4. Be aware of your triggers.
Be in tune with what sets you off. Acknowledge the things that make you feel badly about yourself, your relationships, and your life. Know the coping mechanisms that you should be aware of, such as excessive drinking or eating, patterns of isolation, sleep deprivation, and promiscuous sexual activity. Your thoughts, feelings and experiences are valid; with professional help you can learn healthy coping mechanisms.
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5. Embrace what makes you happy.
Doing what you love will lead to an increase in positive thinking and healthy habits. Embracing your own path, the things that excite you and spending time cultivating healthy relationships are great ways to combat mental health imbalances.
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Embracing Vulnerability As A Man May Not Be Easy, But It’s Necessary was originally published on blackdoctor.org
