GroceryAid offers a range of free and confidential financial, emotional and practical support which provide you with the tools to improve your wellbeing, including free access to an online health and wellbeing platform, from GroceryAid partner RightSteps.
Taking the time to look after your mental health and wellbeing can help you successfully overcome difficulties, feel more positive and get the most out of life.
Our partner, Rightsteps provides five practical ways to help create a health work-life balance and prioritise your wellbeing.
Practice mindfulness
Embracing mindful approaches to your wellbeing can be a great way to manage stress, improve focus and embrace a sense of calm. This could be as simple as dedicating a few minutes each day to sit quietly, focusing on your breath and trying to let go of racing thoughts. You can practice mindfulness here.
Consider a digital detox
Logging off at the end of the day, setting boundaries when it comes to screen time and allowing yourself to disconnect can work wonders for your wellbeing. Try to dedicate time to look up from your phone, unwind and focus on in person interactions or activities that you enjoy.
Be realistic
Focus on forming realistic healthy habits and routines, as opposed to trying to completely transform your lifestyle. For example, rather than starting a new strict fad diet, try prioritising nutrition and hydration, perhaps get into the routine of meal prepping your work lunch the night before or tracking your water intake.
Move
Try to create a consistent, but realistic, exercise routine alongside work and other responsibilities. Remember that any amount of movement and exercise is beneficial to our overall wellbeing.
Incorporating more movement into your routine, could be as simple as going for a lunch time walk. Most importantly, when it comes to getting active, remember that everyone has different preferences so try to do what you enjoy, that way you’re more likely to stick to it.
Learn something new
Engage your mind and stimulate personal growth by learning a new skill or taking up a hobby away from work. Whether it’s a new language, a musical instrument or something creative, the act of learning can better your wellbeing by gaining a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction.
Finally, remember that your wellbeing is a continuous journey, so it’s important to tailor lifestyle changes and practices to suit you.
For immediate, free and confidential, emotional support, the GroceryAid Helpline is available at any time of the day or night. Call 08088 021 122 to speak to a qualified counsellor.
