12 Great Ways to Celebrate National Wellness Month

12 tips that will help you achieve an overall wellness

1. Invest in fitness:

Invest daily 30 minutes into fitness as exercising regularly will boost your energy levels, reduce mental stress, increase flexibility and strength, and help with pain management as well. Pick up any exercise such as walking, cycling, jogging, swimming, or running.

2. Ditch junk food:

Junk foods and sugary products are loaded with calories. Instead, choose a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, grains, nuts as it is not only healthy, but also keeps you energised all through the day. For sweet cravings, you can choose fruits or yoghurt rather than sugary sweets.

3. Pamper yourself:

Make this National Wellness Month all about self-love and get a massage as this will help not only help to reduce stress and anxiety but will also reduce inflammation and promote overall physical and mental wellbeing.

4. Have enough water:

Make sure you drink 8-10 glasses of water daily as it will help in digestion and even makes your skin healthy and glowing.

5. Take out time to unwind:

Having a day out with friends or going on a holiday or pampering yourself by a spa will help you relax and rejuvenate.

6. Take a break from gadgets:

Disconnecting from gadgets for some time in a day is needed for physical and mental wellbeing. Also, put your phone away one hour before going to bed so that your brain gets prepared for sleep.

7. Get enough sleep:

Getting undisturbed and adequate amount of sleep every night is as important as eating healthy and exercising as lack of sleep can lead to depression, anxiety, irritability and weaken your immune system. It can also increase the risk of heart diseases, stroke, blood pressure, and diabetes.

8. Practice deep breathing/meditation:

Meditation and deep breathing techniques are great ways to calm your mind and help you cope with stress.

9. Get closer to nature:

Take out some time to go for a walk in the park, or to the beach or even go hiking as this can be extremely relaxing. It can even help to lower blood pressure, improve your memory and boost your mood.

10. Stay connected with friends and family:

Being among people with whom you are close or comfortable can be an instant mood booster. Calling up family/friends, even if it is for 5 minutes, can have a positive impact on your mood.

11. Engage in hobbies:

Every day, indulge in a hobby of some sort, such as playing an instrument, outdoor sport, or gardening. This is a great way to de-stress yourself.

12. Identify triggers that cause stress:

The best way to deal with stress is to identify the triggers or the root cause of your stress and manage it. If required, get help from an expert.