Taking time in your day to schedule pleasant activities not only gives you a chance to refresh and gather your thoughts, but it helps to practice Mindful behaviour, controlled breathing, and trigger the ‘Feel Good’ neurotransmitter (refer to these sections above). Below is a list of ideas that you can do, although you are encouraged to add to this list with your own ideas.
- Doing crossword puzzles
- Gardening
- Dressing up and looking nice
- Buying things for myself
- Talking on the phone
- Going to a favourite park
- Listening or singing to your favourite music
- Getting a massage
- Saying “I love you” to a partner of friend
- Thinking about your good qualities
- Going for a walk, jog or run
- Learning a new skill or hobby
- Sitting in a café
- Thinking about becoming active in the community
- Doing something new
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