Mental Health Challenge

Ways to Wellness

Taking care of your health means taking care of your mind too.

Engaging in physical activity, eating healthy foods, practising gratitude and having fun are all small steps that can improve your mental health and help to reduce stress.

Learn more about the simple steps you can take through the video Ways to Wellness.

AHS is reminding Albertans of simple steps to improve their mental health and wellness. Follow along and try these steps for yourself!

Ways to Wellness

  • Day 1 – Eat healthy foods
    What healthy foods did you eat today? Post your healthy snack or recipe.
  • Day 2 – Get active
    Did you get moving today? Post creative ways you fit exercise in to today.
  • Day 3 – Be kind
    What act of kindness did you do today? Post how you made someone smile.
  • Day 4 – Practise gratitude
    Look for the good in your day. What are you thankful for today?
  • Day 5 – Be yourself
    Tell us what you like about yourself or share a picture of your amazing self.
  • Day 6 – Get your groove on
    Tune in. Share a song that helps you relax and feel joyful.
  • Day 7 – Laugh
    Tell us what you did today to bring humour and laughter into your day.