1... Get Digging
Gardening is one of the most relaxing and rewarding forms of exercise. You’ll be out in the fresh air, keeping active and reducing your stress with every weed you pull. If flowers aren’t really your thing, then why not consider planting some vegtables and herbs. You’ll be able to use them in your cooking and you’ll save a fortune instead of buying them from your supermarket.

2... Dress for Happiness 
 No, this is not encouragement to indulge in power-dressing. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. Consider adding some new colourful items to your wardrobe that will bring a smile to your face. Pinks, yellows and light blues are all clours that are known to instantly lift our mood, so by adding a little splash of colour you’ll be sure to brighten up your day! 

 

 

 

 

3... Keep a Diary
It’s good to talk, but sometimes it’s just not possible. Instead of venting your anger and frustration up inside, talk to yourself! Keep a diary and write in everything that is on your mind. It’s a very constructive and positive form of release and it’s nice to be able to look back on different stages of your life to keep in check with how you are. The good thing is that you can say anything you want and you don’t have to worry about your secrets getting out.

4... Get Up Late
Have a lie-in. That Saturday morning lie-in is precious to most of us, but what if you could enjoy it mid-week, without feeling too guilty. If you can, try varying your work hours to break your usual routine. Perhaps you can ask your boss if it’s okay to work late one evening a week so that you start at a later time too. Changing from your usual routines can make you feel more in control of your life and not governed by the clock. And those extra few hours in bed will make you feel much better too!

5... Set goals with deadlines
In order to achieve your goals, you must set yourself some realistic deadlines. Instead of saying ‘I wish I could drive’, map out a deadline for yourself that says ‘Next week I will book driving lessons and by Christmas I will have saved enough to buy a car’. Make that dream holiday a reality by doing your research on ideal destinations, talking to your boss about holidays and planning your savings. Soon it will all fall together and you’ll be jetting off into the sunset.

6... Budget
It’s not untrue to say that most of us worry about money throughout our lives. No matter how hard we work, there are always bills to pay and by the end of the month, things can get a little tight. Instead of stressing yourself out over money, why not make a budget instead. Spend an evening evaluating your finances and work out a realistic savings plan for the future. It will literally take a weight off of your mind just knowing that you have a plan in place and before long, you’ll have a nice little nest-egg too!

7... It's a Balancing Act
If you’re trying to eat healthily, balance your food choices - don’t eat too much of any one thing. You don’t have to give up foods like burgers, chips and ice cream to eat healthy. You just have to be smart about how often and how much of them you eat. Your body needs nutrients like protein, carbohydrates, fat and many different vitamins and minerals such as vitamins C and A, iron and calcium from a variety of foods. Balancing your food choices will give you a more rounded way of getting all your vitamins and minerals. Remember – eating too much of anything is bad for you; the key to success is in the balance.

8... Sweeter Health
Did you know that honey can help to lower cholesterol, allows your brain to function better and it’s a great moisturiser too! When accompanied by mild water, honey diffuses into the bloodstream in just seven minutes. Its free sugar molecules make the brain function better since the brain is the largest consumer of sugar. Researchers have recently discovered that honey slows the oxidation of ‘bad’ IDL cholesterol, which is responsible for causing arteriosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries. So honey can fight against cholesterol. Honey is also extremely nourishing for the skin and when used as a face pack it helps in rejuvenating the skin leading to the elimination of fine lines and wrinkles!