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Five ways to wellbeing during recovery
Hear from the Mental Health Foundation about how the Five Ways to Wellbeing can support your recovery - and why connection can make the biggest difference when you're healing.
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Video is of Kylie Ryan from the Mental Health Foundation talking to camera.
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Kia ora!
The Five Ways to Wellbeing are a set of simple everyday actions
proven to help you find balance, feel your best and improve your wellbeing.
They are
give,
take notice,
keep learning,
be active,
connect.
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Give
Take notice
Keep learning
Be active
Connect
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Why connection matters during recovery
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It’s not always easy to stay connected during recovery,
but connection comes in many shapes and sizes,
and small steps can make a big difference.
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At home
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At home you could share a meal with your whānau
or ask a friend to drop by for a chat.
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At work
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At work, it could be checking in with your manager or teammates,
being on lighter duties or reduced hours,
or even stopping by for morning tea with your team.
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At play
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If sport is usually your outlet,
try supporting your team from the sidelines.
Just catching up socially,
or doing parts of the training that you can
– ask your healthcare professional if you’re not sure.
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In the community
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In your wider community,
you could attend a local event,
join a group online,
or volunteer in a way that fits your recovery.
So while your body is healing,
remember to look after your mental wellbeing as well.
Staying connected can help you recover stronger,
and get back to what matters, sooner.
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Get back to what matters, sooner.
The Five Ways to Wellbeing
Connect
Connection comes in many shapes and sizes. Even small interactions can help you feel supported and stay motivated.
Be active
Gentle movement, like walking or stretching, supports both your physical and mental wellbeing during recovery.
Give
Helping others, through kindness or volunteering, can boost happiness and your overall sense of wellbeing.
Take notice
Paying attention to the present moment can help you feel calmer and more in control.
Take notice, me aro tonu | Mental Health Foundation
Keep learning
Trying something new or building on what you know can give you a sense of progress and purpose.
Connection in everyday life
At home
Share a meal with whānau or ask a friend to drop by for a chat. Small moments of connection can make a big difference.
At work
Check in with your manager or teammates, join morning tea, or stay involved through alternative duties.
At play
Support your team from the sidelines, catch up socially, or do what you can - ask your healthcare provider what’s safe.
In the community
Join a local event, connect online, or volunteer in a way that fits your recovery. You don’t need grand gestures - just small steps.
