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Top Tips for Wellbeing

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What is wellness?

Wellness is primarily being in good physical and mental health. Because mental health and physical health are so closely linked, problems in one area can impact the other. At the same time, improving your physical health can also benefit your mental health and other life domains, and vice versa. Take a look at some of the top tips for wellness below:

Connect

Good relationships play an important part of your mental wellbeing. Try and make time for the people in your life who are important to you.

Awareness

Taking time to switch off from auto pilot and ‘be in the moment’ more. Choose a regular point in the day to reflect and pay attention to your surroundings.

Exercise

Evidence shows that regular exercise can improve your mental wellbeing. Why not go for a walk, head to the gym or even take a fitness class!

Learn

Learning new skills can help to;

  • Boost self-confidence
  • Help you connect with others
  • Raise your self-esteem
Sleep

The average person typically requires 7-10 hours sleep each night to feel fully rested and ready to take on the day! Be sure to catch your Zzz’s every night!

Diet

Vegetables and fruit are loaded with prebiotic fibre, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants many of which have potent health effects.

Eating enough protein is vital for optimal health, as it provides the raw materials your body needs to create new cells and tissues.

Meditate

Stress has a negative effect on your health. It can effect your blood sugar levels, food choices, susceptibility to sickness, weight, fat distribution, and more. For this reason, it is important to find healthy ways to manage stress.

Stay hydrated

Drinking more water helps you to feel more energised, improves brain function, and flushes out toxins. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink!

What makes you happy?

Why not go for a walk, take a bath, go to the spa, listen to some music or even watch a film. Try and engage with some activities that you enjoy!

Technology

Try to limit the time you spend on your phone, tablet or computer and spend some more time enjoying nature instead of watching the TV.