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5 Steps to boost your mental wellbeing
Below are five things that, according to research, can really help to boost our mental wellbeing:
- Connect – connect with the people around you: your family, friends, colleagues and neighbours. Spend time developing these relationships.
Why not look at our befriending services?
- Be active – you don't have to go to the gym. Take a walk, go cycling or play a game of football. Find an activity that you enjoy and make it a part of your life.
Get involved in some of our sports events and clubs.
- Keep learning – learning new skills can give you a sense of achievement and a new confidence. So why not sign up for that cooking course, start learning to play a musical instrument, or figure out how to fix your bike?
See our many options for learning and training.
- Give to others – even the smallest act can count, whether it's a smile, a thank you or a kind word. Larger acts, such as volunteering at your local community centre, can improve your mental wellbeing and help you build new social networks.
Giving could be anything, if you'd like to donate time see our volunteering listings. If you'd like to donate something physical, perhaps try a foodbank or donation centre.
- Be mindful – be more aware of the present moment, including your thoughts and feelings, your body and the world around you. Some people call this awareness "mindfulness". It can positively change the way you feel about life and how you approach challenges.
If you'd like to try mindfullness or something like Yoga or Pilates, see our listings.
Steps provided by the NHS.
Who can help me if I am feeling low?
You may find that talking to your GP will be helpful if you are feeling low of mood emotional and tired.
You can self refer to the Cornwall Mental Health Team on 0845 2077711.
You can also self refer to Outlook Southwest on 01208 871905.
Alternatively, there are a number of agencies who you can talk to who may be able to help and support you.
Further information can be found on the NHS Website.
My physical health is deteriorating, who can help me?
If you feel that your physical health is deteriorating, you must contact your GP or NHS Direct on 101 to assess you.
If you feel your health issue is life threatening, do not hesitate to dial 999.