5 steps to good mental health as life returns to normalcy during the pandemic

Individuals who have issues with anxiety may benefit from relaxation and breathing techniques. Photo: Unsplash/Dingzeyu Li

World Mental Health Day is observed on Oct 10 every year to raise awareness about mental health issues as well as mobilise efforts in support of mental health.

According to Thrive Well (a social enterprise that offers mental healthcare services) clinical psychologist Anum Sofea Muhamad Fadzli, the first step to mental health improvement is to “understand that everyone, at some point in their life, may face challenges or issues that can impact their mental health – some more than others due to their past experiences, present concerns or other uncontrollable factors”.