Tag: Mental Health

7 Essential Self-Care Tips for Mental Health

In the fast-paced world we live in, taking care of our mental health is more crucial than ever. The demands of daily life, work pressures, and constant connectivity can leave our minds feeling exhausted. Fortunately, incorporating self-care practices into your routine can make a significant difference in maintaining and improving your mental well-being.

Here are seven essential self-care tips to empower your mind:

1. Prioritize Sleep

Quality sleep is the cornerstone of mental health. Ensure you get 7-9 hours of uninterrupted sleep each night. Create a calming bedtime routine, avoid screens before sleep, and optimize your sleep environment for restful nights.

2. Mindful Meditation

Embrace mindfulness through meditation. Dedicate a few minutes each day to sit quietly, focus on your breath, and let go of racing thoughts. Mindful meditation has been proven to reduce stress and promote emotional well-being.

3. Healthy Nutrition

Fuel your body and mind with a balanced diet rich in nutrients. Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and omega-3 fatty acids. Proper nutrition plays a vital role in supporting cognitive function and mood regulation.

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4. Regular Exercise

Physical activity isn’t just beneficial for your body; it’s a powerful tool for mental health. Engage in activities you enjoy, whether it’s jogging, yoga, or dancing. Exercise releases endorphins, which act as natural mood lifters.

5. Set Boundaries

Establishing boundaries is essential for mental health. Learn to say no when necessary and create a healthy balance between work and personal life. Setting realistic expectations and managing your time effectively can reduce stress and prevent burnout.

6. Connect Socially

Human connection is a fundamental aspect of mental well-being. Nurture your relationships with family and friends. Social support provides a safety net during challenging times and fosters a sense of belonging.

7. Digital Detox

Constant exposure to screens and information overload can contribute to stress and anxiety. Schedule regular digital detox periods to unplug from technology. Use this time to engage in analog activities, connect with nature, or simply be present in the moment.

October 10, 2023
BBN Kaisha caught roaming the streets unkept and barefooted

Reality TV star Kaisha Umaru is allegedly suffering a serious mental health problem. This was recently revealed in an update by controversial Nigerian blogger, Gistlover.

According to Gistlover, Kaisha, a former member of BBNaija Lockdown edition, was caught acting weird along the street where she resides. They alleged that Kaisha who resides in Ikota Lekki estate was seen roaming the streets with a rough hair and bare foot.

She has allegedly been down with a mental health problem, but her family has been managing her and her social media pages. Gistlover claims her BBN colleagues are aware of her situation, but they ‘chose to look away.’

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November 24, 2022
4 Things mentally strong parents do

Growing your child’s mental health is one of the best things to do for your child, because no matter how smart, athletic, healthy, or confident your child is, if that child cannot survive in harsh conditions then there is an issue.

It is situations like this that make teenagers commit suicide because most of them were not trained to expect things to go wrong or how-to handle rejections.

If you are a parent intentional about your choice of kids’ growth, then this post is for you.

Here are ways to build your child’s mental health.

1. Teach them to manage their emotions

This is one of the earliest things ever parents should teach their children. They should know when to speak their Monday and when to keep mute. If you have children who can manage their emotions, then you may have a less dramatic home.

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2. Teach them to think realistically

In as much as you’ll teach your children affirmations and positivity, let your children know when to go realistic about life and the things happening around them.

3. Teach them to appreciate their efforts rather than achievements

If you are bent on appreciating a child’s achievement only then a child would not know that it is okay to fail sometimes and would not want to try anything he is not sure of. Rather, appreciate their efforts so they know that they got what they have as a result of their efforts.

4. Work on your mental health

A sick person cannot take care of another sick person, so before you, as a parent can help your child grow his mental health, you must be mentally fit too. So, you should pay attention to yourself and see to it that you are fit before working on your child.

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November 9, 2022
UNBELIEVABLE: Watch as man drops deuce in a bucket (VIDEO)

Mental health is one of the many things that we need to pay attention to in our lives.

A video has recently gone viral. In the video, a man who had been classified as a mentally unstable person, was seen dropping his deuce in a mopping bucket, which was kept by a cleaner in an organisation.

People who tried stopping the mentally unstable man were physically attacked by the man.

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August 24, 2022
Here are 4 ways to protect your mental health despite Nigeria’s hardship

It is quite obvious that the country is hard. So, here are 4 ways to protect you mental health despite the hardship in the country:

1. Forget about saving money and eat healthy foods: You don’t have to go hungry because you want to save. Use your money to buy good food and eat first.

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2. Do what makes you happy: Engage in activities that make you happy. It could be watching a movie, drawing, playing football, or even sleeping.

3. Log out of the internet, stop listening to radio and TV stations for a while: Rumours and bad news spread faster via social media. Sometimes, you need to stop keeping tabs on the news for your own peace of mind.

4. Watch TV shows: You don’t have to let the hardship of the country to weigh you down or spoil your mood. You can unwind by watching interesting reality TV shows.

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August 5, 2022
4 Effective ways to nurture a child’s mental health

Children are delicate and need special care and attention while growing up. Aside from taking care of their physical health, a child’s mental health is essential for growth.

This is because if a child lacks proper grooming mentally, it is likely to affect the child psychologically.

