Not exercising.

Think about this: if you become more active three times a week, your depression risk decreases by 19 percent, according to a study from JAMA Psychiatry. After following over 11,000 people born in 1959 up until 50 years old and recording depressive symptoms and readings of physical activity at regular intervals, University College London researchers found a link between depression and physical activity. People who were depressed were less likely to be active, while others who were active were less likely to suffer from depression. In fact, for every time they were active, depression risk decreased. The solution is to get out and move. It doesn’t have to be long, but any activity will help keep your mind moving.

You procrastinate.

Imagine a task you’ve been putting off. If the reason why you’ve been putting it off is because you don’t feel like doing it or it’s boring, then there’s no help for you. However, if you’re avoiding the task because you’re afraid of failing or it makes you anxious, then procrastinating simply makes completing it more nerve-racking. The solution to this issue is before you tackle your issue head-on, you should do something that helps ease your stress, like listening to music or going for a run. You should engage in an activity that helps break up the anxiety so you can include a bit of fun into it instead of stress.

You’re in an unhealthy relationship.

Most people suffering from depression and anxiety don’t realize it’s because of a toxic relationship, as it eats away at their self-esteem. Their partners have them thinking they’re selfish or incompetent. Sometimes, it takes years for people to realize that their anxiety and depression come from their relationships and that they’ve been dismantled. The best way to solve this issue is to figure out if your partner is abusive. Then, consult a family member, a professional, or a close friend to help you see the signs.

You take life too seriously.

You fall on the sidewalk, and instead of shrugging it off, you cringe with embarrassment.

If that sounds like you, it may be time to find some ways to laugh more. Several studies show the benefits of laughter on our health, and this includes mental health. Laughter is the fastest medicine for depression and anxiety. The best solution to this issue is to seek out humor every day. You could spend time with friends and family who make you smile or watch a funny movie or TV show. You could also try volunteering with kids because they really do the darndest things.

Self-care is a set of lifestyle habits and strategies that you can use to promote your psychological, emotional, social, physical and mental health and well-being. Being proactive about your self-care includes promoting relaxation and sleep, improving diet and exercise, and setting goals for yourself. This work has been shown to help with depression, stress, and anxiety, as well as support positive physical health results.