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If there is one thing that is guaranteed to take a toll on your mental health, it will most likely be your career.

Even those in a job they have been passionate about from a young age sometimes feel this weight on them. Stress could be caused by a performance-oriented workplace, an unkind boss, or nonstop deadlines that keep us away from family and friends.

Here are three crucial strategies to take care of your mental health throughout your career:

1. Decrease Screen Time

Even though we would not like to admit it, technology can often take a toll on our mental health, especially since so many careers are now digital.

Even though screen time can help some individuals unwind, it would be wise to decrease the amount of time spent on your devices and live in the moment. One of the worst times to be on your devices is before bed, which is when so many of us decide to indulge in screen time.

Keeping our mind active when it should really be unwinding can make us fall asleep later or lessen the quality of our sleep. It would be of great benefit to our mental health if we decide to eliminate this late-night screen time or decrease it in general.

2. Exercise

As elementary as it may seem, exercise is crucial to staying mentally healthy.

We’ve all experienced those long workdays where we cannot wait to crash on the couch at home. However, getting some exercise can actually help us feel more energetic and is often the key to better mental health.

Taking a small run after work or before bed can be a great way to release stress and unwind. If you find that your evenings are packed with social activities, you might want to consider waking up early to get your workout in before work.

After exercising more regularly, you will likely see a change in your overall mood.

3. Spend More Time in Nature

A busy career might keep us indoors a lot, which is why it is essential to spend time outdoors whenever possible.

Many of us underestimate the effects that an indoor lifestyle can have on our mental health, although it did become apparent throughout the pandemic that staying locked down in one’s house can lead to poor mental health. Individuals were surprised to find out just how much happier they became after being able to escape their homes and spend time in nature.

Throughout our careers, we should use our free time to spend time outdoors.

You’ll find that your mental health will increase when you take time to go on walks, watch the sunrise, take day trips to the beach, and more.

It is essential to take care of our mental health throughout our careers so that we can avoid burnout and stay passionate in our roles.

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