Today is the 10th October which is World Mental Health Day, a day where we raise awareness of mental health and how we can look after it. This years theme is 'Mental Health is a Universal Human Right.' Giving us the chance to open up and talk about mental health with either family, friends and colleagues. Whilst knowing how to access support if we are struggling. 

Here at The Recovery College, we will be taking this day to reflect on how we look after our mental health and wellbeing in our everyday lives.

Here are some tips on ways to look after your mental health

• Reaching out to family/friends or someone you trust – This could be like meeting up face to face going for a walk and a cup of coffee, having a chat over the phone or over video call. Talking things through with someone we trust, can make us feel less alone, in addition it may also change the way you feel about the situation when you have talked it through.

• Sleep - Create a routine of what time you go to bed, that way your body will fall into the routine of when to go to bed. To help you relax try listening to some relaxing music, having a bath or meditation. Try to limit your use of electronic devices before bed, as this can disturb your body clock making it harder for you to fall asleep.

• Exercise - Exercise is a great way to not only improve your physical health, but also benefits your mood and wellbeing. The RC Hub has a great selection of resources for 'Improving my physical health.' this includes keep fit videos, apps, podcasts, fitness guides and more.

• Eating healthily - Eating lots of colourful fruit and vegetables, but also making sure you treat yourself too.

• Spending time in nature - This could be going out for a walk or visiting a park with a friend or family member. Doing some gardening to prepare for the spring. Being outside in nature is great for relieving feelings of stress, anxiety and physical health too.

• Hobbies – Whether you're creative, like to read or cook. Hobbies can be a great way to relax and unwind.

Let us know what ways you look after your mental health.

Resources:

About us - Mental Health UK (mentalhealth-uk.org)

Samaritans | Every life lost to suicide is a tragedy | Here to listen

Mental Health Foundation | Good mental health for all

Information & Support - Mind

Over on The RC Hub we are always adding new resources, we have a collection of resources from looking after your mental wellbeing to learning about mental health and so much more!  The RC Hub (therecoverycollege.co.uk)

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