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Between juggling work, relationships, and hobbies it’s important to find balance in your day-to day life.

Achieving balance helps maintain overall wellbeing including our physical, mental, emotional, and social health.

Balancing different aspects of our lives such as work, relationships, and hobbies prevents burnout and promotes a sense of fulfilment.

Make time for yourself:

  • Sing in the shower
  • Do some retail therapy
  • Listen to a podcast
  • Dance around the kitchen
  • Have a relaxing bath
  • Read a book
  • Cook a meal

Make time for your family:

  • Go for a walk
  • Watch a film
  • Play a board game
  • Bake something seasonal
  • Read a bedtime story

Make time for your friends:

  • Meet for tea or coffee
  • Play video games
  • Do a video call
  • Go out for dinner
  • Organise something creative

Be real with how you feel – self-refer today.

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If you are suffering from anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, low mood or excessive worry, NHS Talking Therapies can provide you with advice, guidance and support.

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