Goals may be on different aspects like personal development i.e. physical fitness goals; financial development; social relations; happiness oriented; self-care related. The examples shown here are indicative and not exhaustive.
Improving mental health may be a goal. To have strong mental health, following self-care topics may be taken care of, which may be regarded as sub-goals.
Then to fulfill each sub-goal, a few tasks may be earmarked. Based on the tasks, some activities are to be planned and resource requirements to be studied. Progress on each activity needs to be assessed to take up adequate timely action.
1. Mental self-care
· Staying away from negative thoughts
· Adopting few DOs & DON’Ts like having regular nature walks, limiting digital involvement, substance abuse like alcohol, drugs
· Journaling
· Reading books
2. Psychological self-care
· Mindfulness
· Relaxation
· Get engaged in a hobby, not in a bad habit
· Positive self-talk
3. Emotional self-care
· Positive affirmation
· Building mental toughness and resilience
· Forgiveness
· Gratefulness
4. Social self-care
· Enhancing social connections
· Honor commitments to help people
· Join social institutions like clubs, philanthropic institutions
· Attending festivals
5. Physical self-care
· Regular exercise
· Better eating habits
· Care for good sleep
· Personal hygiene
6. Intellectual self-care
· Learning new skill
· Be open-minded
· Listen empathetically
· Explore different avenues
7. Spiritual self-care
· Inculcating good habits and staying away from bad ones
· Connecting to supreme power, thinking God is always kind to all
· Meditation
· Yoga
8. Environmental self-care
· Care for good housekeeping
· Reduce, re-use, recycle products used
· Conserve water
· Shopping wisely, the only hat is required
Just think how can you address these requirements? These are in line with SDG 3 goal on ‘Good Health & Well-Being’
Fix a timeline to reduce to a bare minimum, if total elimination is not practicable at any moment, preventable mental problems like depression, dementia.
Value yourself. Be aware of your internal strength and your capability to develop
Go beyond boundaries, as and when required
Know your internal stressors and stress busters well
Accept what you cannot change
Do not hesitate to ask for help when you need it
Be aware of the devastating effects of mental illness, if not adequately taken care in the right time
Similarly stay updated on good effects of positive relations with others, having a purpose of life and self-acceptance, autonomy, and environmental mastery. Required activities need to find a suitable place in the ‘To Do List’ for daily and weekly plans.
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