{"id":557,"date":"2023-12-08T11:55:41","date_gmt":"2023-12-08T00:55:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thehealthyhub.org\/?p=557"},"modified":"2023-12-08T11:55:41","modified_gmt":"2023-12-08T00:55:41","slug":"the-link-between-physical-and-mental-health-a-holistic-approach-to-wellbeing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thehealthyhub.org\/general-health\/the-link-between-physical-and-mental-health-a-holistic-approach-to-wellbeing\/","title":{"rendered":"The Link Between Physical and Mental Health: A Holistic Approach to Wellbeing"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A holistic approach to mental health focuses on encouraging an individual\u2019s physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellness. A focus on these facets of health allows individuals to naturally reduce their stress levels and improve their long-term mental wellness.<\/p>\n
This includes addressing each of the key aspects of wellness: physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and financial. Here\u2019s how to prioritize each of these facets of wellness to attain lasting mental wellness.<\/p>\n
Physical Exercise<\/h2>\n
In addition to improving your overall body\u2019s fitness, physical activity is an important part of your mental health and well-being. It can help you feel more energetic throughout the day, improve your sleep at night, and boost your mood.<\/p>\n
Studies have shown that physical activity can decrease the risk of several non-communicable diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and several cancers. It can also reduce high blood pressure, lower stress levels, and maintain a healthy weight.<\/p>\n