Are you ready to supercharge your health and well-being while making a positive impact in your community? Look no further than volunteering! It's not just about giving back; it's about reaping amazing benefits for yourself too.

Transitioning from service to civilian life can be a challenging but also an exciting process. Sometimes after leaving the services, you can feel isolated, lost, or struggling to find your place in civilian life. If this is you, fear not! We have are 7 ways to improve your well-being and help make the transition to civilian life a little easier.

Having fun should be a regular part of your routine. Whether it's playing with your kids, taking a dance class, or simply reading a good book, prioritise leisure time to improve your overall well-being. So go ahead, have fun and enjoy life to the fullest!

Are you looking for a way to boost your happiness and feel good about yourself?

Look no further than the power of generosity! Yes, you heard it right. Being generous can bring immense joy and satisfaction to our lives and make us feel happier in the long run.

Do feel lonely at times? Would you like to have more connections and friends in your life? This blog will give you practical tips to help make new friends and also teach you how doing so can be good for your health. 

Last month, some of our South-East Queensland Chapter members participated in an Equine Therapy day at Equine Alliance on the Sunshine Coast, and they reported many benefits to their wellbeing in undertaking this activity.

From developing strength and flexibility to improving your mood and calming your mind, yoga has a number of health and wellbeing benefits.

Jane says the key to her recovery and successful transition is to make connections with those like her. She became involved with Buddy Up Australia who focus on physical activity, social activities and volunteering. She has done many rewarding activities with Buddy Up – everything from Park Runs to planting trees in the community. She says you get those good endorphins when you connect with others, which feels good and motivates you to do more. Her tip is just do what you can and don’t overcommit.

When it comes to our mental health, there are known and trusted actions we can take to help improve it, such as doing something active, connecting with others and doing things which are meaningful and important to us.

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