Break Free From Negativity
For a strong mind… 9 negative habits you must get rid of
The mind is known as a group of abilities related to perception, evaluation, remembering, and decision-making. In some cases, it reflects sensations, perceptions, emotions, memory, thinking, desires, motives, choices, and the subconscious, in addition to expressing personality traits.
Permission; The mind is of great importance to humans. It helps him learn, think, and make crucial decisions that determine his path and path in life. Of course, a healthy and balanced mind is our goal in this conversation, and therefore any health and psychological problem affecting the mind can make it lose its balance and make a person unable to reason and think about the course of his life.
These habits include the following:
- Excessive use of technology: It may seem very difficult to give up technology nowadays, as it is very present in our lives. Starting from the smartphones that never leave our hands, to computers and various devices that we use during the day and night to work, go to places, etc.; All of these things may make our lives easier in one way or another, but in return they weaken the capabilities of our minds and make them more limited.
Research indicates that continuous reliance on various types of technology can weaken cognitive skills over time, including memory, problem solving, and spatial thinking abilities.
As a simple example, we need to always use GPS, even if the trip is limited to a close distance or a known location. If you want to strengthen your mind, my dear, and avoid its dullness and laziness, all you have to do is rely from time to time on your memory and the directional signs to reach the place you are going, and thus get rid of the permanent and unhealthy dependence on GPS.
- Failure to exercise: Many people think that exercise is an urgent need only to get rid of excess weight, but the truth is the opposite. Sports help strengthen the body as a whole, including the mind. Several studies have proven that regular exercise improves cognitive functions and memory by increasing blood flow to the brain and stimulating the growth of new brain cells.
So, the next time you feel foggy in your thinking and unable to make up your mind about some matters, practice some of the physical exercises that you love, such as walking, running, dancing, etc., and you will notice the difference.
- Eating too much sugar: Many of us resort to eating a lot of sugar-filled foods and sweets when feeling down or while celebrating happy times. But the delicious taste of sugar is not without some harms, some of which certainly affect the mind and cognitive health. Researchers have linked excessive sugar intake to many health problems, including obesity and heart disease.
Some studies have also found a close relationship between diets high in sugar and poor brain function, including memory and learning deficits. There is even some evidence to suggest that consuming high amounts of sugar can increase the risk of developing neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease. Therefore, protect the health and safety of your mind, and your body as well, from the negative consequences of consuming too much sugar, by ensuring moderation in your sugar intake and choosing healthy types of it.
- Lack of sleep: Omar Khayyam is attributed to saying in his Rubaiyat: “Sleep does not lengthen a life… nor does a life shorten by staying up late.” But modern medical data confirm the exact opposite, as lack of sleep has serious health repercussions on the body as a whole, and on the health of the mind in particular.
Lack of sleep is closely linked to mental problems as we age. During sleep, the brain processes and consolidates everyday memories, which is extremely important for learning and retrieving memories. Therefore, not getting enough sleep every night can make the brain unable to work well to perform these vital functions.
Therefore, experts advise you to arrange and coordinate your sleeping hours every night, with a minimum of 7 hours, and to provide all the appropriate conditions for good sleep, whether in terms of bed and appropriate pillows, avoid caffeine drinks and fatty foods shortly before sleep, and dim lighting and the appropriate room temperature. If you constantly suffer from poor sleep, you should see a sleep specialist to solve this problem.
- Living in the past: Nostalgia, the term nostalgia for the past, is something that may be normal if it occurs from time to time. But letting this past control us and our present, and even constantly recalling some of its negative events, can negatively affect the health of the mind. Living in the past can cause a great deal of stress and anxiety, and prevent us from engaging in and enjoying the present moment, which has a severe negative impact on cognitive health.
So, instead of thinking exhaustingly and uselessly about the past, my dear, try to focus more on the present and engage in some activities that stimulate the mind, such as reading a book, solving puzzles, or communicating with relatives and friends.
- Social isolation: What weakens both the body and mind the most is isolation from people. Social isolation, although it may seem necessary from time to time for rest, if it is prolonged for a long time can have serious repercussions on mental health.
We are, my dear, social beings by nature; Our mind only flourishes, grows, and continues to function through communication and interaction with others. When we isolate ourselves from people, we deprive our brains of the stimulation it needs to sharpen and stay sharp and efficient over time. As we age, our mental and intellectual abilities weaken and shrink as much as our social circle.
So what to do? Protect yourself and those you love from these repercussions by maintaining social ties with your small circle, such as family, and large circles, such as friends, acquaintances, and co-workers. There is no harm in forming new social relationships from time to time, which bring with them experiences and expertise that sharpen your mind and the soundness of your decisions.
- Avoid new experiencesJust as social isolation is harmful to mental health, abstaining from engaging in life and avoiding new experiences can cause the same harm.
Some of us like to rely on our daily routine, which makes us feel stable and comfortable, and we do not find the need to go through new experiences outside the safety zone in which we live. But the same routine every day can take a toll on the mind, which needs stimulation to stay healthy and sharp, especially as you age.
So, my dear, do not be afraid to go through new experiences and experiences and get out of your comfort zone. Keep your brain stimulated and active, whether by trying a new cooking method, learning a foreign language, or simply taking a different route on your morning walk. These new experiences stimulate the production of new brain cells and strengthen the connections between them.
- Ignoring mental health problems: Today, many people can understand the importance of mental health and the need to maintain it, just as much as we value our physical health. This importance increases with age, with the decline in the severity of perceptual and cognitive abilities in parallel with the increase in other mental problems such as depression or anxiety. This may have serious consequences for cognitive health and negatively impact concentration, memory, and decision-making abilities.
Today, mental health professionals have all the capabilities and experience that allow them to help individuals who suffer from mental problems, to treat them and alleviate their severity. Do not hesitate, my dear, to resort to them even for the simplest mental problems that you may suffer from, such as stress and depression.
- Neglecting lifelong learningArming your mind with knowledge is better than adorning your body with jewels. A famous saying stresses the importance of “adorning” with knowledge and knowledge instead of showing off with precious jewellery. Knowledge is an unparalleled, priceless jewel, and it does not stop at a certain age.
Continuing to acquire science and knowledge as one grows older contributes to maintaining mental health and stimulation. Lifelong learning may include several options, such as reading, learning a new hobby, or attending training courses in many fields. The important thing is not to stop seeking knowledge, even if the body ages, as the mind does not age! Lifelong learning promotes brain health by creating new neural connections and improving mental flexibility; As well as slowing cognitive decline and even reducing the risk of dementia.
Conclusion
In conclusion, my dear, a healthy and strong mind is a valuable asset that we must work to maintain and strengthen as we age. This article has highlighted 9 negative habits that can weaken our minds and prevent us from functioning at our best, and has provided some useful tips and advice on how to avoid