Wellbeing

Manage your Mental Health these Holidays

For some people the holiday season can provide a great boost to your mental health and for others it can do the opposite. Whatever you may be feeling at any time during this break know that it is okay to feel each and every emotion. 

Check out this graphic for some strategies to boost your mental state and mood:

If you feel anxious or stressed, try some of these grounding activities:

• Going for a walk outside in nature, a swim in the ocean or putting your feet in the sand or grass. 
• Listening to music, having a dance, using your energy.
• Having a cold shower or holding an ice cube.
• Deep Breathing exercises or meditations on the Smiling Mind or Headspace Apps.

Or try the activity below:

If you need support with your mental health over the holidays there are several ways to seek help:                                                                                                          

Headspace Colac – 5232 5520         eheadspace.org.au                            

Barwon Children and Youth Triage – 1300 094 187                                                                        Colac Area Health Urgent Care                                                                          

Kids Helpline – 1800 551 800 kidshelpline.com.au                                          

Lifeline – 13 11 14  lifeline.org.au