As everyone knows that health is very important for spending a happy and successful life. One has to realize that mental health is as important as physical health because emotions have a strong affect on one’s physical health and that too in a number of ways. In recent times key to get a great mental health has been found out and it is no longer considered a secret. In order to achieve better mental health follow the tips given below.Firstly, one of the basic things is to have a balanced diet and a regular exercise that will help in improving one’s physical health that in return will help in releasing mood stimulants in a natural way by spreading in the body to improve one’s mood. Sunlight especially during winter months also serves the same purpose. Alcohol is a depressant so one should try to limit it and they should try to get sleep of seven to eight hours daily in order to have a balanced sleep cycle.Secondly, stress can have negative or positive effects on the mind so it is very important to take certain steps to control stress which in excess is harmful and cannot be fully removed. By avoiding extra burden on oneself by rejecting surplus load of work or by taking out time to meet friends may help one in reducing stress level.Thirdly, having common interests with some friends who are nonjudgmental, supportive and ready to listen to ones problems will help in improving the social circle and making life more uplifting and healthy. It is better to keep a distance from those people who try to bring down others morale.Fourthly, meditation plays a vital role in keeping thoughts healthy. There a number of ways from which one can choose the right method which suits him the best. One can go to quiet and calm outdoor location or read a book that inspires him or one may find a calm place to relax him by focusing on sights and sounds.Fifhtly, finding happiness by helping others is another way of keeping your mind healthy. One can achieve this be providing your services in community centers or by helping others at the soup kitchen. One can spend time with older people in nursing homes and reading books to them. These small gestures will help you in forgetting your tough routine and will give you inner happiness.Sixthly, taking out time for one’s own self from busy routine will help in reducing some stress. One can improve his own self confidence and mood by reading a good book or by spending some money on oneself by having a massage or a new haircut.Lastly, having some enjoyable hobbies of personal choice also relaxes and calms the mind. Some people love gardening, some love cooking or writing. These hobbies not only provide enjoyment but also improve your mental health by providing you creative means.It is important to know that mental health can be affected by a number of ways so it is important to follows these tips to improve your mental health. If the health doesn’t improve after following the above tips then it is necessary to consult a psychiatrist or a physician.