Ever feel like your mind's stuck in traffic? 🚦 You're not alone! Mental internal frictionbasically overthinking without actioncan zap your energy and lead to burnout. Dr Wang Zhen, vice president of the Shanghai Mental Health Center in the Chinese mainland, spills the tea on simple hacks to keep your mental game strong.
1. Move That Body
Exercise isn't just for your bicepsit frees up happy chemicals in your brain. Even a 10-min dance sesh to your fave Bollywood track or K-pop routine does wonders! 💃🕺
2. Social Power-Up
Zoom hangouts or IRL catch-ups with friends can boost your mood. Share your highs and lowsit's OK to lean on your squad for support. 🤗
3. Healthy Habits
Regular sleep, balanced meals, and a digital detox (yep, put down the phone!) help your brain recharge. Try a no-screen rule 1 hr before bedtime. 🌙
4. Action Over Overthinking
Plotting forever can lead nowhere. Set micro-goals: brainstorm, pick one task, and just start. Breaking big projects into bite-size steps = major win! ✔️
Remember, mental fitness is like gym workoutsconsistency is key. Next time you feel that inner friction, pick one step above and run with it. You've got this! 💪
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
