{"id":60420,"date":"2024-05-09T08:57:58","date_gmt":"2024-05-09T08:57:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=60420"},"modified":"2024-09-05T07:19:53","modified_gmt":"2024-09-05T07:19:53","slug":"mental-health-break","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/","title":{"rendered":"Mental Health Break: Do You Need a Break or Something More?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#What_Is_a_Mental_Health_Break\" >What Is a Mental Health Break?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#How_Often_Should_You_Take_a_Mental_Health_Break\" >How Often Should You Take a Mental Health Break?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#What_Are_the_Signs_That_You_Need_a_Mental_Health_Break\" >What Are the Signs That You Need a Mental Health Break?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#Tips_for_Balancing_Work_and_Mental_Health_Breaks\" >Tips for Balancing Work and Mental Health Breaks<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#Go_on_vacation\" >Go on vacation\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#Try_a_staycation\" >Try a staycation\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#Take_short_breaks\" >Take short breaks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#Try_a_digital_detox\" >Try a digital detox<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#Learn_to_say_%E2%80%9Cno%E2%80%9D_to_co-workers\" >Learn to say \u201cno\u201d to co-workers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#What_Activities_Are_Best_for_a_Mental_Health_Break\" >What Activities Are Best for a Mental Health Break?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#Move_your_body\" >Move your body<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#Consume_nutritious_meals\" >Consume nutritious meals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#Take_a_tech_break\" >Take a tech break<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#Participate_in_arts\" >Participate in arts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#Create_a_sleeping_schedule\" >Create a sleeping schedule<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#How_Can_You_Communicate_Your_Need_for_a_Mental_Health_Break_to_Others\" >How Can You Communicate Your Need for a Mental Health Break to Others?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#Do_you_need_a_mental_health_break\" >Do you need a mental health break?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#How_can_you_maintain_good_mental_health_during_a_break\" >How can you maintain good mental health during a break?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#How_long_is_a_good_mental_health_break\" >How long is a good mental health break?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/mental-health-break\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI can\u2019t take it anymore\u201d &#8211; something many of us have told ourselves at least once. Uttering mantras or pretending it will all pass by on its own isn&#8217;t always helpful.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mind.betterme.world\/trauma\/first-page-gender?flow=1940&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=mental_health_break\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/understandyourfeelings_gif-ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-converter.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The top thing you should realize at this point is that we all feel powerless, weak, or overwhelmed at times. Sometimes a pause is in order, or maybe even a shift to something different altogether.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a step back and look at the big picture. Are you consumed with your job? Perhaps you constantly worry about your kids or feel as if you no longer have the energy to run errands. Maybe you\u2019re simply tired of the mundane, aiming to shift from the basics to something exciting and cool. Or maybe you\u2019ve faced an array of emotional obstacles that impacted your mental state, to the point of feeling that your quality of life is suffering.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treat this article not as your final remedy, but as a gentle starting point for incorporating positive changes into your life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_a_Mental_Health_Break\"><\/span><b>What Is a Mental Health Break?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A mental health break means changing your routines, responsibilities, and commitments to restore your mental well-being.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s a point where you utter \u201cEnough of this, I\u2019m taking a break\u201d. You no longer want to live the way you\u2019ve been living and no longer want to feel the way you\u2019ve been feeling &#8211; you\u2019re ready to come to terms with the current state of affairs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Often_Should_You_Take_a_Mental_Health_Break\"><\/span><b>How Often Should You Take a Mental Health Break?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no specific timing and frequency as everyone is different and some people may need daily mental breaks while others only need one break a week. The important thing you should do is allow yourself to rest (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rightasrain.uwmedicine.org\/mind\/well-being\/taking-breaks\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On some occasions, a true vacation from your routine may be in order.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless of the duration, what matters is how mentally \u201crejuvenated\u201d you\u2019ll feel when you return to your daily routines.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a mental health break isn&#8217;t enough, it&#8217;s time to re-evaluate things, and seeking support and counsel may be in order.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Something tells us you often forget to put all the everyday hustle and bustle on hold and simply concentrate on yourself. It\u2019s time to straighten out your priorities! <a href=\"https:\/\/mind.betterme.world\/trauma\/first-page-gender?flow=1940&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=mental_health_break\">Take a moment to heal <\/a>, process your emotions, ground yourself, release all the pent-up tension and recharge with the BetterMe: Meditation &amp; Sleep app before getting back into the race of life!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Signs_That_You_Need_a_Mental_Health_Break\"><\/span><b>What Are the Signs That You Need a Mental Health Break?\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interestingly, some people don\u2019t even realize that they need a mental break due to being stuck in the \u201cI\u2019m fine\u201d loop.