Real Simple Mental Health: Understanding Mental Health

Emotional and psychological well-being affects how we think, act, and engage with others. Understanding what factors impact mood can help provide balance and ease stress and anxiety. This Real Simple special edition explores how to acknowledge mental challenges and cultivate a brighter outlook. Science-backed practices such as meditation and mindfulness can ease anxious thoughts and offer relief from conditions such as depression. Plus: how color can impact mood, the truth about manifestation, and delicious recipes for feel-good meals.