5 Healthy Habits for Everyday Life

April 7, 2025
The 7th of April brings around World Mental Health Day once again! Health is a broad topic that can be overwhelming and intimidating to many people, making it seem hard to maintain on top of your work, social life, and family duties. However, there are 5 healthy habits you can incorporate into your daily routine to maintain a healthy lifestyle.  

Sleep like it’s a priority!  
Health and sleep go hand in hand, and to feel your best you need to ensure you get a good night’s sleep.  

A good night’s sleep allows your body to rest and recharge for the following day, boosting both your physical and mental health. To ensure your get a good night’s rest, consider creating a sleep pattern where you go to sleep and wake up at the same every day. 

While it’s tempting to scroll on your phone or binge watch TV, sticking to a sleep routine helps your body get into a pattern and boosts your mood.  

Prep like a meal master  

Healthy meals are time consuming to make, and takeout often feels like the easiest solution after a long day’s work. This is great occasionally; however, they do lack the nutrients your body needs which is where meal prepping comes in!  

Meal prepping just once a week allows you to keep on track of eating healthy lunches and dinners, boosting both your physical and mental wellbeing, as a balanced diet is linked to improving mood and boosting energy. 

Sweat in snippets! 

A full body workout everyday can be overwhelming, but the trick is not to focus on getting in a 2-hour workout every day! 

Instead aim for 10 minutes here and there, like walking on your lunch breaks or stretching in between work tasks. Even wearing ankle weights while cooking will allow you to be exercising while doing daily tasks! 

Working out in small bursts is a good way to maintain your physical health and is also seen to boost your mood. 

Drink up buttercup! 

Aim to drink a litre of water a day.  

It’s a simple task that’s easy to forget, but a simple trick is to take a sip every time you pick up your phone. 

This creates a habit of drinking water every time you’re scrolling on TikTok or texting someone and will help you reach your hydration goal. It’s important to drink water as it helps maintain a healthy body and maintain its functions, so it’s time to drink up buttercup! 

Pause and breathe 

If you’re busy working all day, it’s easy to forget to check in with yourself. 

To solve this problem, set health breaks on your phone that will remind you every few hours. 

Take just 5 minutes to step away - go for a quick walk or pause to breathe and recharge. It’s a simple way to look after your wellbeing throughout the day and get you moving a little bit, so you’re not stuck in same spot all day. 

Good Wellbeing Starts Today 

With such a busy schedule, maintaining your health can be an afterthought. However, these 5 healthy habits aim to incorporate looking after one’s physical and mental health into your daily routine. 

Download the Supportive Mind app to prioritise your wellbeing

In today’s fast-paced world, finding time for yourself can be tough. The Supportive Mind is here to change that. With features designed to help you stay active, track your mood, and access personalised wellness resources, our app is the perfect companion to ensure your mental and physical health come first. Download today: https://www.mhfa.org.au/supportive-mind

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