We asked our readers to share their daily rituals that make all the difference to their mental health. Here’s what they said.
Rhonda Searle – Walking in the bush or along the beach.
Jo Balland – A cleaning lady 90 minutes a fortnight that is part of my aged care package. It’s such a relief.
Jules Higginson – Caring for 18 rescued cats!
Jill McNee – Leaving a toxic environment called work.
Maureen James Barlow – A big social circle, a great boyfriend and getting away into the bush with my dogs in my camper-van.
Jan Vickers – Being myself and not caring what others thought.
Ken Bottrell – Meditation and moving away from toxic people.
Christine Van Poppel – Moving out of the city and back to the countryside.
Marlene Hassett – Adopting my greyhound.
Rory Semple – Eat better, no take out, being active and away from sitting at a desk.
David Taylor – Seventies music!
Janice Ann Jensen – Doing crossword puzzles and line dancing.
Di Riddell – Staying connected with friends.
Susan Rough – Playing lawn bowls.
Marlene Paskov – Gardening.
Lois Collins – Not having to host Christmas anymore and always having a dog or two around.
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