Looking after yourself and your friends.
Eating well and staying healthy is very important. It can also help reduce the risk of an eating disorder.
Healthy eating tips
- Eat regularly and routinely (e.g. breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Aim to eat with family and friends whenever possible
- Become involved in preparing or cooking your own food – cooking healthy means eating healthy!
- Take the time to eat and enjoy your meals
- Eat a variety of foods (fruits, vegetables, meat & poultry, dairy, cereals and grains) that can sustain you and give you energy
Other ways to stay healthy
- Exercise in moderation, for fun (e.g. go for a jog with friends) and non-competitively
- Balance school and study with fun activities
- Talk to someone or see a doctor if you are feeling unwell
- Talk to someone if you’re feeling depressed, upset, anxious or stressed
Boosting self esteem
- Accept who you are and be proud of it!
- Talk positively about yourself and others
- Acknowledge and celebrate that everyone is different and unique, both on the inside and on the outside
- Do things that you enjoy each day (e.g. hobbies, time with friends)
- Listen to a friend if they are expressing concerns and find ways to help