Mental Wellness Month: Tips to Relieve Your Stress

Learns ways to keep your mind and spirit in shape.

They Isolate Themselves From Loved Ones - People who are suicidal often push loved ones away and prefer to be alone. If you see them pulling away, not calling you back, spending time alone and even falling back from being an active parent, this could be a major sign of depression and suicidal tendencies.  (Photo: laflor/Getty Images)

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Mental Wellness Month - January is Mental Wellness Month and it's time to focus on starting the New Year on a positive note by focusing on you. Here are some tips on how to take care of your mental health and handle the daily stressors in your life. (Photo: laflor/Getty Images)

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Be One With Nature - If you live near a lake, kayaking or canoeing is a great option for getting out in nature. Plus, it’s an excellent workout for your core, arms and shoulders.   Estimated Burn: 256 calories per hour  (Photo: LWA/Larry Williams)

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Leisurely Pursuits - All work and no play can make anyone lose a grip. Leisure time is just as important as the hours you devote to your career. Take time out to pursue activities you enjoy and rekindle your love for hobbies you might have pushed aside.(Photo: LWA/Larry Williams/Getty Images)

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Go Offline - Keep in touch with loved ones and make brand new connections over shared interests. Engaging in interesting conversations, volunteering and socializing face-to-face is a fun way to inject spark into tired routines. (Photo: Radius Images/Getty Images)

Work It Out - Exercising, meditating and practicing yoga are a few ways to allow your body and mind to recuperate from daily stresses and handle setbacks easier. Join a local studio or check out videos online for guided meditations and fitness routines.   (Photo: Radius Images/Getty Images)

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Work It Out - Exercising, meditating and practicing yoga are a few ways to allow your body and mind to recuperate from daily stresses and handle setbacks easier. Join a local studio or check out videos online for guided meditations and fitness routines. (Photo: Radius Images/Getty Images)

Substitute This for That - When eating out, instead of eating high carb potatoes, try getting something else in its place. We love our French fries, but keep healthier options in mind, like a side of grilled asparagus.(Photo: Nicole S. Young/Getty Images)

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Nurture Your Temple - Be mindful of the things you eat. Diet has a big impact on how your body feels, your energy levels and how your mind handles stress. Limit your alcohol and caffeine consumption and make sure you're eating well-balanced meals that provide essential nutrients and a steady stream of energy throughout the day. (Photo: Nicole S. Young/Getty Images)

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Recharge Your Batteries - It’s hard to hear your inner voice when it’s tired and strained. Take breaks when you need to so you can regain your balance. Even a solo evening at the movies or dinner at your favorite restaurant can be enough to shift your perspective to a more positive place.  (Photo: Greg Johnston/Getty Images)

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Plan "Me Time" - Create an unwind routine each night. Power down your computer and prepare a hot bath, read a book, prepare a mug of warm milk or listen to soothing music to get your body ready for a good night's rest, which is key to feeling rejuvenated in the morning. (Photo: Greg Johnston/Getty Images)

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Know the Signs - Sometimes it's more than just the blues. When you start losing interest in things you once loved to do, are constantly overwhelmed, anxious, unable to sleep, feeling hopeless or contemplating self-destructive outlets, it's time to seek professional help. There are several ways to treat depression, including therapy and medication. Talk with your doctor to see what treatment will be best for you. And don't worry if you don't get on the right course right off the bat. Sometimes it takes a bit of trial and error or a combination of different options to find your match. The important thing to remember is that there is a solution and you don't have to find it on your own. (Photo: Andrew Parfenov/Getty Images)

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Reach Out - To learn more about mental health and find a professional near you, visit Mental Health America, the American Psychological Association, National Alliance on Mental Illness or the National Health Information Center. (Photo: Hill Street Studios/Getty Images)