Want to make positive changes to your lifestyle but feel overwhelmed by all the things you should do? Building a wellness routine doesn’t need to be complicated—even small shifts throughout your day can have a big impact on how you feel. Our Well Yes! team shares their tips to help you create a wellness routine that leaves you feeling recharged, not exhausted. Say yes to making your wellness plan easy by choosing one or two habits from our list and adding more as you master them.
Say yes to positive nutrition
Fuel your body with positive nutrition throughout the day. Focus on including nourishing foods in your meals and snacks like lean protein, fruits & veggies, low-fat dairy, whole grains, nuts, and seeds. Here are some simple ways to get started:
- Write out meals and your shopping list each week to stay organized.
- Make meal prep a priority, but don’t make it complicated. This could mean pre-cutting a few vegetables or doubling up a recipe and freezing it for later.
- Focus on adding positive nutrition to your lunch without spending too much time in the kitchen. Well Yes! POWER Soup Bowls are healthy, satisfying, and flavorful. Try varieties like Southwest-Style Chicken with Black Bean, Corn and Farro or Spiced Chickpea with Spinach and Quinoa.
- Stock your pantry with simple solutions to save time and put together a healthy meal. Staples like instant brown rice, canned beans & veggies, canned fish/chicken, lower sodium broths, and pasta sauces can help you cut back on your cooking time.
- Keep nourishing snacks on hand. Veggie-rich Well Yes! sipping soups are a convenient and satisfying on-the-go option to pack into your bag. Varieties like Sweet Corn & Roasted Poblano or Tomato & Sweet Basil heat up in under two minutes and are brimming with flavor.
Say yes to doing what matters to you more often
We all have things we feel like we have to do but be sure to make the things you want to do part of your everyday routine. An important part of self-care is finding meaning in the things you do. Here are some things to consider:
- Choose movement that feels good to you. Some days that might be gentle and restorative yoga and others that might mean signing up for a challenging boot camp class.
- Cook, garden, or work on an art or DIY project of your choosing
- Take a walk or hike with a friend to catch up
- Give your time to a cause you care about
- Read or listen to a new book
- Challenge your mind with fun math or word puzzles
- Prioritize sleep and allow yourself time to rest
Say yes to moments of mindfulness all day
Mindfulness has a lot to do with being completely present in the moment. Including moments of mindfulness throughout your day benefits your overall well-being, but it doesn’t need to take up a ton of time. Here’s some tips for being more mindful without adding something else to your to-do list:
- Check in with your five senses by tuning into what you can feel, taste, hear, smell, and see for one minute.
- Start a gratitude journal—jot down a few things you are grateful for each day. This can take as little as a few seconds.
- Practice a mindful eating exercise by eating without distractions. Enjoy your meal away from screens and be fully present in the eating experience. Notice how flavors change with each bite (or sip) of your food and check in with your hunger frequently.
Saying yes to the needs of your body, spirit, and mind are key to building the best version of you. We hope you can add some of these tips to help you grow on your journey of saying yes to all that is good in your life.