What is mind training/ How to practice it?

2024-05-15 09:14:00, Shëndeti CNA

According to data during the pandemic, 4 out of 10 adults have shown symptoms of depression or anxiety disorders.

This ratio was 1 in 10 during 2019, and one reason for the increase is the Covid-19 pandemic.

The ways of curing these diseases start from the individual ones to the most medical ones where you can consult with the pricologists or psychiatrists. However, to feel better and alleviate the symptoms of anxiety and depression, you can make some successful efforts yourself.

Experts advise to train the mind, the same as you can do with the body. It is enough to start from a few simple steps which we will explain below.

Brain training

According to psychologist Sutton Smith, games are a good way to keep the brain in shape and ward off depression. According to him, games, whether electronic or other, have a positive effect on the brain. When you play a game, many areas of the brain related to goals and learning and motivation are activated.

So to have a healthy mind, away from depression and anxiety try playing a game. Whether on the computer, phone or solving a crossword, sudoku, a puzzle, dominoes, chess or other games that put the mind to work. The more you play games and find a solution to them, the more confident and confident you feel about yourself.

Avoid comparisons

Comparing yourself to others is not what you should do to feel better.

They are often just imaginary and make you feel bad about yourself so avoid them if you can.

Motivating yourself is a very good way to get out of depression and anxiety.

To achieve this you must understand that you are not in competition with anyone else but yourself.

Deal with the things you have a passion for, create a hobby or dedicate yourself even more to the existing ones.

Teach your brain to enjoy the little things and feel free to express yourself.

Psychotherapy

Medical counseling or psychotherapy is highly recommended to help you feel better if you suffer from these disorders.

In a study published in the Journal of Personality, they say that the best way to get rid of negative emotions is to try to calm yourself even if someone is annoying you.

For example, you can count to 10 or repeat to yourself a phrase or thought that calms you down.

This method will teach you how to control negative emotions in order to protect your mind./ AgroWeb.org