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out the most typical signs:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>You aren\u2019t sleeping well at night<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all understand how essential good sleep is. Not getting enough sleep may deteriorate your daily performance (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhlbi.nih.gov\/health\/sleep-deprivation\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>You aren\u2019t taking the time to eat well<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it\u2019s okay to allow yourself a nice slice of pizza or chocolate cake, but when it transforms your daily eating habits, it can become a problem. In addition, some people under heavy stress may skip some meals without noticing it or eat more than usual but be unaware of it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>You lose the motivation to do things<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having to drag yourself to work may be a sign of burnout. High stress levels can transform a job you once looked forward to into monotonous tasks you do out of obligation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mind.betterme.world\/trauma\/first-page-gender?flow=1940&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=mental_health_break\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/8.png\" alt=\"mental health break\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Balancing_Work_and_Mental_Health_Breaks\"><\/span><b>Tips for Balancing Work and Mental Health Breaks<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A work-life balance is something everyone tries to attain, and taking breaks from work is a necessary action to restore proper functioning.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The chain of misfortunes looks like this: If you don\u2019t take a break &#8211; you may experience burnout &#8211; burnout can turn you into an unproductive and exhausted human being (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1002\/wps.20311\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taking a mental health break from work is an individual process for people. However, there are some tips for balancing work and mental health breaks by allowing yourself to relax.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Go_on_vacation\"><\/span><b>Go on vacation\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The key to a relaxing vacation is to do things that leave you feeling rejuvenated. Do the things you like. Indulge in your hobbies or try something new. This could be public clubs where people discuss their favorite books or stand-up shows ( laughter is always beneficial).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_a_staycation\"><\/span><b>Try a staycation\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>A staycation is spending quality time at home. It\u2019s all about rest and enjoying home: lie in bed if you want to, watch a movie, or <\/b><b>meditate<\/b><b>. If you feel up to sprucing up your house, why not? It keeps you moving with the additional pro &#8211; you get to relax in a clean house. Avoid dealing with any of your regular job responsibilities. Treat it as \u201cme-time\u201d and not \u201cwork time\u201d.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_short_breaks\"><\/span><b>Take short breaks<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes you just need to take a break for your <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/mental-reset\/\">Mental Reset<\/a>. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try a bike ride, walk around the park for 20 minutes, enjoy a movie, or even have a five-minute meditation session.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_a_digital_detox\"><\/span><b>Try a digital detox<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A recent review noted the negative effects of frequent technology on mental health and sleep (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7366948\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Turn off your notifications, get outside and meet friends face-to-face, or spend solo time in nature &#8211; just do something where you won\u2019t be distracted by your co-workers and enjoy a chill time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_to_say_%E2%80%9Cno%E2%80%9D_to_co-workers\"><\/span><b>Learn to say \u201cno\u201d to co-workers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Has this ever happened to you: \u201cPlease, can you take tomorrow\u2019s shift for me?\u201d or \u201cCan you help me with this project on the weekend?\u201d or \u201cIs there any chance you could stay after work and explain this issue to me?\u201d Working with people is no easy feat and it\u2019s totally normal to help someone out sometimes.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, when it turns into a frequent favor, you should perhaps reconsider. You\u2019re the most important person in your life and your current state matters the most. If you\u2019re drained or simply have other plans now or later, you\u2019re welcome to utter a short \u201cNo, I can\u2019t because I have planned something\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning to say no to things you don\u2019t want to do is tough and may take time, but as you start practicing it, you can regain some of your time and energy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/walk-for-mental-health\/\"><i>Is a Walk for Mental Health Really Helpful? Here&#8217;s What a Short Walk Can Do to Your Body<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Activities_Are_Best_for_a_Mental_Health_Break\"><\/span><b>What Activities Are Best for a Mental Health Break?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many ways to support your mental health, but we want to focus on the ones that turn into positive habits. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/healthy-habit\/\"><b>Building a Healthy Habit<\/b><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">will help you restore your energy levels and promote your mental and physical health, which can reduce mental breakdown signs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Move_your_body\"><\/span><b>Move your body<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A study on the role of physical activity on mental health highlighted the fact that regular physical movements decrease the symptoms of depression and anxiety while enhancing sleep quality (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9902068\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This means that you get fit and contribute to your mental well-being. Do this in the following ways:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a long walk or several short walks during the day<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practice yoga at home<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go for a hike\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dance like nobody\u2019s watching!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do some strength training<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a bike ride<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mind.betterme.world\/trauma\/first-page-gender?flow=1940&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=mental_health_break\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/6-1.png\" alt=\"mental health break\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consume_nutritious_meals\"><\/span><b>Consume nutritious meals<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a 2020 study published in BMJ, healthy eating patterns are linked to positive mental health (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bmj.com\/content\/369\/bmj.m2382\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Healthy foods include fruits, vegetables, berries, legumes, whole grains, and meats.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid drinking alcohol and make sure you stay hydrated. If you have a sweet tooth, try to enjoy your chocolate treats after the generous main course loaded with fiber and protein.