Physical wellbeing
- Regular meals and water
- Consistent sleep
- Safe physical activity
- Medical care when needed
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Self-Care and Daily Wellbeing
Healthy daily practices that support emotional, physical, social and digital wellbeing.
Educational information: This page supports awareness and self-help. It does not diagnose a condition or replace assessment by a qualified health professional.
What self-care means
Self-care includes practical actions that support health and wellbeing. It can help a person recover from ordinary stress and maintain healthy routines. It is not a substitute for professional treatment, prescribed medicine or emergency support.
Build a balanced routine
Emotional wellbeing
- Name your feelings
- Journal or reflect
- Take healthy breaks
- Practise self-kindness
Social wellbeing
- Stay connected
- Ask for help
- Set respectful boundaries
- Spend time with supportive people
Digital wellbeing
- Take screen breaks
- Mute harmful content
- Avoid constant comparison
- Protect your privacy
Seven-day wellbeing check
For seven days, briefly record your sleep, meals, movement, mood, one enjoyable activity, one supportive connection and any help you need. Look for patterns without judging yourself.
Download the seven-day plannerWhen self-care is not enough
Professional support may be needed when distress continues, becomes more severe, interferes with daily life or creates a safety concern. Self-care and professional support can be used together.