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Are you feeling overwhelmed from work, struggling to stay on top of all your classes?
Maybe everything is happening all at once.
They say that when it rains it pours.
When you're feeling low, it's easy to convince yourself to stay there.
After all, how can you fall when you're already on the ground?
Nevertheless, your heart wants to heal so give it what it wants.
Help yourself get back on your feet with these five self-care tips when you're feeling broken.
One; step outside for some fresh air.
Our thoughts can be even louder than the ruckus of busy cities.
Whether you're still a student in school or constantly working in front of a computer,
it's easy to feel congested by deadlines, projects and never-ending tasks.
Make use of your mornings, lunch breaks and evenings when you're off the clock to step
outside for walks.
This will help clear your head and improve your mood.
In Japan, going for walks in the woods is called shinrin-yoku, which means taking in
the atmosphere of the forest.
In one study at Kyoto University, researchers discovered that the scent of fresh pine helps
reduce one's levels of anxiety and depression.
Spending time outdoors also helps improve our concentration.
We aren't meant to experience life in stuffy bubbles, even if you can't step outside right
away, crack open a window when you can and allow nature to heal you.
Two; take a nap.
When we don't get enough sleep, our moods can take a turn for the worse and spiral down
into an endless abyss.
If you're feeling cranky from exhaustion, take some time, even if it's just half an hour
to curl up on the couch and close your eyes.
There's no shame in closing the curtains, flicking off the lights and allowing yourself
to recharge.
Once you wake up, you'll feel better rested and you'll make up for lost time by carrying
out your daily tasks with a fresh and sharp mind.
Three; allow yourself to be ordinary. We are all perfectly imperfect.
Take a break from using Instagram filters and Facebook posts that show your life only
at its best.
Social media is a place where we can share our favorite moments with others but it has
also become a platform where people feel pressured to compete with others.
Sometimes, it feels more like a beauty pageant instead of a second home.
You don't owe anyone a performance.
Your sense of self is worth more than a digitalized reputation, embrace your flaws and allow yourself
to be average, simple and sincere is always better.
Four; clean and give your space a makeover.
Cleaning doesn't have to be overly excessive to make a difference. Whether it means organizing
your bookshelf or clipping your favorite photos onto the wall, changes, big or small can enhance
the atmosphere.
After all, you spend a lot of time in your space.
Giving it some love and attention can go a long way.
Five; reach out and tell someone about what you've been going through. Feeling down often
leads to shutting down.
We fear burdening others and as this develops into a habit, we suffer silently making it
harder to heal.
Don't feel ashamed about your struggles, sometimes you just need someone to hear your story.
You'd be surprised with how much people understand you.
As a bonus, you'll also end up strengthening your relationships.
What do you do to take care of yourself when you feel broken?
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