These steps can be taken to improve your wellbeing by making you feel more positive and more able to make the most out of life.
- Connect with others- doing this can build a sense of belonging, give you an opportunity to share positive experiences and provide/get emotional support. To build stronger connections you could try fixing a time in the day to spend with family, arrange a day out with friends or play a game with family/friends.
- Being physically active- this is key to both physical and mental wellbeing as it releases hormones that make you feel happier, raises your self esteem and helps you set goals/challenges. Use our range of physical activity resources and guidance to help you with this.
- Learn new skills- helps you to not only connect with others but also helps you build a sense of purpose, it can support increases in self esteem and confidence. You can do this by trying a new hobby such as writing a blog or learning to paint. You could also work on a DIY project within your house.
- Give to others- acts of kindness can create a sense of reward, purpose and will help you connect with other people. Ideas include checking in and spending time with family and friends or offering to help someone you know.
- Practice mindfulness- being more present in the moment can improve your mental wellbeing, this includes being more aware of your thoughts, feelings and the world around you.
Find out more about the 5 steps to mental wellbeing here:
https://www.mind.org.uk/workplace/mental-health-at-work/five-ways-to-wellbeing
