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Easier ways to manage stress

Carol in Gillingham

“I found my way walking up a hill.”

I can just grab my trainers and get away from it all. By getting out walking a couple of times a week, I feel more energetic, less stressed and ready for anything.

Carol in Gillingham, as pictured above

There are certain times and situations in life that can cause stress. Whether it is your health, moving house, money matters, family or work issues, stress can impact on your health and wellbeing in many different ways.

For some advice to help improve your well-being visit Live it Well website.

 

Stress can be so consuming that you take less interest in yourself and fall into unhealthy habits and routines. A healthy lifestyle can make it easier to manage and reduce stress.

Find out about the five ways to well-being which national research has shown can help people feel better and protect them against anxiety and depression.

If you or someone you know needs support, speak your your GP or use the ‘Find your way’ link on the left to find help locally.

Visit the Time to Change website to find out more about how to stop mental health discrimination. 

For the lastest news and events from all of the teams under A Better Medway visit our News page.

 

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