September 2026
Page updated: 29/05/2026
September 2026
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1. Find a new way to use one of your strengths and talents.
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2. Chose to see mistakes as steps to help you learn.
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3. Remind yourself that you are enough, just as you are.
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4. Write down three things you appreciate about yourself.
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5. Free up time by cancelling any unnecessary plans.
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6. Make time to do nothing.
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7. Let go of any expectations of you.
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8. Notice how you are feeling.
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9. Be as kind to yourself as you are to others.
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10. Get outside and give your mind a boost.
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11. Make time to do something you enjoy.
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12. Leave a positive message somewhere for yourself.
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13. Focus on the basics- eat, hydrate and sleep
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14. Notice the things you do well.
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15. If you are finding things hard, remember to ask for help
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16. Set your goals for the next week.
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17. Take a small step towards a positive change.
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18. Tackle a task you’ve been putting off for some time.
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19. Find something to be optimistic about.
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20. Plan something to look forward to.
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21. Bake or cook your favourite dish.
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22. Listen to music you enjoy.
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23. Use Viva Insights on Teams for a guided meditation.
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24. Do something to make you laugh.
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25. Disconnect from your devices.
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26. Write your priorities for the next week.
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27. Enjoy a warm bath.
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28. Do some stretching.
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29. Read a chapter of your favourite book.
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30. Watch the sunset.
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Remember, it is ‘ok’ to not be ‘ok’.
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