What is it?
- Rest & relaxation are vital for emotional wellbeing.
- Adequate sleep regulates mood & reduces stress.
- Leisure activities offer moments of calm & rejuvenation.
- Help manage stress & maintain emotional balance.
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Description
Rest can be an important strategy for nurturing your emotional wellbeing. Life can be a whirlwind of activity, from school demands to extracurricular activities, social engagements and personal growth. While it’s important to learn new things and pursue your interests, it’s equally crucial to make time for rest and relaxation.
Getting enough sleep and taking breaks to rest can work wonders for your emotional health. Adequate sleep can help to regulate your mood, improve your concentration and reduce feelings of irritability and stress. By recharging your mental and emotional batteries, you can face each day with a clearer mind. Additionally, taking breaks and engaging in leisure activities you enjoy, whether it’s reading a book, listening to music or spending time in nature, can provide essential moments of calm and rejuvenation. These breaks can give your mind a chance to unwind, helping you manage stress and maintain emotional balance during the ups and downs of life.
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Resting is a fundamental part of looking after yourself, necessary for good physical and mental health.
Building rest into your daily routine can:
- Reduce stress and anxiety
- Improve mood
- Improve and maintain physical health
- Improve critical thinking
- Increase empathy and compassion
- Improve the ability to plan for the future
- Improve problem-solving skills
- Provide space for creativity
To learn more about rest and mental health, visit the links below.
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