When we think of prioritising our mental wellbeing, it can seem overwhelming in how to help it within our daily lives. Yes, mental wellbeing can be helped by participating in a week long retreat, but don’t forget the smaller, yet equally useful things we can do in our daily life. Just by focusing on our mental wellbeing helps us tackle any current demands we might be going through. It also helps build resilience and strength for future challenges.

When we look at ways to help our mental wellbeing, the key is to keep it simply, so the task does not become daunting. We love the way the NHS make their top tips simple and applicable. The website link can be found here: https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/mental-wellbeing-tips/top-tips-to-improve-your-mental-wellbeing/, and we have also listed them below.

1. Reframe Unhelpful Thoughts

The way we think, feel and behave are all linked. Sometimes we develop patterns of thoughts or behaviours that are unhelpful. Recognising such thoughts, and taking steps to think about things differently, can improve your mental health and wellbeing.

2. Be In The Present

If we take time to be aware of ourselves and be in the present moment, noticing our own thoughts and feelings, and the world around us, we can gain a better perspective. Sometimes this is known as being more mindful.

Mindfulness and meditation help you to be in the present. Try our mindful breathing video. It can help you feel more calm.

3. Get Good Sleep

Good-quality sleep makes a big difference to how we feel mentally and physically, so it’s important to get enough.

4. Connect With Others

Spending quality time with friends or family, talking to someone about how we are feeling, or finding ways to help other people, are all actions which can help stop you from feeling lonely and improve both your mental health and wellbeing. This can be online, by phone or seeing someone in person.

5. Live A Healthy Life

Being active, enjoying the outdoors and having a healthy, balanced diet all impact how we feel. Also, binning bad habits like smoking, and cutting down on alcohol and caffeine can have a positive effect on our mood

6. Do Something For Yourself

From enjoying your favourite hobby, learning something new or simply taking time to relax, it’s important to do things that make you happy.

7. Write A Letter To Future You

When you’re feeling good, think about what you would want to tell your future self if things get harder and you find you need more support. Reminding yourself of what’s keeping you feeling positive right now, can help you through those more difficult times in the future.

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