Ukrainians are advised to limit the time spent watching the news to reduce anxiety and stress. As IZ reports with reference to the Cleveland Clinic, constantly scrolling through a feed of negative events only worsens the psychological state. To control this process, you can use timers or completely put down gadgets after a set time. This will help maintain calm and improve mood in everyday life.
Another tip is to donate to charity. Scientific studies confirm that spending money on helping others increases happiness. Instead of constantly monitoring the news, it is better to do something useful. Such a step not only supports the army and volunteers, but also improves your own well-being due to the feeling of contributing to a common cause.
Experts also advise paying attention to nutrition and physical activity. More vegetables and fruits in the diet, walks in the fresh air and even short workouts at home have a positive effect on the emotional state. It is important to get enough sunlight, as it promotes the production of serotonin – the hormone of happiness. Such simple actions will help maintain balance in difficult times.
Recall that earlier we wrote about the psychosomatics of skin diseases.