Postive Mindset

When one deals with mental illness of any type, it is especially important to keep a positive mindset. For those of us dealing with depression or Bipolar, a negative outlook is usually the norm, the dominant mindset.  So it is up to you to pull yourself out of that mindset and into a more positive one, as much and as often as you can. Whenever you find yourself drifting into those negative thought patterns, catch yourself, tell yourself that's what your doing, and that you are NOT going to let that happen.  Then proceed by thinking of positive thoughts, positive things...happy thoughts.

One way to help get and keep a positive mindset is to watch a cheerful happy or inspirational program on television or perhaps listen to some upbeat peppy positive music and dance around. Get outdoors and go for a short walk, get some sunlight, vitamin D is good for you and it is suggested that every get at least 15 minutes of direct non-stop sunlight every day. And let's not forget exercise, yes exercise.  Walking as I mentioned above is a great way to get exercise.  Walk for at least 20 minutes five times a week, preferably 30 minutes.  If you can't do that, then try squeezing in two 10 minute walks a day.  Another great way to have a positive mindset, relax and read an inspirational book. The number one book to read, pick up your bible, read and meditate on some scriptures dealing with depression and negativity.

These are just a few ways to get your started and to help you keep your mindset positive in your fight of the negativity that comes with mental illness. Just always remember to take each and every day, one day at a time, one moment at a time. Be happy in that moment.