Ah, adult life. Where we’re all in command of our emotions, and we’re too grown up to let stress get the better of us, and work is entirely manageable without getting on our nerves.

If only it was that simple!

But real life isn’t simple, or even easy. We all deal with mental stress from a number of sources. It can be getting ready for work everyday, it can be the chaos of managing work, family and fun, it can be dealing with screaming kids, and it can even be dealing with bosses who scream like kids!

This is why we need the mental detox. Here are 4 tips on how to do it.

Step 1: Embrace Positivity

Specifically, this has to do with the thoughts that go through your head. Pay attention to the ideas and thoughts you constantly dwell on. If a particular thing has a negative effect on your mood, try and stay clear of it.

When you fill your mind with positive thoughts, you tend to have a more positive outlook. This is a crucial part of the mental detox.

Step 2: Let Things Go When You Can’t Control Them

There really is no point holding on to something you simply have no control over. When you stress and stress about such things, you only store up negative energy.

When a particular situation is out of your control, don’t let it get to you. Moping won’t change things, and will only add an unnecessary mental load. Let it go—it’s not worth losing your happiness over.

Step 3: Express Thoughts You’ve Bottled Up

Open up to a trusted confidante. When you try and stuff everything down or ‘sweep it under the carpet’, you add to your internal stress. There is only so much you can handle. Get in touch with how you really feel.

Voicing out your frustration can be a cathartic experience. Deal with your true feelings, and you’ll loosen your load. Just make sure you confide in someone truly trustworthy.

Step 4: Stop Living The Digital Life

Are all digital devices inherently stressing? Technically, no.

But consider this: in an effort to stay ‘in the know’, we are constantly hooked to a drip feed of digital news, updates, and societal pressure. Experiment with a device-free time just before bed and when you wake up.

Use these tips to start clearing up all that mental clutter you’re carrying around. Let go of negativity and stress sources, and your mind will free right up!

References:

https://www.peacefuldumpling.com/6-simple-ways-to-do-a-mental-detox

https://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-23274/a-7day-mental-detox-for-a-more-positive-life.html