6 Ways to Be Well

Check out these six ways that you can help improve and support your mental health and wellbeing.

Come back each week when we will release a new information page along with some incredible healthy rewards for you to claim and win using your Young Scot Rewards points!

In partnership with Scottish Borders Joint Health Improvement Team.

Guide to Mental Health and Wellbeing

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#BordersWellbeing Week 1: Be Aware

Being aware of your thoughts, feelings and surroundings can make a difference to how you feel. This is called mindfulness. Check out our information about being more aware of your mental health and wellbeing.
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#BordersWellbeing Week 2: Be Kind

To ‘Be Kind’ we must first consider being kind to ourselves. Sometimes this is known as “self-care”. Find out more about how being kind to yourself can improve your mental health and wellbeing.
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#BordersWellbeing Week 3: Belong

A sense of belonging is important for our mental health and wellbeing. Find out more.
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#BordersWellbeing Week 4: Enjoy and Learn

Doing things we enjoy and learning new skills can really improve our moods! Find out why this is important for our mental health and wellbeing.
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#BordersWellbeing Week 5: Be Active

Getting a good amount of exercise can be really helpful in boosting our physical and mental health and wellbeing. Find out more.
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#BordersWellbeing Week 6: Nurture

To nurture ourselves we should try and make healthy choices for both our body and mind. We should try to eat well, sleep well, be active and cut out things that are bad for us. Check out our information on how this affects your mental health and wellbeing.
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What is 'Six Ways to Be Well'?

Information on how to improve your mental health and wellbeing in Scottish Borders.

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Scottish Borders: Health & Wellbeing

Check out a wide range of articles, information, healthy rewards, activities and support services available in the Scottish Borders to support you with your health and wellbeing.
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Membership Activity: Read the NHS Borders Self-Help Guide

Read the guide and claim 150 Young Scot Rewards Points through Young Scot Membership.
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An Introduction to Young Scot Membership

Wondering what Young Scot Membership is all about? Check out the exciting opportunities available to you as a Young Scot Member and how to get the most out of your Membership.

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6 Ways to Be Well - Easy Read Version

Plan a small change to your life with the ‘Easy Read’ version of the Six Ways to Be Well resource.