Did you know? Early sadness is like a hidden time bomb waiting to go off, and once triggered, it can cause an "earthquake" of cognitive problems in the future. But don't worry, life is always full of hope, and several healthy lifestyles are like keys to unlocking the door to happiness and reducing the risk of depression.
We can start with the "door" of sleep. Imagine that your sleep is like a peaceful castle that requires seven to nine hours of restful time to guard. As you drift off to sleep, the castle is repairing your body and mind and protecting you from external stressors. Anti-blue light glasses, like the guardian of the castle, help you resist the blue light released by electronic screens before bedtime "invaders", to protect the smooth release of melatonin, so that you can more easily enter the sweet land of dreams. In addition, the soft mattress is like a soft duvet in the castle, gently wrapped around you, so that you feel unprecedented comfort and relaxation during sleep. In such an environment, sadness and stress seem to be blocked out of the castle, you just need to enjoy the peace, so that the soul can be truly healed.
Smoking, this seemingly elegant action, but like a cunning "thief", quietly steals your happiness. It not only erodes your physical health but also puts your mind under the shadow of depression. For those who smoke regularly, the risk of depression is like standing on the edge of a cliff, ready to fall into the abyss. However, interaction with others is like warm sunshine that can dispel the gloom of the mind. Every interaction with others and every genuine smile is like a breath of fresh air to the mind, making the risk of depression much lower. Not only that, interaction with others is the most effective factor in preventing the recurrence of depression. Like good medicine, it can help you rediscover the joy of life and regain confidence to face life's challenges.
Physical activity, like a silent healer, has shown remarkable potential on the road to preventing, alleviating and resolving depression. And that doesn't mean one has to step through the gym doors every day and sweat through an intense workout.
Physical activity can be integrated into every bit of our daily lives, like a breath of fresh air that quietly nourishes our souls. Imagine that after dinner, you and your family walk out of the house together and take a stroll along the forest path near your home. The breeze on your face and the leaves rustling in your ears seem like whispers of nature, bringing a touch of peace and solace to your soul. Or on weekends, your whole family mobilizes for a big chore event. Sweeping the floor, cleaning the windows, organizing the room, each action is accompanied by the flow of sweat but also brings a sense of achievement and satisfaction. It's as if you are injecting new energy into your living space and at the same time injecting a positive energy into your mind. These seemingly insignificant daily activities contain great power. They not only exercise our bodies but also relax and delight our minds. It's like a fresh spring that flows in the desert of depression, bringing us hope and vitality in life.
If you are depressed, it is understandable that you refuse to go out of the house, but getting in touch with nature will improve your mood. Nature is like a kind mother who embraces every soul in need of comfort with her broad mind and endless warmth. When we are in nature's embrace, whether we are strolling along a lush green forest path or sitting quietly on the shore of a sparkling lake, we can feel the serenity and harmony that is uncontested by the world. In such an environment, the mind is relaxed and nourished, as if washed by a fresh force. Those pent-up boredom and sadness in the heart also gradually dissipate under the soothing influence of nature.
People who struggle with depression are brave and kind, and perhaps make an effort to try to take the first step and go outside. See the beautiful world and let the power of nature penetrate the mind.
