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IT’S STRESS FREE SUNDAY!

The activity today is to get 7-9 hours of sleep!   

According to an article by Medical News Today, the following are the health benefits that sleep gives us:

1. Increased productivity and concentration levels 

2. Lower risk of gaining weight

3. Better regulation of calories

4. Improved athletic performance

5. Lowers risk of getting heart disease

6. Increased social and emotional intelligence

7. Helps combat depression

8. Lower inflammation

9. Improves immune system

Reference:https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/325353#better-productivity-and-concentration

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IT’S SOCIALIZE SATURDAY!!

The activity today is to play games with your friends !!!

Check out how the activity went by clicking this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1IA33P9gCfgWylw5FG_cRvjKLxwl5g3Ds?usp=sharing

According to the study “Gaming well: links between videogames and flourishing mental health”, playing games with your friends give emotional stability. Also, this also help the players relax and lessen their stress since gaming can release their anger. Playing games can also develop their skill.

Reference: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpsyg.2014.00260/full

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IT’S FOOD TRIP FRIDAY!

The activity today is to eat favourite snack!   

According to an article by Health engine, eating food in general reduces our arousal and irritability while helping us be calm. Comfort eating on the other hand, helps people cope with stress, anxiety, boredom, loneliness or unhappiness.

Reference:https://healthengine.com.au/info/comfort-eating#:~:text=In%20general%2C%20it%20reduces%20arousal,%2C%20boredom%2C%20loneliness%20or%20unhappiness.

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IT’S TREAT YOURSELF THURSDAY!!!

The activity today is to learn a new craft or hobby. 

Learning a new hobby or craft is beneficial to our mental health as this can reduce our stress since it will help us distract ourselves and release our stress. It will also increase our well-being especially when we are doing creative activities since it expands the neural connections in our brain. Learning a new hobby can also help us form a connection, this will enhance our social relationships.

Source: https://connecthealth.org.au/enews/pursuing-a-hobby-can-improve-your-mental-health/

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IT’S WELLNESS WEDNESDAY!!!

The activity today is to jog or climb up and down the stairs. 

Studies shows that jogging is beneficial to our mental health.  The following are the benefits:

1. Lessen the symptoms of depression 

2. Increase the learning abilities

3. Improve the memory

4. Securing the aging of the brain

5. Lower the possibility of having an anxiety

6. Reduce insomnia

7. Uplift the self-esteem

8. Enhance creativity 

9. Decrease hunger for unhealthy foods and liquids

10. Heal the brain from substance abuse Reference: https://www.podiumrunner.com/culture/10-mental-health-benefits-running/

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IT’S TIDY UP TUESDAY!!

The activity for today is to organize your desktop files!!!

Even though the idea of a non-cluttered working area improves our mental health sounds like pseudoscience, studies suggest that clutter and being in an disorganized environment are linked to depression, anxiety and increased stress levels. On the other hand, being in a non-cluttered and organized environment gives people more focus, peace of mind and productivity.

Reference: https://insights.ibx.com/desktop-detox/#:~:text=While%20the%20idea%20of%20a,peace%20of%20mind%2C%20and%20productivity.

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IT’S ME TIME MONDAY!!

The activity today is to do something without using your phone or any devices!!!

Study shows that excessive use of cellphones have a lot of negative effects on our mental health. This can give us insomnia, lessen our concentration, and distract us from our chores or task. This also increases our anxiety, depression, and stress. Lastly, phone addiction can separate us from relationships; such as friendship or family relationships.

Reference: https://www.helpguide.org/articles/addictions/smartphone-addiction.htm

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IT’S STRESS FREE SUNDAY!

The activity for today is to sleep for 7-9 hours.

According to Dr. Merrill Mitler, a sleep expert and neuroscientist at NIH, sleep affects every aspect of our body in many ways (i.e; molecular, energy balance, intellectual function, alertness and mood). She also states that those who are well-rested operate on a different level of productivity than those who are not. In simple terms, getting adequate sleep brings you a ton of benefits for your body.

Reference:https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2013/04/benefits-slumber

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IT’S SOCIALIZE SATURDAY!!

The activity today is to spend time with your family!!!

