Give the 5 Ways to Wellbeing a try

The idea of the 5 Ways to Wellbeing is to inspire us all to try out new ways of improving our mental health and emotional wellbeing. This post will explore the 5 Ways and provide some tips that you can try to make you feel more positive and get the most out of your life. Try something new today!

 

1 – Connect

 

Connecting with others can help us feel close to people, and valued for who we are.

Being social means different things for different people. You might prefer to connect with just one other person, rather than being in a big group, or send someone a message, rather than having a phone call.

 

Try making a connection today…

-Volunteer at a local school, hospital or community group

-Try speaking to someone new

-Offer to do a favour for a friend

-Have lunch with a colleague

-Try switching off the TV and play a game or chat with your loved ones instead

-Arrange a day out with a friend you haven’t seen in a while

 

 

2 – Get active

 

Many people find that physical activity helps them maintain positive mental health. This doesn’t have to mean running marathons or training every day at the gym. There are lots of different things you can do to be a bit more active.

Studies have shown that getting active can help you sleep better, feel happier, and reduce feelings of stress, anxiety and racing thoughts.

 

Try a new activity today…

-Take the stairs rather than the lift

-Have a kick about in a local park

-Dance to your favourite music every day

-Do some stretches before you leave for work in the morning

-Get out for a walk in nature and enjoy the changing seasons

 

 

 

3 – Take notice

Reminding yourself to take notice can help you to be aware of how you’re feeling. It can help you understand what triggers your feelings of stress or anxiety.

Some studies have shown that savouring ‘the moment’ can also help you to feel more positive about life.

 

Try taking more notice today…

-Take a blanket and relax in your local park

-Take a moment for some deep breaths and reflect on how you feel

-Take care of a plant in your garden

-Have a ‘clear the clutter’ day

-Try a new food or drink

-Take a different route when you are next travelling somewhere

 

 

4 – Learn

We’re always learning new things – often without realising it. Feeling like you’re learning and developing can boost your self-esteem. And sometimes, setting goals can help you to feel more productive and more in control of your life.

 

 

Try learning something new today…

-Try a new hobby such as drawing, writing or sewing

-Work on a DIY project

-Learn a new word

-Watch a free online tutorial about a skill you’ve always wanted to learn

-Try learning to cook a new recipe

 

 

5- Give

There’s been lots of research about the effects of taking part in social and community life. Some studies have shown that people who help others are more likely to rate themselves as happy.

Is there anything you can do today, to be kind or helpful to someone else?

 

Try one of these…

-Really listen to a friend who’s struggling

-Say thank you to someone for something they have done for you

-Offer to help a family member with something they’re stuck on

-See if there are any volunteering opportunities open locally

-Spend time with loved ones who are in need of support or company

-Volunteer in your community

 

 

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We hope you enjoy giving a few of these ideas a try!

 

Posted on: 29th January 2025

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