Help your brain help you
Practice Mindfulness
Practice mindfulness techniques to stay present and manage stress and anxiety more effectively.
Prioritize Sleep
Make sleep a priority – aim for at least 7 hours each night. Consider using a sleep journal to monitor your rest and its quality.
Be Nice To Yourself
Be gentle with yourself and replace negative thoughts with positive affirmations.
Manage Your Stress
Explore healthy stress-management strategies to stay calm under pressure.
Build Mental Toughness
Build your mental toughness to help you navigate and adjust to life's ups and downs.
Challenge Yourself
Challenge yourself by trying something new, like learning a few phrases in a different language.
Stick To A Morning Routine
Establish a morning routine that sets a positive tone for the day and is easy to follow.
Practice Regular Cleaning Habits
Create a regular cleaning habit. Even just five minutes a day can help clear both your space and your mind.
Take a break from technology
Set Time Aside
Set aside time each day to be screen-free, whether it’s before breakfast, after dinner, or while enjoying a meal.
Write Or Sketch
Try writing or sketching, even if it’s just for a few minutes each day.
Read Something
Pick up a book and lose yourself in a new subject, revisit an old favorite, or try a children’s book for something light and fun.
Disconnect From Screens
Unplug and stimulate your mind through activities like arts and crafts, puzzles, games, exercise, meditation, taking a relaxing bath, or enjoying music.
Find Fellowship
Join a group or community that aligns with your faith or spiritual beliefs.
Offer Assistance
Lend a hand to someone who could use help – and don’t be afraid to ask for support when you need it.
Enjoy Fresh Air
Step outside and soak up some sunshine and fresh air for a natural mood lift.
Get A(nother) Houseplant
Care for a houseplant to bring a little greenery into your home.
Volunteer With Animals
Volunteer at a local animal shelter to help care for animals in need.
Practice a breathing exercise
Cyclic Breathing
Breathe in through your nose, hold for a moment, then take a quick second inhale to fully fill your lungs. Exhale gently through your nose.
Square Breathing
Inhale slowly for a count of 4, hold for 4, exhale for 4, and pause for 4. Repeat this cycle several times.
Alternate Nostril Breathing (Pranayama)
Close your right nostril with your thumb, and inhale through the left. Then, switch to hold the left nostril and exhale through the right. Inhale through the right, and then switch again. Continue as long as you feel comfortable.
Guided Meditation
Try listening to a guided meditation for relaxation and focus.
Focus on how you want to feel, not numbers
Pick Up A Hobby
Take up a new hobby or rekindle an old interest.
Get Active
Check out our Are You Staying Active page for inspiration.
Make Time For Yourself
Make time for yourself and focus on your well-being.
Have A Laugh
Enjoy some comedy by watching a funny show or listening to a podcast. Laughter is great for reducing stress.
Listen To Music
Play your favorite tunes to boost your mood.
Keep A Gratitude Journal
Jot down something you're thankful for each day, even if it's just one thing.
Prioritize Healthcare
Visit your healthcare provider regularly to discuss your health goals and any challenges you're facing. If you don’t have a primary care physician and are in search of one you can find one here.
More resources & support
- Mindfulness Exercises
- Breathing Exercises To Reduce Stress & Anxiety
- How to Cope with Stress
- Emotional Wellness Toolkit
- Social Media and Your Mental Health
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