Develop a wellness toolbox

I have signed up for an online 'happiness' course for sufferers of depression and anxiety. One of the modules suggests that I should create my own Wellness Toolbox.

Today I will be sharing with you, what I will be adding to my toolbox and over the coming weeks, I will come back and cover each Topic.

The idea is to come up with a list of things that you can do for a quick mood boost. Try to include any strategies, activities, or skills that have helped in the past. The more “tools” for coping with depression, the better. Try and implement a few of these ideas each day, even if you’re feeling good.

 Here is my tool list...

Go outside
Read a Good Book, or as much as you can while the kids are distracted
Watch a Funny movie or YouTube clip
Enjoy a warm bath
Do some craft
Sew
Pin stuff on Pinterest

Listen to music
Get a few small tasks done and out of the way
Throw the ball around for the dogs

Write a blog post or journal entry

Go for a coffee and babycino at your favorite cafe


Talk to a friend
Talk to a health care Professional
Guided imagery
Journaling--writing in a notebook
Bake something yummy
Exercise
Take medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal supplements
Attend a support group
Do something "normal" like washing your hair, or going to work


Surround yourself with people who are positive, affirming and loving
Wear something that makes you feel good
Look through old pictures, scrapbooks and photo albums
Do something that makes you laugh
Do something special for someone else
Get some little things done
Repeat positive affirmations


Practice relaxation techniques. A daily relaxation practice can help relieve symptoms of depression, reduce stress, and boost feelings of joy and well-being. Try yoga, deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, or meditation.

What would your Wellness Toolbox Look Like? Have I missed anything in my list?

Thank you for reading and for your support,
Christina