Healthy Living

This Benefit brings together trusted guidance and resources to help you stay balanced—physically, mentally, and financially.

 

In each dropdown menu, you’ll find small changes that can make a big difference to your everyday life.

Five Ways to Wellbeing (from Mind)

These simple habits improve resilience and mental health when practiced regularly:

  • Connect – build real relationships, not just digital ones. Check in on colleagues, have lunch with a friend, or join a community group. Regular connection reduces stress and strengthens support networks.
  • Be Active – movement doesn’t need to mean the gym. Take the stairs, go for a lunchtime walk, or try a new class. The best practice is consistency: short, regular activity is more effective than occasional intense workouts.
  • Take Notice – practice mindfulness by paying attention to small details in your day. Pause before a meeting, notice your breathing, or keep a gratitude journal. This helps you stay grounded and spot early signs of stress.
  • Learn – challenge yourself with new skills. Take a short course, read widely, or learn a hobby. Best practice is to choose something that excites you—it makes motivation easier to sustain.
  • Give – acts of kindness, big or small, improve wellbeing. Share knowledge with a colleague, volunteer, or simply offer appreciation. Giving boosts your sense of purpose and builds stronger communities.

Keeping Healthy 

Expert-backed guidance articles for maintaining physical and mental balance:

  • Health – follow evidence-based nutrition advice. Best practice is focusing on balanced meals (protein, fiber, healthy fats) instead of restrictive diets.
    Body – listen to early warning signs like fatigue or tension. Schedule regular check-ups and don’t ignore small aches—they often grow into larger problems if left unattended.
  • Mind – combine exercise with rest and mental health strategies. Journaling, therapy, or simply setting boundaries with work all protect long-term wellbeing.
  • Fitness – set realistic goals and track progress. Best practice is gradual increases in intensity to avoid burnout and injury.
  • Lifestyle – create sustainable habits. Prioritize sleep, hydration, and regular movement rather than quick fixes. Consistency makes the difference.

Other Ways to Look After Yourself

Additional partners and resources you can draw on:

  • PureGym – use the free day pass to experiment. Test different equipment or classes before committing to a routine. Best practice is to try more than one type of workout so you find something you enjoy.
  • Meditation, Sleep & Mindfulness with Medito – practice mindfulness daily. Even 5–10 minutes of guided breathing or meditation before bed can improve sleep quality and focus.
  • Salary Finance – strengthen financial wellbeing through education and responsible products:
    • How to start saving for beginners – automate small amounts so savings build without extra thought.
    • Smart financial moves to make – prioritize high-interest debt repayment before investments.
  • Credit scores – check your score regularly, avoid missed payments, and keep credit utilization below 30% for the best results.