How to cook up a recipe for good mental health

It is important to stay physically active every day. Whether doing core workouts at home, juggling a soccer ball, or going on a run with friends, students can find different ways to relax from the exhausting screen time. Although the official athletic seasons are postponed until the winter, student athletes can take advantage of different equipment at home, such as yoga mats and dumbbells, and resources li...

Eating well is fundamental to maintaining good health and well-being, and, when combined with exercise, your diet can truly help to promote your physical and mental health. According to the U.S. Dietary Guidelines, it is important to consume 1½ to 2 cups of fruit and between 2 to 2½ cups of vegetables per day. Although this may seem obvious, fruits and vegetables provide a good source of vitamins and minerals, and t...

School stress can — believe it or not — be easily managed if you organize your time and work well. Stress is a natural feeling of not being able to cope with specific demands and events, occurring as a physical response when humans face some sort of challenge or threat. Not being able to manage your stress can lead to physical and mental effects, slowing down some normal bodily functions. Therefore, ...

Although connecting with friends in-person is more difficult than ever, it is not impossible to find fun activities to stay in touch. Setting aside time for yourself to catch up with your friends and peers is vital to help you destress and lower anxiety about schoolwork and other activities. Being with your friends also allows you to be happy and have healthy, supportive, and reliable relationships.  ...

In the event that you find yourself falling behind, staying up late, or not understanding an assignment, it is crucial to acknowledge that emailing your teacher is a better option than sacrificing sleep time and your overall health. Asking for an extension is preferable to turning in an assignment that is not your best work, and teachers will acknowledge that your mental health is more important tha...

Finally, actively looking after one’s mental health is one of the easiest and most straightforward methods to maintain one’s mental health. Simply keeping in mind the importance of mental health is a huge step towards a healthy mind. Before going to bed, ask yourself if you are feeling stressed; make sure to stay physically healthy and be mindful of your personal hygiene. It is important to pr...