• Sleep helps your body and mind to recover. Try to get 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night.
• • When you rest well, you will have more energy to cope with tomorrow’s challenges.
• If you are having trouble sleeping, try to go to sleep and wake up at the same time each day. It will be difficult at the start, but over time, your body will adjust.
• Keep screens away before bedtime and relax with something calming, for example, reading or light stretching.

Regular exercise can help you manage stress and improve your mood. You do not need to do intense exercise to see a difference. 

• Start small with a 20 to 30-minute walk each day. You can take the stairs or walk to a further bus stop.
  • You can also take a 10-minute walk in the morning, during lunch, and in the evening. These small steps add up to 30 minutes by the end of the day.
• If you are able to, you can aim for an hour of exercise three times a week.

When we are stressed, we might forget to eat our meals regularly or eat too much. Try to have regular meals and eat different types of food. Eating well gives your body the energy you need each day.

• If you are not eating enough, start small. Even a light snack or a small meal at regular times is a good first step.
• If you find that you are eating too much, try to slow down and pay attention to how much you are eating. Having meals at regular times can also help, as you will be less likely to eat out of stress.

Having a schedule can help you feel more stable when there are changes to your routine. A simple structure to your day, for example, waking up, eating and sleeping at regular times, can be helpful.

• Healthy habits take time and effort to form, and what works for another person may not work for you. 
• Be patient with yourself as you find out what work best for you. Try not to be too hard on yourself if you do not get it right away. 
• Be kind to yourself as you work through changes, this will help keep you going.