The science of thriving never ceases to amaze me.  In 2024, researchers discovered or confirmed 9 ways to boost mental health. Beyond fascinating research, it helps to have practical tools to work with. So, in this latest Spark Blurbs™ post, I’m offering some easy-to-try ways to incorporate these 9 mental fitness boosters into personal and workplace wellbeing practices.

9 Ways to boost mental health

1. Writing by hand beats typing for learning and memory

Personal Wellbeing: Keep a handwritten gratitude journal or use a notebook to jot down daily reflections and affirmations.

Workplace Wellbeing: Encourage handwritten note-taking during meetings or brainstorming sessions to improve memory retention and engagement. Methods like bullet journaling and mind mapping can make this fast and effective. Also, online mind-mapping tools can make it collaborative.

2. Your gut microbes can affect your mood.

Personal Wellbeing: Incorporate fermented foods like yogurt, kefir,...