How to improve your mental wellbeing for University Mental Health Day

The 9th of March is University Mental Health Day.
For the occasion, we have written an article with a few tips on what you can do to keep/improve your mental wellbeing.

1. Connect with other people - good relationships are important for your mental wellbeing.

• Arrange a day out with friends you have not seen for a while.
• Try switching off the TV to talk or play a game with your children, friends, or family.
• Make the most of technology to stay in touch with friends and family. Video-chat apps like Skype and FaceTime are useful, especially if you live far apart.

2. Be physically active - Being active is not only great for your physical health and fitness.

• Read about running and aerobic exercises to help get you moving and improve your fitness.
• Read about strength and flexibility exercises to increase muscle strength, improve balance, and reduce joint pain.
• If you are a wheelchair user, read fitness advice for wheelchair users.

3. Learn new skills - Learning new skills can also improve your mental wellbeing

• Try learning to cook something new. Find out about eating a healthy, balanced diet.
• Work on a DIY project, such as fixing a broken bike, garden gate or something bigger. There are lots of free video tutorials online.
• Try new hobbies that challenge you, such as writing a blog, taking up a new sport or learning to paint.

4. Give to others - Acts of giving and kindness can help improve your mental wellbeing

• Asking friends, family or colleagues how they are and really listening to their answer.
• Spending time with friends or relatives who need support or company.
• Offering to help someone you know with DIY or a work project.

5. Get out and explore - Discovering new places can help so here's 10 Things to do In London 

• Science Museum
• Explore Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
• Richmond Park - The Royal Parks
• Sky Garden
• The British Museum
• Museum of London Docklands
• St Paul's Cathedral
• Greenwich Park
• Brick Lane - Street Art and Graffiti
• Sanatan Temple in Wembley