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Self-care and physical health

Physical health is important for good wellbeing

Taking care of yourself and your physical health helps look after your mental health and reduce feelings of stress. Exercise boosts mood and self-esteem. A healthy diet and a good night’s sleep are proven to help you stay well, feel your best and deal with life’s difficulties.

We all lead busy lives, but it’s important to make time to check in with yourself and listen to how you are feeling. Here we outline some free resources to support you and others for being more active, getting better quality sleep and maintaining a healthy diet.

Resources to help you

Explore Mind’s advice on self-care techniques and lifestyle changes that can help manage the symptoms of many mental health problems.

Check out Every Mind Matter's tips on how to fall asleep faster and sleep better

The Mental Health Foundation helpfully outline how diet affects our mental health, and some techniques to help improve our overall mental and physical wellbeing.

Resources to help you support others

Check out the UK’s Eatwell Guide on the NHS website for a detailed menu of ideas on achieving a healthy diet.

Healthy changes start with little changes. Better Health is here with lots of free tools and support.

Learn about Radical Caring in different places and communities across London.