Feeling mentally drained? You’re not alone. In a world where ‘hustle culture’ often glorifies burnout, Dr. Wang Zhen, vice president of the Shanghai Mental Health Center, drops science-backed wisdom to help us navigate modern mental health challenges. 🌱
🔥 What’s ‘Mental Internal Friction’?
Dr. Wang describes it as a cycle of overthinking that traps us in ‘self-torment mode’ instead of taking action. Sound familiar? ‘It’s like endlessly scrolling TikTok when you should be sleeping,’ he jokes, adding that breaking this pattern requires small, consistent steps toward healthier habits.
🏠 Should You Stay Home When Exhausted?
While rest is crucial, Dr. Wang warns against isolation: ‘Social connections act as emotional shock absorbers.’ Instead of full withdrawal, try balancing alone time with low-pressure hangouts—think coffee chats or group workouts. 🚴♀️☕
🛡️ 3 Prevention Strategies for 2024
Move Your Body: Even 10-minute walks boost mood-regulating neurotransmitters.
Tech Timeouts: Schedule daily ‘analog hours’ sans screens.
Progress > Perfection: Celebrate tiny wins to build resilience against stress.
Dr. Wang’s final take? ‘Mental health isn’t about avoiding storms—it’s learning to dance in the rain.’ 💃🌧️
