It is difficult to stay psychologically healthy when our bodies let us down. Poor physical may mean we cannot fully occupy the roles we choose for ourselves, or participate in the activities we would otherwise wish to.
John Feneley on Physical Health and Mental Well-being assets that poor physical health may prompt distress and lead to mental illness, directly or indirectly.
We all are susceptible to forms of mental illnesses in one way or another. We sometimes experience stress, frustrations and depressions at some point in our lives. No one is immune, but at the same time we’re not equally as susceptible.
For a few people who exercise regularly some experiences of mental ill-health are avoided. It is also a known fact that, participating in sports and/or physical health can benefit our minds significantly.
Feneley further posits that, mental health is a positive concept related to the social and emotional well-being of individuals and communities. The concept is influenced by culture but generally relates to the enjoyment of life, ability to cope with stress and sadness, the fulfilment of goals and potential, and a sense of connection to others.
This shows that physical exercise contributes significantly towards building up your emotional intelligence. Managers and employers are more interested in emotional intelligence today like never before.
Your ability to cope with stressful work situations depends greatly on your mental health, while your mental health depends on your general bodily health. So obviously there’s no going without healthy diets and regular exercises, if we’re to be fulfilled in our lives.