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5 great ways to boost your physical and mental wellbeing

Written by High Life North
Published 29.07.2020

Mental and physical wellbeing is not easy to attain. Many women have stressful jobs and busy lives, and it is not always easy to find time for ourselves. Don’t worry though, we are on hand to provide a few helpful techniques that you can use to work towards a positive state of mental and physical wellbeing.

1. Regular exercise

Exercise is absolutely essential when striving for physical and emotional wellbeing. Once in the routine of exercising regularly, many find that they feel happier and healthier, and it becomes easier to keep up with a regular fitness routine. Start with a run, a swim, or even a long walk, and see if you can keep up a routine of activity at least three or four times a week.

2. Try meditation

Far from an activity just for Buddhist monks, meditation is something that anyone can enjoy. Mindfulness meditation can help to develop a greater understanding of your own thoughts and feelings and can contribute towards a healthy mind. You may find it easier to start with a guided meditation podcast to ease your way in, and after a while it may be possible for you to meditate unguided.

3. Quitting bad habits

Bad habits can be difficult to kick, particularly when they have been happening for a number of years. One of the most common bad habits is smoking, which can be very hard to stop. However, if you do quit smoking you will feel a million times better, both mentally and physically. Many have found success in quitting smoking with the help of nicotine pouches, which give your body a dose of nicotine without the other harmful chemicals found in cigarettes. Tax Free Snus provide nicotine pouches in a number of different flavours, and if you click to see more of their products you’ll notice many are totally tobacco-free.

4. Drink alcohol in moderation

Many of us like a drink and there is no problem with that, but alcohol can be a problem in excess. As humans we struggle to sleep properly when we have been drinking alcohol which can cause problems to our mental wellbeing when we are drinking too often. Alcohol is also a depressant, so drinking alcohol above the recommended weekly amount is likely to contribute towards your mood in a negative fashion. By all means enjoy a drink, but don’t take it too far!

5. Regular sleep pattern

Sleep is an important factor in establishing a healthy body and mind. A sustained sleep pattern has been proven to reduce stress and can also help to lower the chances of any health problems like heart disease or diabetes. Once in a regular routine you will find it easier to be productive in your day to day life, and sleep should come naturally at the same time each night.

You can do it!

Your emotional and physical wellbeing is the most important thing. Remember to stay motivated, and always be mindful of the techniques that you can use to maintain a healthy and happy lifestyle. Good luck!

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