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Tips:  Set an alarm for the same time everyday Regulating your wake-up time can make is easier to get up in the morning, and easier to fall asleep at night Resource:  Sleep Anxiety: why you get anxious at night (and what to do) https://www.calm.com/blog/sleep-anxiety

Tips:  Workout first thing in the morning If you find it hard to exercise, try doing it first thing in the morning so you can check it off your list. Working out in the morning can also improve your energy and mood throughout the day

Tips:  Create a community bulletin board This could be online or on a library or coffee shop actual bulletin board. People can post job listings, local events, local new etc. It can help people stay informed and encourages community participation Resource:  Red Cross Canada. Learn about the volunteer programs in your community: https://www.redcross.ca/in-your-community

Tips: Journalling can be a therapeutic method to process emotions Resource:  Benefits of Yoga According to Headspace: https://www.headspace.com/meditation/yoga

Tips:  Use Pinterest (a free app) to help you get inspired about eating and cooking healthy meals! https://ca.pinterest.com/ Resource: Dietitians of Canada: https://www.dietitians.ca/

Tips:  Balance work and life. While work is important part of life, ensure you are taking care of yourself and prioritizing your own needs. Balancing both aspects in your life has many benefits. Resource:  Quitting Smoking- 10 ways to resist tobacco cravings: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/quit-smoking/in-depth/nicotine-craving/art-20045454

Tips:  Invest a percentage of your paycheck Every month allocate a portion of your paycheck specifically for investments. Most banks or investment firms will set this up for you. Resource:  Investing Tips for Beginners: https://www.bmo.com/main/personal/investments/learning-centre/investing-tips-for-beginners/

Tips:  Use Energy Efficiently Conserve energy by being mindful about daily habits. For example, take shorter showers and switch off the lights when you leave the room. Resource:  Key Issues- Climate Change: https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/corporate/transparency/briefing/key-issues-climate-change.html

Tips:  Experiment with soundscapes Listening to white noise, brown noise, or even soundscapes of rainfall and drown out distracting sounds, quieting the mind Resource:  Harvard- Are you napping too much? https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/are-you-napping-too-much

Tips:  Try “micro workouts” If you’re finding it hard to fit in a workout in your schedule, try doing micro workouts throughout the day. For example, do jumping jacks for 5-10 minutes, at different points during your day