Five Ways to Wellbeing

A program designed to boost mental health and wellbeing through five evidence-based strategies: Connect, Be Active, Take Notice, Keep Learning, and Give. Grounded in positive psychology, this program encourages small, consistent actions to improve overall mental health and life satisfaction.

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Program Modules

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Connect

Strengthen your connections with family, friends, colleagues, and neighbours. Invest time in meaningful interactions. Strong connections are cornerstones of a fulfilling life.

Talk to Someone

Daily

Instead of sending an email, have a conversation. Speak to someone new or check in with someone you know. Use the 5 Whys technique to delve deeper and build rapport.

β€œInstead of sending an email, talk to someone.”

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Arrange a Catch-Up

Weekly

Schedule time to meet with friends or family. Plan the catch-up at the start of the week to avoid procrastination. Consider using a shared calendar to improve commitment.

β€œArrange a catch up with friends.”

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Join a Club

Weekly

Join a group of people who share a common interest. Research local groups and attend a trial session to assess compatibility. Use social media to discover and connect with communities.

β€œJoin a club or group of people who share a common interest.”

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Be Active

Find ways to be active every day, whether it's a walk, run, gardening or dancing. Physical activity positively affects mood and reduces stress.

Go for a Walk

Daily

Take a walk outside. Use a habit tracker to visualize progress and maintain consistency.

β€œGo for a walk or a run”

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Do Some Gardening

Weekly

Spend some time gardening. Prepare the gardening tools in advance to minimize barriers to action.

β€œDo some gardening”

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Take Notice

Be present in the moment and pay attention to the world around you, including nature, people, and your thoughts and feelings. Mindfulness helps to appreciate the here and now.

Notice Nature

Daily

Pay attention to the beauty of nature around you. Use a mindful breathing technique to enhance sensory awareness.

β€œPay attention to the world around you: nature, people, your thoughts and feelings.”

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Savour the Moment

Daily

Take time to truly enjoy a pleasurable experience. Focus on the sensations and emotions associated with the moment.

β€œSavour the moment”

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Keep Learning

Learn new skills or information about topics that interest you. Continuous learning boosts confidence and self-esteem.

Try Something New

Weekly

Step outside your comfort zone and try a new activity. Start with small, manageable steps to reduce overwhelm.

β€œtrying something new”

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Sign up for a Course

Monthly

Enroll in a course that interests you. Research and compare course options before committing. Consider a free trial.

β€œsigning up for a course”

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Give

Perform small acts of kindness for other people. Altruism and generosity create positive feelings and increase life satisfaction.

Do Something Nice

Daily

Do something nice for a friend or a stranger. Start with simple gestures and observe the positive impact.

β€œDo something nice for a friend or a stranger”

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Thank Someone

Daily

Express your gratitude to someone. Focus on the specific actions or qualities you appreciate.

β€œThank someone”

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