One of the most important ways to deal with day-to-day struggles is not physical or medical—but psychological. In short, it’s all about attitude. Having the right attitude towards life is extremely important. Here are some ways to develop and maintain a healthy attitude.

1. Seek counseling from a psychologist or spiritual counselor.
2. Join a support group either in person or online. There are national support groups for many lifestyles and medical conditions.
3. Talk about your struggles with others.
4. Ask your physician about the psychological aspects of dealing with negative thoughts.
5. Ask for support and understanding from friends and family.
6. Take inspiration from others who have successfully dealt with struggles.
7. Learn everything you can about your condition.
8. Understand that conquering each day requires a total approach: mental, diet, physical.

• Aim for 8 hours of sleep a night.
• Keep your sleep schedule regular and consistent.
• Go to bed and wake up at the same time.
• Napping is acceptable but keep naps to 30 minutes or less.
• If you’re experiencing insomnia, talk to your physician, and see what options you have.
• Make sure you get plenty of sunlight during the day.
• Do not watch TV before going to bed—the light can keep you from falling to sleep.
• Establish a bedtime routine and make sure the bedroom is dark.
• Keep the bedroom quiet. This can mean using earplugs. Or you can mask sounds with a fan or by playing recordings of light noises.
• Make sure the bed is comfortable and the bedroom is cool.
• Exercise during the day can promote sleep.
• Before bedtime, stay away from big meals, alcohol, and caffeine.
• Smoking disrupts sleep because nicotine is a stimulant.

Exercise can significantly help people who want to sleep easy. However, too much exercise can lead to fatigue. So it’s important to find a balance and make sure you get enough rest between exercise sessions.