Are you stressed out or feeling a bit overwhelmed at times? Don’t wait until these feelings finally pass when there are small things you can easily do to clear your mind and ease your problems. Start by taking a deep breath and…

Ignore the News
News stations have a responsibility to the public to report the news to people within their community. However, most of the news that is broken to the public is mostly negative. Studies have shown that people will become more anxious, stressed, and depressed after watching negative news. If you feel the need to stay on top of what’s going on, avoid watching the news in the morning so it doesn’t impact your entire day.

Write Things Down
Do you ever feel overwhelmed with all of the thoughts floating around in your head? Grab a pen and a piece of paper and write down everything that’s weighing you down. Make a to-do list of what you have to accomplish, as well as anything you want to remember for later in the day. Not only will you have less on your mind to allow you to relax, but you’ll be able to cross things off your list as they’re completed — and that’s the best feeling ever!

Keep a Clean Bed
Start each and every morning off by making your bed. Beginning your day by making the bed will allow you to accomplish something before you ever leave your room, which can give you a much-needed confidence boost! Studies have also shown that going to bed in a freshly made bed with clean sheets can help you sleep better. Those who get the recommended seven to eight hours each night are less stressed, less depressed, and have a lower risk of developing memory loss diseases.

For those who need a few pointers on how to clear out their mind for the day, adopt these mind cleaning tips. For other useful tips and information, visit our blog! If you’re interested in learning more, or visiting The Arbors Assisted Living community, schedule a tour by contacting one of our five convenient locations:

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