Download a budget tracking and planning app such as Mint or YNAB to help you set and track your monthly budget. Budget plans help you reduce stress by revealing unhealthy spending habits and identifying ways to increase your savings.
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Adjust your thermostat setting to a lower temperature in the winter or a higher temperature in the summer. Adjusting your thermostat settings to a more conservative level can help you save money on your utility bills and protect the planet by cutting down on energy consumption.
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Do a quick walk around your house (or office) to check for lights on in rooms that aren’t in use. You can save money on your utility bills, while also improving the well-being of the planet by cutting down on your energy consumption. Discover other ways to save on everyday expenses.
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Pause before you make your next purchase and make a note of what you are doing, feeling or thinking in the moment leading up to the purchase. Becoming aware of unhealthy spending cues can help you find ways to replace them with healthier habits so you can avoid extra spending.
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Take a photo of a place that puts your mind at ease. It could your local beach or park, a coffee shop, or a favorite holiday destination. Being reminded of a scene that calms us down increases happiness and reduces stress and anxiety. See ideas for capturing photos that make you happy.
Create a relaxing morning routine by trading in your digital devices for a morning walk, meditation session, gratitude journaling or to plan out your day. By disconnecting from your devices in the first hour of the day, you start your day with less stress and anxiety and you increase your productivity, focus and confidence throughout the day. See other ways to disconnect from digital.
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Set a reminder on your phone to wind down 30 – 60 minutes before bedtime. Turn off the television, disconnect from digital, meditate, read or journal to relax your mind and body and get a good night’s sleep. Discover more helpful tips for healthy sleep habits here.
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Unwind by watching your favorite movie. Watching something nostalgic can calm your mind and body and provide a sense of comfort and happiness. Learn other ways to relax your mind and body here.
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Identify the next recipe you’ll cook at home, the date you will make your meal and the ingredients that are needed. By planning your meals ahead of time, you can save time and money, prevent additional stress and fatigue from having to cook last minute, manage your portion control, and reduce food waste. Meal planning is a great alternative to eating out and can help you eat a more varied diet, which is an important component of your physical well-being.
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Start your day with a morning walk with your pet, a member of your household, neighbor or by yourself. Participating in low intensity physical activity like walking in the morning allows you to feel more energized throughout the day by improving your mood and mental clarity.
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