How to Track Your Mental Health

If you want to improve your mental health and overall well-being, one of the best things you can do is track your feelings. Not only does this allow you to identify any issues you might be experiencing and set goals for how to resolve them, but it can also help you analyze how you’re progressing toward those goals. Here are some tips for how to track your mental health:

• Choose the tracking method that resonates with you. For instance, some find solace in the ritual of writing in a paper journal, while others appreciate the convenience of a digital app. It's about what works best for you.
• Schedule a time to track how you’re feeling each day. For example, you could do it after dinner or before bedtime. If you have trouble remembering to do it, you may want to set a reminder alarm.
• Find a comfortable space that’s free of distractions.
• If you find it difficult to explain your feelings, try focusing on specific indicators like appetite, energy, mood, sleep, and stress.
• Set SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound) goals. For example, rather than saying that you want to feel less anxious, say that you’ll spend 10 minutes meditating each morning for the next month.
• Focus on one goal at a time. Otherwise, you may feel overwhelmed, which could impede your progress.

Take Control of Your Mental Health

Once you’ve started tracking your mental health, you may find that you need professional guidance to achieve your goals. At our practice, you’ll find the support and understanding you’re looking for. At Core3, we are highly experienced and will provide you with the individualized, patient-focused care that we’ve come to be known for. Contact us today to request an appointment.