Mental health is something that every single person should take seriously!
To give you an idea of how many people actually suffer with mental health issues, here is a statistic about anxiety alone!
Anxiety is a disorder that affects more than 40 million adults in the United States. 40 MILLION PEOPLE!
Unfortunately, people with mental health issues never seek help – suffering their whole life!
The first step should be to do some research about what you are feeling.
The next step should be professional help. Going to see a therapist should never be something you’re embarrassed of.
Below are 13 TED talks about improving your mental health.
1.) The Secret of Becoming Mentally Strong | Amy Morin
Inside of everyone is the ability to build up mental strength.
Amy Morin, a licensed psychotherapist, talks about making the choice to perform mentally-strengthening exercises.
These exercises can ‘help you regulate your thoughts, manage your emotions, and behave productively despite your circumstances’.
She gives some incredible tips on how to “stop giving away your power with unhealthy beliefs.”
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2.) How to end stress, unhappiness, and anxiety to live in a beautiful state | Preetha ji
This TED talk is exactly what you need if you are stressed out, anxious, or incredibly unhappy with your life!
Preetha takes you through a fascinating journey, combining storytelling and meditation.
She is dedicated to teaching people ho to transitioning from a stressful state of mind to a healthy & strong state.
Definitely some mental health advice to invest some time in!
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3.) Change your mindset, change the game | Dr. Alia Crum
This TED talk is all about the power of your mindset!
Your mindset is the lense through which you perceive, organize, and interpret everything in your life.
Dr. Alia Crum gives some fascinating statistics about how you can change your life by focusing on your mindset!
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4.) Getting stuck in the negatives (and how to get unstuck) | Alison Ledgerwood
Although similar to the talk above, this TED talk is all about how our thoughts are influenced by how we perceive information.
If you are stuck in negative thoughts, Alison suggests spending a few minutes a day writing down things that you are grateful.
This habit boosts your well-being, nurturing gratitude for all the amazing things that are in your life
She says “Our view of the world tends to tilt towards the negative”.
If you have this problem, this talk is a must-watch!
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5.) Be the Warrior Not the Worrier – Fighting Anxiety & Fear | Angela Ceberano
For those who suffer with anxiety, this article is absolutely fascinating!
What if there was a way to systematically fight every single fear you have?
Angela gives some solid answers on how to overcome the fears that often bring on anxiety and depression.
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6.) The Surprisingly Dramatic Role of Nutrition in Mental Health | Julia Rucklidge
You’ve heard it time and time again – what you put in your body often effects your mental health.
In this life-changing TED talk, Julia talks about the power of food when it comes to your mental state of mind.
Imagine changing your diet and improving your mental health!
Note: always consult a medical professional before making any major lifestyle changes.
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7.) How to get stuff done when you are depressed | Jessica Gimeno
It is usually easy to get a mental health diagnosis.
The hard part is learning to live with it!
Jessica Gimeno lives with bipolar disorder and has learned how to actually live life, while dealing with all-encompassing depression.
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Remember, you can’t change your mindset overnight!
Dealing with mental health issues is a life-long battle. But it is possible to do it well!
A great place to start is by listening to these 5 TED talks. Invest a few minutes in watching them for FREE on YouTube.
In the end the most important part is not to give up because you are worth it!
