There’s so much focus on the body’s health which of course is extremely important but how much emphasis is put on mental health. We see so much information when it comes to our physical health as to what diet to choose, foods to eat, exercises to strengthen our bodies, pills that are ingested to improve some type of bodily harm such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, digestive problems and all other ailments associated with our physical health. But how much is invested on mental health. In my opinion, everything starts in the mind. The state of mind is so powerful. We can talk ourselves into anything. All our thoughts create how we behave and the way we see things and process them. The mind is so powerful that it can be a curse or a gift. When our minds are not healthy and full of negative thoughts, we create toxicity. That leads to creating a world of turmoil not only for ourselves but also for the world around us. That often leads to depression, anxiety, bad behavior and all sorts of negativity. We can become hard on ourselves and others, start to lack confidence, self respect and respect for others. Our minds have a strong impact on everything we do, feel and speak. We can talk ourselves into so much negativity that it makes it impossible to forge ahead as though we have become comfortably numb to these negative thoughts. We then create a world of illusions in our minds. But when the mind is strong, regardless of circumstances, we become co creators. We start to see things in a positive light and are able to forge ahead and bring about constructive behavior. We’re able to accomplish a myriad of goals. We become ambitious and helpful to one another. We no longer lack confidence, self respect nor respect for others. We all deal with some type of adversities, some more unpleasant than others. It’s how you handle what you have endured that can help change your state of mind. The way we’re raised and the circumstances we undergo creates so much of our mental behavior. For example, If you were raised in an abusive household, as I was, that can change your whole perspective in the way you view life. And that’s usually negative but only if you allow it to be. That’s why it’s important to stay positive and turn it around so that it doesn’t affect you in a way that brings you sorrow and confusion. It’s up to you to change your mindset.
I know it’s easier said than done. So many people suffer from mental illness and need help. If you suffer from that or know someone who does, please try to get help. Find a good therapist or psychologist. If you can’t afford that, talk to a friend or family member that you can confide in or join an organization that provides help. Praying is also very helpful. Whatever it takes, do it. When your mind is healthy, you can become healthy in all other aspects such as body, mind and soul. Become a co creator and not a destroyer. Try to cultivate a healthy mindset regardless of your circumstances and that way you can become productive for yourself and others. Make your mind a gift. Remain in a healthy state of mind because the mind is a terrible thing to waste.
