It might sound like a strange term, but a toolkit for your wellbeing is a set of skills, strategies, and resources that you can rely on at any time to help you stay on top of your own wellbeing. The most important thing to keep in mind is that the toolkit is an ongoing process. So, here are some important things to help you build your own!
1. GET ENOUGH SLEEP
Set a consistent sleep schedule. Reduce screen time before bed.
Exercise regularly, but not right before bedtime.
2. EAT A BALANCED DIET
A balanced diet is key to good health. A balanced diet includes a variety of foods, plenty of fruits and vegetables and staying away from processed foods.
Staying physically active is a great way to improve your sleep, diet and mental wellbeing. Find an activity that you enjoy and make it part of your routine. For example, if you love playing football with friends in the park on weekends then make sure that this is part of your weekly schedule. You could also try teaming up with a friend or colleague for regular gym sessions or jogging around the neighborhood together each morning before work. Set achievable goals so that they don’t feel like too much of an effort - perhaps aim for 10 minutes at first? Once this feels comfortable then increase the amount of time spent exercising until eventually reaching 30 minutes per session (or more).
4. MANAGING STRESS AND IMPROVING MENTAL WELLBEING
Stress can take a toll on both your mental and physical health. In fact, stress has been linked to everything from depression to heart disease. Stress is often caused by external factors such as work or family obligations, but it’s also important to consider the internal causes of stress that may be affecting your life.
Practice mindfulness. Mindfulness is a form of meditation that involves focusing on the present moment, rather than worrying about the past or future. It can be helpful for improving mental wellbeing because it helps you to be more aware of how you’re feeling in the moment, which can help reduce stress and anxiety.
5. MAKING TIME FOR SELF-CARE
Get plenty of rest. Sleep is a vital component of self-care, and it’s important to get enough sleep every night. This means going to bed at a reasonable hour and waking up at the same time every day—even on weekends! If you're having trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, try using techniques such as meditation or relaxation exercises before bedtime.