Remember that before you can take care of a child’s mental health, your mental health should be in a good shape. This will create an enabling environment for the child to grow in.

See ways to nurture a child’s mental health:

1. Build a healthy relationship

If you do not have a healthy relationship with your child, may not even know when your child needs care. A healthy relationship entails spending quality time together and an environment where your child can tell you what is bothering them with confidence.

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2. Be a good listener

You must be a good listener to your child if you want to build a relationship with your child. Sometimes the issue parents have is their inability to pay keen attention to their children.

3. Develop self-esteem

As a parent, you have become a model. So, your child is likely to behave the way you behave. If you must nurture a child’s mental health, then you should be able to build your confidence level and self-esteem before nurturing your child effectively.

4. Teach stress management

Some parents may not want to hear that their children are going through stress. Of course, nobody would.

However, stress is something they would encounter shortly because they are not going to live with you forever. But when you leave out to teach them how to many stress, some of them may start considering suicide when they experience stress.

Don’t just keep your child from overwork or stress, teach them how to manage it.

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July 4, 2022
DJ Cuppy opens up about her mental health

DJ Cuppy has recently opened up about her ongoing battle with anxiety which has got worse as a result of Oxford University thesis stress.

DJ Cuppy took to her Instagram page to reveal that although her thesis is almost due, she is feeling the pressure to deliver it at a very high academic standard.

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According to DJ Cuppy, she said she has never done a research paper before and it is quite an emotional and mental draining process. She also added that her ADHD and anxiety took a hit due to the stress, but she hopes she’d feel much better after submitting the research paper.

View her post below:

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May 18, 2022
Actress Genevieve Nnaji allegedly goes psycho

Veteran Nollywood actress Genevieve Nnaji is allegedly battling with mental health issues.

According to a recent report by controversial Nigerian blogger Gistlover, the beautiful actress is currently down with psychosis and has been admitted to an undisclosed hospital in Houston Texas for treatment.

Gistlover alleged that her ailment began some months ago, but her people decided to keep it away from the public. Fans have been wondering why the 43-year-old actress decided to wipe her Instagram posts and unfollow everyone.

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But Gistlover alleged that it was her close companions that achieved her posts after they managed to seize her phone to stop her from posting weird stuffs. They accused the famous actress of drug abuse and urged her fans to pray for her to recover.

Read their statement below;

Meanwhile, the actress has previously been posting some mental health related stuffs on her IG. Like when she advised her fans to rededicate their life to God, as “mental health is spiritual.” Read below;

May 10, 2022
Revealed: 5 things that will boost your self-esteem!
Do you often find yourself worrying too much about what others think of you? Or you find it hard to speak in public because ‘you look like shit!’ Or you turn the other way when you see your crush. Then this is for you.

It’s amazing how the little things we ignore are more than enough to keep us going. The truth is that, if you feel less of yourself it’s mostly because of experiences of trauma, bullying or rejection you had.

While good self-esteem is great, building it is not. But here are a few tips that can help you begin your journey to self-confidence.

Feeling low and depressed

1. Use positive affirmations: Each day before you leave the house, look at yourself in the mirror and say things like, ‘I am beautiful.’ ‘I’m the best singer there can ever be.’ ‘Today is going to be a great one.’

Power lies in your tongue, use it well. And when you believe in what you say, your sense of self will go higher than expected.

2. Wear the clothes you feel comfortable in: Have you noticed that you get too conscious of yourself when you feel you’re not properly dressed? I remember sitting at a spot all day just because I felt my top was too tight!

High self-esteem from wearing great clothes!

Knowing you look good has a hack on your mind and boosts your self-confidence.

3. Focus on your strengths: ‘I’m never good at sports!’ Well then, try music.

Doing something you’re passionate about is another great hack. Try not to dwell on things you suck at. Follow your heart, it’s hardly ever wrong.

4. Check your circle of friends: if you always feel less of yourself, you might want to check who you go with.

Do they always flaunt their new human hair or car before you? Are they quick to tell you off? Do they harass or belittle you at all times?

Then, you might want to reconsider. We’re products of who and what we listen to.

Hands pointing in accusation

5. No one is perfect, not even you: know this and know peace, no one ever gets it all right. Even the best of people made the worst mistakes!

Chide yourself when you make mistakes, but don’t let it weigh you down from moving on.

Mistakes are there for you to learn from not to give up. So silence that voice in your head.
I hope you act on at least one of these.
March 16, 2022
I am mentally exhausted – BBN Michael

Big Brother Naija Shine Ya Eye ex housemate Michael Chukwuebuka Ngene has revealed that he is mentally exhausted.

The 28-year-old reality TV star made this known in his recent statement on Instagram. He disclosed that he has not been 100% fit for some time but he keeps pushing his mind and body.

However, Michael stated that he is taking a break (probably on social media) because he is mentally and physically exhausted. Read his full statement below;

Meanwhile, Michael is not the only housemate from the Big Brother Naija Shine Ya Eye to complain about his mental health. Tega previously stated that she was mentally exhausted. You will also recall that some ex housemates like Whitemoney, Pere and Angel were hospitalized few days after stepping out of the Big Brother’s house.

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Their comments and experience shows that it is not easy to be a celebrity.

November 1, 2021