5 Simple Wellbeing Tips for a Better Day at Work

Put yourself at the top of your to-do list

I asked the ActionCOACH Bury St Edmunds team for their top tips on looking after wellbeing at work.

Looking after your wellbeing doesn’t have to be a 15-step morning routine. Sometimes, it’s the simple things that make the biggest difference.

This article gives you 5 practical ways to prioritise your wellbeing and put them into action.

These are simple habits, but they can make a big difference when done consistently.

Spend time outside and chase the sunshine

Spending time outside each day is one of the simplest ways to reset.

Stepping away from your screen, getting some fresh air, and taking a few minutes to clear your mind can make a real difference to both your mental and physical wellbeing.

It doesn’t have to be cumbersome. Whether it’s before work, on your lunch break, grabbing a coffee, or after dinner, the key is making it work for your routine.

I enjoy going for a walk and listening to a podcast in the evenings, or sitting in the sun at lunchtime when the British weather is on side. If the sun come out, I’ll often adapt my day to make the most of it. It always lifts my mood and helps me come back to work feeling more motivated.

Summary: Try spending 10-15 minutes outside during your working day and notice how you feel afterwards.

Prioritise recharging activities

Martin often talks about the importance of properly switching off

Successful business owners don’t treat rest as a reward. They treat it as part of the plan. That might be spending time outdoors, cooking, reading, or simply doing nothing for a while. I often see business owners who struggle to switch off at first. But once they do, they come back sharper, clearer, and far more effective.

Summary: Choose one recharging activity on your day off and notice how it impacts your energy when you return to work.

Engage in physical activity

When you spend a lot of your day sitting at a desk, movement becomes even more important.

Whether it’s a walk, a gym session, a class, or even dancing around your kitchen, physical activity helps reduce stress, boost your mood, and improve your energy levels.

It’s not just about physical fitness, it’s about how you feel.

Summary: Try adding movement into your day and see if you feel more focused and productive afterwards.

Stay hydrated

This one is simple, but easy to overlook.

Drinking enough water throughout the day supports your energy levels, concentration, and overall health. It’s one of those habits that’s easy to forget when you’re busy, but makes a real difference when you stay consistent.

Merv’s top tip is to stay on top of your hydration, especially during busy workdays.

Summary: Try swapping one drink a day for water and notice the difference in your energy and focus.

What I Feel Like Expressing (WIFLE)

At the start of our team meetings, we use something called WIFLE, which stands for What I Feel Like Expressing.

It gives everyone space to share anything on their mind, whether that’s work-related or personal, positive or challenging.

It’s a simple way to support each other as a team. Sometimes just saying something out loud can help you feel lighter and more supported.

And if someone doesn’t want to share, they simply pass.

Summary: Try introducing WIFLE at the start of your team meetings and see how your team responds.

Bringing it all together

These tips aren’t groundbreaking, but they’re often the first things we overlook when work gets busy.

Wellbeing isn’t about doing everything perfectly. It’s about building small habits that support you over time.

By putting simple practices in place, you can create a way of working that supports both your performance and your wellbeing.

Because when you feel better, you work better.

Want to create more balance in your business?

If you’re looking to build a business that supports both performance and wellbeing, we’d love to have a conversation.

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