Mental hygiene is how you stay well
Just as you brush your teeth to prevent decay, mental hygiene is the daily practice of caring for your mind. It keeps you sharp, resilient, and ready for what comes next—whether that's a deadline, an exam, or simply getting through the week without burning out.
Practices
Eight practices that build mental strength
Mental hygiene isn't one big thing. It's eight small, daily practices that work together to form them in your mental toolkit.
Exercise
Move your body to clear your mind and build resilience.
Nature
Spend time outside to reset your nervous system and find perspective.
Nutrition
Eat well to fuel both your body and your mental clarity.
Play
Engage in activities that bring joy and lighten the weight you carry.
Exercise
Exercise keeps you sharp and steady
Movement isn't just about your body. When you exercise, you're also training your mind to handle stress, stay focused, and bounce back from hard days. Even a short walk counts.
Anxiety
Calm your mind when anxiety strikes
Sometimes you need relief right now. These techniques work fast when stress hits hard and you need to breathe again.
Acute anxiety fixes
Slow breathing, cold water on your face, naming five things you see...
Build peace into your daily rhythm
Meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, or a quiet evening walk.
Quick wins that actually work
Two-minute stretches, a worry stone, or stepping outside for fresh air.
Ground yourself anytime, anywhere
The five senses method works for kids and adults alike.
Story
Built by people who live this work
Jason spent years in financial services watching smart people burn out. Bridget spent twenty years with students and learned that mental health isn't clinical—it's practical. Together, they built The Mental Hygiene on what actually works.
Jason, financial services and civic builder
Bridget, educator and content creator
Evidence-informed, science-backed
Resources
Bring this to your people
Download guides, schedule a talk, or start a pilot program.
Running a mental hygiene pilot at your company
Learn how to bring these eight practices to your team and measure what matters.
Read more →Mental hygiene for students under pressure
Learn stress, social anxiety, and burnout—handled with eight simple daily practices.
Read more →Starting a mental hygiene group in your town
Free templates and talking points for youth groups, churches, and local organizations.
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