“More and more US adults are dealing with stress, which can lead to mental health problems. In August 2022, more than 32% of US adults reported having symptoms of depression or anxiety in the last 2 weeks. Quick activities to improve your emotional well being!
- Be active—Take a dance break! Lift weights. Do push-ups or sit-ups. Or kick around a soccer ball for a few minutes.
- Close your eyes, take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate.
- Write three things you are grateful for.
- Check in with yourself—take time to ask yourself how you are feeling.
- Laugh! Think of someone who makes you laugh or the last time you laughed so hard you cried.
- Find an inspiring song or quote and write it down (or screenshot it) so you have it nearby.”
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (https://www.cdc.gov/emotional-wellbeing/features/reduce-stress.htm)