What is Peace of Mind?
Peace of mind is best described as a mental state of being. When a person can truly accomplish peace of mind they have a sense of calmness emotionally. There are minimal, if any feelings of stress, fears, or anxieties.
So how does someone find true peace of mind?
To be quite honest there are several ways in which a person can find true peace of mind. It is simple finding something that eases the daily stresses of the mind and helps you be at peace with whatever your realities are right now. Below are just a few suggestions on how you can begin to find true peace of mind.
Remove Negative Influences - The very first step to finding peace of mind is removing from your life the negative influences that might be interfering with your outlook on life. This might mean watching less news to prevent being stressed out about negative things you can do nothing about. It could also mean removing toxic relationships from your life so that you can move forward. Or it could mean taking a long hard look in the mirror. Are you currently displaying negative behaviors that could be causing you to stress out mentally and emotionally? This could be holding grudges, unforgiving, controlling, or even comparing your life to other’s? Whatever your negatives are, removing them is the only way to move forward.
Try Meditation - Sometimes the mind just needs to be quiet. It's simply running full speed all day long trying to figure out one thing to the next. The only time it takes a break is while you’re asleep (unless you subconsciously think about things in your sleep as well). As such, meditation can be a great way to refocus the mind and simply being at peace. If you’ve never tried meditation before, there are plenty of online meditation videos to assist you in learning more about the art behind it.
Exercise - exercise can also be a great way to de-stress and find peace of mind. In fact, there are medical reports that support there is a connection between exercising to relieve stress. Exercising helps to increase endorphins which are neurotransmitters in the brain that stimulate good feelings. Exercising is also a great distraction as you’re focused on forming technique you’re not as focused on what’s going on in your life. Lastly, exercise can improve your overall mood making you feel better about yourself and life in general. Exercise doesn’t have to mean going to the nearest gym and lifting weights or running on a treadmill. Exercising can be things that include yoga, sports, or even walking around your neighborhood.
Speak to a Therapist - There are instances in which there is simply so much going on in your life that you can’t figure out how to cope with it yourself. If this is the case, there is certainly nothing wrong with going to see a therapist. Therapists are trained professionals that can help you sort through your problems and learn how to assess things in a more constructive manner. There are therapists that specialize in just about every area of your life so whether it’s an issue in a relationship, household, or a past encounter you can get the help you need. Sometimes you can find peace of mind by simply letting it all out, and a therapist is just the person to do this with.
Get a Massage - This one will probably make you at peace just thinking about it… getting a massage is a great way to relieve stress and simply feel good. According to a blog post from Massage Table Outlet, an online vendor for portable massage tables, If your stressed due to your job, getting massages can actually make you a better employee.
Do Something Fun - Lastly, sometimes you just need to get away from the stresses of life and simply smile. To do this, you’ll want to plan something that you really enjoy doing. Whether it’s going on vacation with your family, planning a mini getaway for yourself, or treating yourself to your favorite restaurant, it is important to do something from time to time that does not involve too much thinking.
Life is certainly topsy turvy and can have your brain on overdrive. The best thing you can do for yourself is find something that will take your mind off of things. Reset the brain and find peace of mind. Whether you decide to meditate, exercise, get a massage, speak to a therapist, or be spontaneous and do something fun, you need to find some form of balance to prevent your health from deteriorating. Hopefully this has given you some ideas on how to bring a little bit of peace into your life.
By Sarah Stringer
Sara is a freelance writer who most often writes about business and health. Originally from Missouri, she now resides on the west coast. In her spare time, she enjoys maintaining a healthy lifestyle through swimming and practicing yoga