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Mental health and behavior

Mental health is one of the most searched for terms in 2024 and we at Nortropics are very curious about what mental health really is. There are so many definitions of mental health, but we look at mental health as a concept from different perspectives.
When considering mental health, we can look at one of the core ideas from coaching and in the realm of behavioral psychology. This idea is “behind every action, there is a positive intention”. It suggests that even behaviors that you feel are negative or destructive are driven by underlying positive motives. Cherishing this idea can be quite transformative, especially when combined with self-love, self-care and having good mental health.
The Positive Intention
Peter, one of the founders of Nortropics, has worked with hundreds of clients one to one and in group settings. He has found that the ones who practice the belief of positive intentions, regardless of the behavior, are also often those who manage to create changes in their private and professional life quicker. Let’s imagine a workplace conflict where two employees or departments argue about the sequence of which to lead a project. For instance, the marketing department is scheduling a campaign and the IT department has scheduled systems downtime. From their own perspective, the intentions are absolutely positive and they are both correct in the fact that the task is important, however, the outcomes may have negative consequences. The outcomes are not what’s important here, we solely focus on the intentions.
Recognizing the positive intention behind our actions allows us to approach behavioral change and conflict management with empathy and understanding. Instead of condemning ourselves or others for perceived shortcomings, we can look for and appreciate the underlying motives and work towards better suited expressions of the intentions. Doing so will help us feel better about our processes when faced with difficulties.
Foundations for mental health
Self-love and self-care are essential tools for a good mental health. They involve treating ourselves with the same compassion and kindness we extend to others. Which in turn is a double-edged sword because in order to express genuine care and love for others we need genuine care and love for ourselves.
- Self-love can be defined as the practice of accepting and valuing ourselves, including our flaws. It involves challenging our inner critic and nurturing a healthy internal dialogue.
- Self-Care can be defined as activities that nourish our mind, body and soul. From having great hobbies to setting boundaries. Self-care is about charging our batteries and preventing burnout. It is a deeply personal journey, tailored to individual needs and preferences.
A human being who works on their mental health, needs to create a supportive environment in order to grow. This environment also helps us build resilience and to combat stress. One way to begin to create such an environment is to have a specific morning routine that you can do no matter what is knocking at your door.
Nootropics in Mental health
Nootropics is also known as cognitive enhancers and they can play a supportive role when working on your mental health. After all, everyone who has faced severe challenges knows that change is very often associated with stress. Our nootropic supplements are designed to improve cognitive functions such as memory, focus and mental clarity. This can be especially beneficial in managing stress and having an overall more healthy brain activity.
Nootropics like L-theanine, found in Blue Clarity and Clarity, is known to enhance concentration and memory. While the plant Rhodiola Rosea can have especially good effects on an individual’s stress levels. Such benefits can help a person staying committed to their goals by improving their ability to focus and retain new information. Speaking from personal experience, the number one enemy for change and when achieving great things is stress.
On the other hand, nootropics like Ginkgo Bilboa and Lion’s Mane mushrooms have properties that support overall brain health. They do this by protecting neurons from oxidative damage, which in turn can enhance cognitive functions.
Nortropics and Change
It does not matter if you’re looking to performing better at work, if you are an athlete looking for that extra edge or if you’re simply an individual looking to feel better in your day. The products we provide at Nortropics are created especially to help you reach your goals and to help nourish you from your own unique starting point.
After all, every journey is unique, but our brain always requires good fuel to get going. Especially when facing changes.
Sources:
“Nootropics as Cognitive Enhancers: Types, Dosage and Side Effects of Smart Drugs”
(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9415189/)
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