1.Talk to someone

• Being listened to can help you feel supported
• Our local support leaflet and web page can signpost you
• If you are not ready to talk to someone, try journaling, or reflective practice blog.

2.Keep active

• Keeping active is one of the five ways to well-being. Moving for your well-being has a lot of benefits.
• It decreases stress, boosts your mental and physical health
• And it helps with breathing and mindfulness, another one of the five ways to wellbeing

3.Do something you enjoy

• Make time for yourself and do something you enjoy
• Learn more about something you want to improve - the sense of achievement will give you a boost
• If you're not sure where to start, try taking a quiz about what makes you happy, exploring your purpose, or thinking about things you enjoyed earlier in your life.

4.Eat healthily

• This NHS healthy eating web page explores how to eat a balanced diet
• Have fun with your new healthy meals – experiment and try new things!
• You can also request to join the next healthy living, living well course, which touches upon healthy eating and join free weight management programmes

5.Take a break

• It’s OK to make time for yourself
• Have a warm beverage, close your eyes, go for a walk,
• Meditate, or practice being in the moment when doing chores, such as washing up. “A change is as good as a rest!”

6.Acceptance

• Good self-esteem is important for your emotional resilience and can help you cope when things feel difficult
• You can increase your self-esteem by accepting who you are and utilising your strengths
• Accepting your situation can bring peace
• Being honest with yourself when accepting your situation may bring about clarity and empower you to overcome challenges to change your situation too

7.Connect

• Connecting with others is also one of the five ways to wellbeing. It can help build healthy relationships, and laughter improves our mood.
• Try connecting to a friend, relative or neighbour; start a hobby and join groups to meet others with similar interests as you.
• You can connect face-to-face, on the phone, by message, letter or digitally via video call

8.Ask for help

• It’s important to understand when it’s time to get support.
• Your friends and family may be able to help, offer advice or signpost you.
• You can also refer yourself to professional emotional support through your GP, charity or local mental health team, such as HPFT

9.Identify areas that might be preventing good mental health

• Areas could include consistent forms of stress, anxiety, depression, or unresolved mental health challenges
• Addiction or unhealthy habits
• Environmental factors beyond your control

10.Give back

• Doing something for others can help your emotional wellbeing
• It allows you to connect and feel a sense of purpose
• You’ll learn new skills, and you’ll get a sense of achievement