International Advice on Good Mental Health

20 December 2017

A Global Roundup of Mental Health Experts

I was recently asked to contribute to an international expert roundup titled:

“40 Health Experts Share Their Tips & Strategies for Optimizing Their Mental Health”, published by my American friends at Seasons in Malibu, a leading authority in addiction treatment.

It was an honour to share space with so many health and wellness professionals from around the world — and their advice is both fascinating and deeply useful. At a time of reflection and renewal, I wanted to share my full contribution with you here.

👉 Read the full expert roundup: 

Seasons Malibu Mental Health Tips

My Perspective: Resilience Is Key

I believe building up resilience to negativity and caring for one’s mental health are deeply connected. A strong, positive mindset is not something you’re born with — it’s something you build and protect daily.

Here are the key ways I recommend doing just that.

Strengthen the Mind

• Keep learning — educating and stimulating the mind keeps it sharp and curious

• Adapt to your environment — using what you learn to grow builds confidence and agility

• Stay mentally active to support emotional balance and wellbeing

Connect with Your Purpose

• Discover what makes you tick — passion pushes out negativity

• When you know what drives you, it’s easier to move forward with clarity

Care for the Body, Too

• Exercise + rest = resilience 

• Physical activity and mental breaks help regulate stress

• Eating well and staying hydrated improves both mood and appearance, which supports confidence

Shape Your Environment

• Surround yourself with uplifting, kind, and calm people

• Create a soothing space at home and work

• Eliminate toxic influences wherever possible

Find Role Models and Build Support Systems

• Coaches, mentors, therapists, and loved ones all play a part

• Learn from a variety of people — this builds adaptability, empathy, and strength

• Spend time with those who help you see differently and grow consciously

Embrace Spirituality and Grounding Practices

• Mindfulness, meditation, yoga, breathwork — all are now part of daily life for many

• These tools help us centre ourselves before we hit crisis

Stay Positive — Even While Facing Reality

Resilient people don’t ignore challenges — they stay optimistic while addressing them.

Some useful strategies include:

• Learn to handle pressure and criticism constructively

• Spend time volunteering or with people less fortunate

• Use contrast — “what’s the worst that could happen?” — to gain perspective

• Push your own boundaries gently and celebrate growth

Don’t Isolate — Talk, List, Reset, Enjoy

In addition to the above:

• Talk about how you feel — with someone you trust

• Write lists to declutter the mind and stay on track

• Take regular breaks to reset

• Try new things — even simple joys help rebalance stress

Try Alternative Therapies and Stay Curious

We have more access than ever before to complementary therapies, healing methods, and wellness technologies. Stay open-minded. Learn. Try. Share what works.

Final Thoughts

I hope this article has shown you that nothing works in isolation.

Everything in life — physical, mental, emotional, spiritual — is interconnected.

When you begin to care for just one aspect, momentum builds, and you start to see life’s challenges through a more empowered lens.