Wellbeing Tips

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Free eBook: Wellbeing Guide
In this free eBook, we explore 14 ways you can boost your physical and mental wellbeing as you get older.
Wellbeing Tip: Give more hugs
Cuddles encourage your body to release oxytocin, a neurotransmitter often dubbed the ‘love hormone’. It plays a key role in bonding, and helps you and the lucky recipient feel cool, calm and collected.
Wellbeing Tip: Smile more!
When we smile, our bodies release all sorts of feel-good chemicals that benefit our health and happiness. So even if you’ve had a woeful Wednesday, crack a smile just for the sake of it! Laughing does wonders for the body, too! Click the link to find out how.
Wellbeing Tip: Make friends with pets
Spending time with animals has been shown to lower the stress hormone and stimulate feelings of happiness. If you haven’t got a pet, visit some farm animals or take a trip to the zoo!
Wellbeing Tip: Stay stimulated
Wellbeing Tip // Mentally stimulating activities help your brain build new cells and strengthen connections. Working on something particularly challenging can kick things up a notch, so whip out the crossword or get stuck into some Ikea instructions!
Wellbeing Tip: Live in the moment
Be more aware of the here and now. Be present, put your phone down, and really take in the beauty of what’s around you.
Wellbeing Tip: Appreciate music
We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again – music and wellbeing work in harmony!
Wellbeing Tip: Don't hold a grudge
Try to forgive and forget – especially the petty stuff. Holding a grudge holds you and your happiness back, so learn to let go of unnecessary anger and stress.
Wellbeing Tip: Say something
If there’s something on your chest, let it out. Don’t be scared to say sorry, ask for forgiveness or speak the truth.
Wellbeing Tip: Get your protein!
Muscle mass is made up of protein. As we age, we lose a fair bit of muscle mass, so it’s important to have enough protein in the diet. If you don’t eat meat or dairy, try eating more beans and nuts – they’re packed full of the good stuff! 🍴
Wellbeing Tip: Plan an adventure
Having something to look forward to is a great way to boost happiness. It could be a mini-getaway or a full blown pilgrimage – if you have time up your sleeve, then by all means plan it!
Wellbeing Tip: Stay social
Social engagement is not only good for our personal wellbeing; it’s also beneficial for brain health. So take the lead and plan a catch-up, join a book club or simply talk more to those around you 💬
Wellbeing Tip: Maintain posture
With bad posture comes back pain, tension, circulation problems, headaches and a whole host of other things. So do what your teacher told you and sit up straight!
Wellbeing Tip: Set small goals
It’s all about the little wins. So be realistic with your goals, and take it step by step. Rome wasn’t built in a day!
Wellbeing Tip: Stress less
Chronic stress is a no-no for wellbeing. Make sure you address whatever is stressing you out and take some time to relax. Zone out in a bubble bath, grab a colouring-in book or listen to music – whatever works for you.