What does wellbeing mean to you?

Wellbeing definition: a state of comfortable, healthy or happy.

For me wellbeing isn’t just one or the other, rather than an culmination of mental and physical wellness within a healthy nurturing in environment.

I’ve come to realise that a balance of the the all above is important in contributing to my wellbeing.

The balancing of many factors can contribute to a positive state of mind. Which can include but not limited to balancing work life, family commitments and hobbies.

Where some of these are not in our control, our reaction to them is….

So you had a stressful day at work, caused by high workloads and unrealistic expectations.

In this situations, there are 2 choices, let the day effect the rest of the evening which then spills over into family time and writing off the remaining hours before bed. OR take charge of the way you react and feel and decide to let the day brush over you, just like water off a ducks back.

How you say?

Well, decide that what ever day you had, will not effect your mood and the best way is to give the events and day zero thought. Instead look forward to the rest of the evening.

Plan something exciting, either a dinner the family love or can get involved with.

A long relaxing and calming aromatherapy bath. Snuggling on the sofa, lighting your favourite candles with a glass of what ever tickles your fancy.

It can be anything that makes your soul sing. With practise it will become easier and second nature, I speak from experience.

Sometimes what also gets me through a bumpy day are little pieces of happiness, from an aromatherapy roll, my favourite smelling hand cream, that perfume that just reminds me of holiday or cuddles with my cat. (Especially with working from home hehe) These are just some of my ways to get re focused to that happy place no matter what is happening around me.

I’ve found that has a routine has really helped structure my day, preventing room for any unhealthy thoughts, snacking and boredom, especially during lockdown.

I have started working out 5 times a day, having a break during the week and 1 day at the weekend, this way I feel well rested. A physical activity can be whatever you enjoy. A gym type workout isn’t for everyone. Try yoga, dancing and even gardening. Yes, I did say gardening. Don’t knock it until you tried it, it can be quite tiring, who would have thought how much of a work out those thighs and arms get just by weeding.

Finally ensuring your home reflects a little joy back to you. Have fun doing some simple re decorating. It doesn’t have to be expensive, buying a large plant and wall art wall art can make all the difference to a room. Even adding some lovely candles and candle holders to cosy up any evening.

I try my bed to keep the bedroom clean and tidy, tidy room and tidy mind is a true saying, well for me anyway. I find myself having a better night sleep.

Also some small actions in the morning, such as making the bed, folding the clothes and keeping the kitchen clean really sets my day up. These are within your control and can really make a difference to the way you feel.