There’s a growing belief that anxiety and stress could be an additional risk factor for heart disease, so while it seems that all those things cluttering your life are just a nuisance, they could actually be harmful to your health.
Brooklyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing have five ways to simplify your life.
- Organize Your Time
If you’re not keeping a calendar to manage meetings, events, doctor appointments, and more, you need to start. And it’s easier than ever since you can use your smartphone to do this organization for you.
- Tidy Up
Looking at clutter on your desk, in your house, or in your car can be mentally exhausting. Go through everything with a fine-tooth comb and be honest about getting rid of things you don’t need. Store things away if you can’t throw them out but don’t need them front and center, and then put things away as you take them out, moving forward.
- Just Say No
It’s easy to get caught up in the moment and say yes to everyone and everything. But that’s an easy way to become overwhelmed. Don’t be afraid to turn things down.
- Make Sleep a Priority
Give your brain a much-needed break. Put the screens away an hour or two before bedtime and get on a regular sleep schedule. Also make time to exercise, as working out has been known to increase mood and be a great outlet for stress.
- Enjoy the Company of Others
Make it a priority to be around people who make you feel good. Having a solid emotional support system can go a long way towards good mental health.
To learn more about Brooklyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing and all of the services they offer, visit https://centershealthcare.com/brooklyn_center/.
