The month of January is marked by the White January campaign. This is a social movement dedicated to building a culture of Mental Health in humanity.
The main objective of the campaign is to call the attention of people, companies and society as a whole to the need for mental health care.
Therefore, in this month awareness campaigns are carried out in order to fight taboos, break paradigms and guide people.
I believe this is an excellent opportunity to create reflection actions on the subject so that everyone understands its importance.
When did White January begin?
The White January campaign started in 2014, and despite being almost ten years old, it has intensified over the past few years, especially after the Covid-19 pandemic.
Because, it was after the pandemic that many habits changed. The home office has become a reality in the lives of professionals, and this has brought about a real change in routine.
In 2023, the theme of the campaign is “Life asks for Balance”, and reflections will be promoted on the renewal of actions and thoughts.
Mental health is closely linked to physical health, and we must be aware of the habits we cultivate in order to have a more serene and balanced life.
Work and personal life
I like to say that there is not a single form of mental illness in citizens. So there are many ways to maintain that balance.
One of them is practicing physical activity frequently, and even maintaining a healthy diet every day. That really helps a lot.
In addition, work-life balance is crucial. Those who work indoors need to donate their time to know how to separate things.
You need to set aside time for your personal projects, to be in contact with friends, with family and to turn your mind off your chores a little.
Body care
As I have already anticipated, physical exercises are also fundamental to having a more balanced life. So set aside at least an hour a day to practice exercises.
This is the time to balance your mind, take care of your body and even lose excess weight, which is very bad for your health.
I like to say that physical exercise even helps to avoid that irritability and bad mood, and contributes a lot to quick thinking and even concentration.
Also, pay close attention to sleep. Sleeping enough hours to boost your energy is also essential to maintain health and well-being.
It’s small habits that can transform our life for the better. And if you see that you need therapy or any kind of professional help, don’t hesitate to seek it out.
Taking care of our physical and mental health is essential for us to have a much more peaceful life and with the peace we are looking for so much.