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Take_a_tech_break\"><\/span><b>Take a tech break<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Technology often distracts us from essential work, which spoils our concentration. You don\u2019t need to live off the grid without using your phone for a few days (although this can be a great idea). Instead, set a timer for 15 minutes and set your phone aside. Then, take one to two minutes to check your apps, and get to work for another 15-minute cycle (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2023\/12\/28\/well\/mind\/mental-health-stress-management.html?searchResultPosition=2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your goal is to increase the time between your tech breaks, building up to 45 minutes away from your phone.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Participate_in_arts\"><\/span><b>Participate in arts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Arts are beneficial to our mental well-being, but many people rarely put this into practice. This is likely because people assume they need to be talented to enter their artistic side. You could write a poem, paint a picture, or sing a song without striving to be perfect at it. These activities are designed to elevate your mood, so try them without aiming for idealistic results (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2023\/12\/28\/well\/mind\/mental-health-stress-management.html?searchResultPosition=2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to reach into the deep crevices of your mind, take yourself out of the mental loop, regain balance, infuse yourself with optimism, and cultivate compassion &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/mind.betterme.world\/trauma\/first-page-gender?flow=1940&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=mental_health_break\">BetterMe: Meditation &amp; Sleep app is exactly what you need! <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Create_a_sleeping_schedule\"><\/span><b>Create a sleeping schedule<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not getting enough sleep has a negative impact on mental health and it\u2019s important to enjoy generous sleep. The best way to do this is to go to sleep and wake up at the same time every day. Here are the key hacks to do this:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid screen time one hour before sleep<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintain a colder temperature in your bedroom<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid hitting the snooze button<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hydrate yourself no less than two hours before turning in (you don\u2019t want to wake up having to take a leak at night)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_You_Communicate_Your_Need_for_a_Mental_Health_Break_to_Others\"><\/span><b>How Can You Communicate Your Need for a Mental Health Break to Others?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step is admitting you need one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Next, write down the things you\u2019ll be asking for so you don\u2019t stutter or forget important things. Avoid presenting a laundry list of needs and choose approximately three things you need. Be genuine and clear without exhibiting any turbulent emotions, calmly explaining your situation and how you feel about it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re talking with your boss or a friend, it\u2019s important to tell them how stress is impacting your daily life and work and how a mental break could help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-art-therapy\/\"><i>The Benefits of Art Therapy for Mental Health<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mind.betterme.world\/trauma\/first-page-gender?flow=1940&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=mental_health_break\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/1.png\" alt=\"mental health break\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_you_need_a_mental_health_break\"><\/span><strong>Do you need a mental health break?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may need a mental health break if you\u2019ve experienced one or more of the following: a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/lack-of-motivation\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lack of motivation,<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> sleep issues, and proneness to an unhealthy diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_maintain_good_mental_health_during_a_break\"><\/span><strong>How can you maintain good mental health during a break?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effective ways to maintain mental health during a break involve digital detox, exercising, better sleep, meditation, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/mindful-walking\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mindful walking<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, receiving <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-massage-for-weight-loss\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">massages<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, engaging in creative activities, listening to music, getting hugs from friends and family, and cuddling pets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_is_a_good_mental_health_break\"><\/span><strong>How long is a good mental health break?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This depends on your circumstances. Some people may only need 5 minutes of deep breathing and meditation while others may require a longer span, such as a couple of hours or possibly a vacation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try to take the time you need to restore your powers so you can function well in your daily life again. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mind.betterme.world\/trauma\/first-page-gender?flow=1940&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=mental_health_break\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/understandyourfeelings_gif-ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-converter.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A mental health break is an efficient way to shift from your routines, responsibilities, and commitments and reboot your mental well-being.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balancing your mental work and health is possible by doing different things that aid restful feelings: a vacation or staycation, short breaks, digital detox, and the ability to say \u201cno\u201d to coworkers when you\u2019re not feeling up to helping them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, you should consider being physically active, loading your diet with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/6-essential-nutrients\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">essential nutrients<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, participating in arts, creating a sleeping schedule, staying optimistic about aging, and spending quality time with your loved ones.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should communicate your mental health break needs clearly and genuinely without becoming emotional. Don\u2019t hesitate to speak to a specialist if the problem is ongoing and a mental health break doesn\u2019t help. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to take a mental health break when you need to.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cI can\u2019t take it anymore\u201d &#8211; something many of us have told ourselves at least once. Uttering mantras or pretending it will all pass by on its own isn&#8217;t always helpful.\u00a0 The top thing you should realize at this point is that we all feel powerless, weak, or overwhelmed at times. 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