yourself on the task at hand. Instead of daydreaming about what you're going to do on the following weekend, be completely involved with whatever you are doing in the moment. Powerful concentration equals a mental strength.

4) Change your attitude in a positive direction. If you hear negative thoughts in your head, shut them off and put a positive spin on them. People with a positive attitude are more likely to respond with strength and confidence in any given situation. Share your worries and concerns with someone. You can also journal your thoughts and feelings if you prefer. Sharing your negative feelings takes away much of their power.

5) Accept things as they are. Knowing that you can't change anything other than your attitude and actions gives you power. You get to choose how you react to any given situation.