Discussions on the importance of mental health worldwide have increased in both frequency and urgency in recent years. In the country, the challenge to maintain peak mental health is ongoing as studies point out that at least 3.6 million Filipinos currently face mental health issues.
Sound mental health is essential to everyone’s overall health and well-being. As ongoing movement restrictions limit the ways people pursue fitness, there now exists a need to redefine what it means to be strong in today’s world
Through a thorough understanding of the connections between physical activity, sleep, nutrition, and mindfulness, Fitbit remains committed to providing a comprehensive view of how different aspects of health fit together.
To show how activities geared towards physical and mental health work together, here are six simple yet transformative tips for peak mind, body, and heart wellness first thing in the morning:
Your ikigai, also known as your purpose in life, is a Japanese concept that combines the words “iki”, meaning life, and “gai”, which means benefit or worth. When finding it, ask yourself: what do I love? What makes me happy? What makes me light up inside?
Doctors suggest trying to wake up naturally, without an alarm, to the light of the sun. Fitbit trackers come with a Smart Wake feature which helps find the best time to wake you starting 30 minutes before your alarm on your device is set.
Before opening your computer, take a few minutes to go outside and get some natural light. This is one of many activities in a process called “grounding” — which are exercises that help you firmly anchor yourself in the present.
One of the best actions you can take in the morning to start your day off on a good note is to recite a positive affirmation. Together with honest self-reflection and concrete actions, positive affirmations can be a great part in one’s mindfulness regimen.
Adding in a little workout can be beneficial for the brain by engaging a brain frequency called Sensory Motor Rhythm (SMR), used all day for complex tasks such as cognitive thinking, problem solving, and more. Meanwhile, practicing meditation regularly brings a host of benefits. It helps relax the body, lowers stress and anxiety, and increases clarity and focus
Whether in the morning, or throughout your day, taking actions to improve your mental health and wellness are intricately connected to our overall health and well-being. Seeing these connections is in line with our mission at Fitbit – to make everyone across the world healthier.
