20 IDEAS TO IMPROVE YOUR WELLBEING
Everyone’s needs are unique, and what works for one person may not work for you. It’s important to find the strategies that work best for you, your personal situation and your own passions. Here are a few options that may help inspire your own personal joys:
| GET ENOUGH SLEEP Essential for physical & mental health, including regulating mood & reducing stress | PRACTICE MINDFULNESS OR MEDITATION Being & feeling present in the moment can help reduce stress & improve mood | |
| EXERCISE REGULARLY A proven mood-booster as well as improve physical strength & overall health | PRACTICE GOOD SELF-CARE Taking care & pride looking after yourself can boost self-esteem & mood | |
| CONNECT WITH FRIENDS, FAMILY OR COMMUNITY Crucial for immediate & long-term mental & emotional health | PURSUE HOBBIES OR INTERESTS Engage in activities that brings you joy & a feeling of accomplishment | |
| ENGAGE WITH SOCIAL OR SUPPORT GROUPS Community groups can provide a safe space to connect with others who may also understand how you feel without judgement | SPEND TIME IN NATURE Known to reduce stress & can enhance overall health & wellbeing | |
| VOLUNTEER OR GIVE BACK TO THE COMMUNITY Helping others can increase feelings of purpose & improve overall wellbeing | EAT BALANCED, HEALTHY DIET Particular focus on gut health is known to improve both physical as well as mental health | |
| AVOID NEGATIVE SOCIAL MEDIA Anything media that feeds negative feelings about self or situation is harmful | PRACTICE GRATITUDE Focusing on all the positives aspects of your life & self improves overall mood & outlook on life | |
| LEARN A NEW SKILL OR TAKE A CLASS Continuous learning offers a sense of purpose, boosts confidence & inspires | PRACTICE SELF-COMPASSION Being kind to yourself, such as acknowledging & accepting personal flaws, can improve self-esteem & reduce anxiety | |
| SPEND TIME WITH PETS OR ANIMALS Pets reduce stress, brings you into the moment & improves overall mood | PRACTICE YOGA OR STRETCHING As well as improving physical health, it relaxes the body & reduces stress | |
| SPEND TIME ALONE Time to reflect can provide clarity and reduce stress | PRACTICE GOOD TIME MANAGEMENT Increase productivity offers a sense of pride & accomplishment as well as reduces overwhelm | |
| SEEK THERAPY OR COUNSELLING Professional help can provide strategies & coping mechanisms to manage wellbeing | PRACTICE FORGIVENESS Forgiving oneself & others can reduce or eliminate underlying stress factors |
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