Pamela’s top tips for staying sane
Soothing touch. The warmth of human contact. We all need it, especially when we are sad or in pain.
Cry if you need to. Allow yourself to sob; it is a marvellous, healing release.
Exercise. There are many psychological benefits to be gained, including reduced feelings of depression and anxiety.
Seek humour in your life. It is very healing to laugh. Humour reduces stress and sadness.
Keep learning. We thrive on mental stimulation, and it can help protect us against dementia and mental atrophy as we age.
Write. Writing down your thoughts, and especially feelings, helps to soothe and organise emotions.
Eat nutritious, well-balanced meals. There is a relationship between mental health and a decent diet. Feed your brain.
Don’t abuse alcohol and drugs, and keep use to a minimum. Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant.
Contact nature. A visit to the botanical gardens or even peeking at the stars will provide us with a calming sense of our place on the planet.
Learn to give and receive love.