Employee Health & Wellbeing

1. Five Ways To Have
Good Mental Health
Connect
Connect with people around you . With family, friends, colleagues and neighbours.
Engaged with your community wherever you are, home or work. Think of these as
cornerstones of your life and invest time and energy into building and developing
them. Building these connections will support and enrich you every day.
Be Active
Step outside. Play a game in the garden. Go for a walk or a run, cycle or go dancing.
Exercise makes you feel good. Make sure you chose a physical activity that you enjoy
and suits your mobility as well as your life style.
Take Notice
Be curious. Catch sight of the world around you be aware of it and its beauty. Look for
the unusual. Notice the changes in the seasons. Savour the moment, whether you’re
walking to work, eating your lunch or talking to friends and family. Reflect on your
experiences and it will help you to appreciate what matters to you.
Keep Learning
It maybe trying something new or revisiting an old interest or hobby. Sign up for a
course. Set yourself a challenge you will enjoy and achieve. Learning new things will
make you more confident.
Give
Do something for a friend or a stranger. Thank someone. Smile. Volunteer or join a
community group. Look out toward others as well as looking in. Recognise that your
own happiness can come from giving to others .This can be rewarding and will
establish a connection with people around you.

2. Five Ways To Have
Good Physical Health
Better Sleep
Sleep is often seen as the key to good heath. When sleep is good everything becomes
better. We have more energy, better moods and multiple health benefits. It is essential
to long term health and wellbeing yet for many of us it’s become our Achilles Heel.
Spending time and effort to build a bedtime routine will help to maximise your sleep
wake cycles.
Increased Energy
Having daily energy should be more than just getting by, we should be able to thrive.
This means waking up feeling refreshed, having the energy to be productive at work
and the motivation to do the things you enjoy outside of work. Learn how to fuel
yourself effectively and balance your blood sugar levels.
Healthy Eating
Eating a healthy diet isn’t about being on a diet. It’s about fuelling yourself with
healthy, nutrient rich food that will enable your body to work to the best of its ability. As
for all the tasty treats like chocolate, wine, sweets and cakes, done give them up and be
miserable, just moderate.
Physical Activity
Physical Activity isn’t just about formal exercise. We can be active any way we want,
from walking the dog to cleaning to music. Being physically active has huge benefits
ranging from cardiovascular health to musculoskeletal and metabolism to mental
health.
Health Checks
Keeping a track of your health is good practice and can help you to identify the early
signs of ill health. Whether its a workplace health check, a visit to your GP or at your
local health club knowing your vital statistics is always a good idea.

3. Tips For Mental
Wellbeing
Workout Your Brain
Keep A Mood Journal
Talk To People
Practice Daily Mindfulness & Relaxation
Eat A Healthy Balanced Diet
Be Genuine About Your Feelings
Get Organised & Plan Your Week
“Mental Illness Is Nothing To Be
Ashamed Of, Neither Is Talking About It.”
Be Physically Active

4. Tips For Better
Sleep
Manage Stress
Restrict Device Use
Limit Caffeine After 2pm
Stay Hydrated
Consume Food Rich In Tryptophan
Build A Bedtime Routine
Time You Need
To Be Asleep
Time You Need
To Be In Bed
What Will
Relax You?
When Will You Turn
Off Your Phone?
Keep The Bedroom Cool - 18.5℃
Exercise Daily

5. Tips For
More Energy
Balance Blood Sugar Levels
Step Outside On Your Break
Enjoy A Brew, But Don’t Use It For Energy
Stay Hydrated
Limit Refined Sugary Foods
Have Regular Wake Up & Bed Times
Exercise Daily
Plan Your Meals & Snacks
“Having Energy Is The Difference
Between Getting By & Thriving!”

6. Tips For
Moving Better
Include Strength Training In Your Regime
Keep Control Of Your Weight
Walk On Your Lunch Break
Don’t Stay Seated For More Than 60 Min
Complete Stretches To Avoid Imbalances
Set Up An Ergonomic Work Station
Invest In A Good Mattress
“Every Journey Begins With A
Single Step.”
Take Regular Breaks When Driving

7. Tips For
Good Health
Don’t Put Off Visiting Your GP
Wash Your Hands Regularly
Keep Control of Your Weight
Take Notice of What Comes Out!
Have An Annual Flu Vaccination
“Health Is The Real Wealth!”
Eat Food That Nourishes You
Quit Smoking
Immunise As Recommended By A GP

8. Tips For
Feeling Great
Write Down What You’re Thankful For
Do Something Weekly Thats Just For You!
Make A Playlist Of Songs That Energise You
Enlighten Yourself Through Reading
Make A List of Why You’re Awesome
Spend Time Outdoors
Treat Yourself
Have An Internet Free Day
“Love Yourself & Everything Else
Will Follow!”