The 5 Ways to Wellbeing
There are 5 ‘ways to wellbeing’ identified by the New Economics Foundation. These are the 5 things you can do in your life to increase your mental wellbeing.
As we are all asked to socially isolate, and many people feel anxious for the future, these things are more important than ever. Many of our At Home with Aerospace Bristol can help and we also recommend One You South Gloucestershire as an excellent local resource for physical and mental wellbeing.
Be Active
Go for a walk or run. Step outside. Cycle. Play a game. Garden. Dance. Exercising makes you feel good. Most importantly, discover a physical activity you enjoy and that suits your level of mobility and fitness.
Connect
Connect with the people around you. With family, friends, colleagues and neighbours. At home, work, school or in your local community. Think of these as the cornerstones of your life and invest time in developing them. Building these connections will support and enrich you every day.
Give
Do something nice for a friend, or a stranger. Thank someone. Smile. Volunteer your time. Join a community group. Look out, as well as in. Seeing yourself, and your happiness, linked to the wider community can be incredibly rewarding and creates connections with the people around you.
Learn
Try something new. Rediscover an old interest. Sign up for that course. Fix a bike. Learn to play an instrument or how to cook your favourite food. Set a challenge you will enjoy achieving. As well as being fun, learning new things will make you more confident.
Take notice
Catch sight of the beautiful. Remark on the unusual. Notice the changing seasons. Savour the moment, whether you are eating lunch or talking to friends. Be aware of the world around you and what you are feeling. Reflecting on your experiences will help you appreciate what matters to you.
The above definitions of the 5 ways to wellbeing were developed by the New Economics Foundation. They are designed to help individuals incorporate wellbeing into their everyday lives.