Start where you feel comfortable, and know that every moment you engage in self-care is a moment well spent.

Got 5 Minutes?

Breathe

Practice a quick 5-minute breathing exercises.

Doodle

Grab a piece of paper and a pen and let your creativity flow, there's no right or wrong

Dance

Put on your favourite upbeat song and move your body.

Got 10 Minutes?

You made it through those first 5 minutes. That's fantastic. Ready for a bit more?

Here are a few 10-minute activities:

Meditate

Use a guided meditation video to relax and focus.

Walk

Take a quick walk around your home or outdoors if it's safe.

Write

Jot down your thoughts, feelings, or anything that comes to mind.

Got 20 Minutes?

Hey, look at you go! If you're feeling up to a longer activity, here are some ideas:

Cook

Make a simple snack or a cup of tea. Enjoy the process.

Read

Dive into a short story or a couple of chapters of a book.

Craft

Start a simple craft project, like origami or knitting.

Got 30 Minutes?

You're doing amazing. Really. If you're ready, here are a few activities that can fill a half-hour:

Yoga

Follow a beginner's yoga video.

Podcast:

Listen to an interesting podcast episode.

Gardening:

Spend some time with plants, even if it's just watering houseplants or weeding.

Got 45 Minutes?

You're showing such strength, and we're proud of you. If you're ready for a longer distraction, here are some activities that can fill 45 minutes:

Exercise

Try a beginner workout or a brisk walk. Remember, it's not about intensity but moving your body in a way that feels good to you.

Cooking

Try your hand at cooking a new recipe. The act of chopping, stirring, and creating can be a great distraction.

Learn

Explore a new topic that interests you via online articles, videos or a documentary. Or explore our topics.

Got An Hour?

Wow, you've come a long way. An hour can feel like a lot, but you're capable of filling it with positive activities. Here are some ideas:

Nature:

If you can, take a longer walk in a nearby park or natural setting.

Art:

Start a more involved art project, like painting or sculpture.

Watch:

Watch an episode of a light-hearted series or a short movie.

Longer Term Activities

Your strength and resilience are inspiring. If you're looking for activities that can occupy larger chunks of your time and offer ongoing engagement, here are some ideas:

Reading

Start a new book or a series of books.

Learning

Begin an online course or learn a new language.

Hobby

Start a hobby that you've always been interested in. It could be anything from gardening to learning a musical instrument.

Volunteer

Consider volunteering for a cause that you care about.

Home Project

Redecorate or reorganise a part of your home.

These activities are not meant to be completed all at once. Take it step by step, day by day. Celebrate every little victory, every page read, every note learned. It's about progress, not perfection.

Make Your Plan

You can write down your thoughts and what activities you're going to try to save for a later date or for your Safety Plan