What do you love doing? What activities can you lose yourself in? What did you love doing in the past?
Enjoying yourself helps beat stress. Doing an activity you enjoy probably means you’re good at it and achieving something boosts your self-esteem.
Concentrating on a hobby like gardening or the crossword can help you forget your worries for a while and change your mood.
It can be good to have an interest where you’re not seen as someone’s mum or dad, partner or employee. You’re just you.
An hour of sketching lets you express yourself creatively. A morning on the football pitch gets you active and gives you the chance to meet new people.
Mental Health Foundation
www.mentalhealth.org.uk/your-mental-health/looking-after-your-mental-health/do-something-youre-good
#MHAW17
www.mentalhealth.org.uk/campaigns/mental-health-awareness-week
Mental health help and support services
If you’re experiencing mental health problems or need urgent support, there are lots of places you can go to for help. https://southashford.org.uk/index.php/2017/02/02/time-to-talk/#support