Multiple studies conducted around the world have found that spending time and having a strong bond with our family is beneficial to our mental health. This help us lessen our psychological problems. Also, spending time will improve us in handling situations, and prevent us from getting in trouble.

Reference:https://www.newportacademy.com/resources/restoring-families/benefits-of-spending-time-with-family/#:~:text=Studies%20show%20that%20teenagers%20who,%2C%20depression%2C%20and%20eating%20disorders.

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IT’S FOOD TRIP FRIDAY!!

The activity today is to eat a hearty breakfast!!

The following are health benefits that eating breakfast may give you:

1. Better ability to stay focused

2. A balanced mood

3. Increased metabolism

4. Helps in lowering stress levels

5. Helps in improving brain development

Reference:https://camillestyles.com/wellness/5-reasons-why-eating-breakfast-will-boost-your-mental-health/

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IT’S TREAT YOURSELF THURSDAY!!

The activity today is to add some items to your shopee cart!!!

Know more about how the activity went here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lEFddMBxAYnAYXPMz2amIWzZbcXMjWV5/view?usp=sharing

Researchers conducted three experiments involving 548 participants. They found that shopping is beneficial to our mental health since it improves personal control and eases sadness.

Reference: https://amp.scmp.com/lifestyle/health/article/1434186/studies-find-shopping-sprees-can-lift-depression-and-improve-health

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IT’S WELLNESS WEDNESDAY!!

The activity for today is to do 50 jumping jacks!!!

Aside from the obvious physical benefits, jumping jacks also benefits our mental well-being. This exercise helps our bodies release endorphins naturally (endorphins are hormones that keep us from being stressed and depressed). Jumping jacks often give us a good workout and keep sleeplessness away.

Reference: https://m.femina.in/wellness/fitness/benefits-of-jumping-jacks-136980.html#:~:text=Like%20most%20cardio%20exercises%2C%20jumping,of%20stroke%20or%20heart%20attacks

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IT’S TIDY UP TUESDAY!!

The activity today is to clean your study area!!!

According to the National Sleep Foundation, cleaning the room and organizing an uncluttered space allows an individual to improve their sleep. The mess and dust can also influence the ease of people's sleep.  

Reference: https://dailycollegian.com/2017/02/the-benefits-of-a-clean-room/#:~:text=Putting%20things%20away%20after%20you,allows%20you%20to%20sleep%20better.

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IT’S ME TIME MONDAY!!

The activity today is to watch a film or episode of your favorite  tv show!!

According to Birgit Wolz, PhD., MFT, cinema theraphy can be an important factor or catalyst for one's healing and growth. According to Wolfz, cinema theraphy allows one to use the various effects of the imagrey,  plot,music, etc.  in movies on our psyche for inspiration and insight for emotional release and natural change.

Reference:https://psychcentral.com/blog/how-watching-movies-can-benefit-our-mental-health/

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IT’S SLEEP WELL SUNDAY!!

The activity for today is to have 7 to 9 hours of sleep!!!

A study stated that sleep is connected to mental health. Lack of sleep has a negative psychological effect to us. Sleep deprived people are more susceptible to being depressed than those who sleep 7-9 hours a day.

Reference: https://www.getmaple.ca/blog/the-link-between-sleep-and-mental-health/

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IT’S SOCIALIZE SATURDAY!!

The activity for today is to have a deep conversation with a classmate.

Know more about how the activity went here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jhrcOrqdLYsT

According to the findings of researchers at the ESRC-funded International Centre for Lifecourse Studies In Society and Health, people with supportive friends and family commonly have better mental and physical health than those who don’t. They also found that even just socializing with one’s neighbor is still beneficial in times when one is away from their friends.

Reference:https://esrc.ukri.org/news-events-and-publications/evidence-briefings/mental-health-and-social-relationships/

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IT’S FOOD TRIP FRIDAY!!  

The activity today is to eat your favorite fruits!!!

According to a study, published in Frontiers in Psychology, people who ate more raw produced were found having lower levels of symptoms related to depression and other mental illnesses than those who ate more cooked, canned, or processed foods.

Reference:https://www.health.com/condition/depression/raw-fruits-vegetables-mental-health