Rest, relaxation and sleep

Balanced and meaningful everyday life

A balanced everyday life consists of sufficient rest, recovery and good sleep, above all. When your body and mind are able calm down, you have more energy and you can do things that feel meaningful in your everyday life.  

Rest and relaxation are not just a part of wellbeing, they the foundation for it. Daily breaks, moments of calm and sufficient sleep at night help you recover from everyday stress and support both physical and mental health.  

Wellbeing services – Wellbeing Services County of Vantaa and Kerava Meaningful everyday life consists of many small things. Explore events and services that support your wellbeing.

Self-care for relaxation and breathing

Relaxation exercises and breathing techniques can help calm your body and mind. They are particularly suitable for alleviating stress and supporting sleep. 

Self-care programme for relaxation and breathing– MentalHub.fi (in finnish) Learn about the self-care programme for relaxation and breathing, learn how to relax and find resources for everyday life!
Relaxation exercises – MIELI Mental Health Finland (in finnish) Learn about relaxation exercises to help calm your tense body and stressed mind.
Mindfulness exercises – Finnish Heart Association (in finnish) Explore mindfulness content and get tips for everyday life and how to build your own calming routines.
Self-care for mental wellbeing: Relaxation and breathing exercises – MentalHub… Learn about breathing techniques and exercises to help relax your muscles and calm your mind!

Importance of sleep and self-care

Sufficient and high-quality sleep is important to your wellbeing and health. Sufficient sleep improves your energy levels and attentiveness and has a positive impact on your immune system.

Sleep self-care – Finnish Association for Sleep Disorders (in finnish) Did you know that exercise, nutrition and recovery can make it easier to fall asleep and improve sleep quality? Learn about self-care for sleep and find practical tips.
Self-help programme for insomnia – MentalHub.fi The self-help programme for insomnia helps you understand sleep and insomnia and offers practical advice for sleeping better.
Sleep nurse’s tips (PDF) – Finnish sleep nurses’ association (in finnish) Read the sleep nurse's tips for a good sleep.

Everyday balance

A good balance in everyday life helps you give enough attention to all the important things in your life. Try to reserve enough time for important things and leisure in your everyday life. Remember to take regular breaks during the day and make sure that you have time to recover daily. Learn how to say no when needed to avoid overstraining yourself.

Everyday balance – MentalHub.fi (in finnish) Everyday wellbeing and a regular daily routine support the balance of your mind. Read the instructions and exercises that help you find your own routine and strengthen your mental wellbeing.
How do I balance activity and rest in my everyday life? - Health Village (in fi… Explore and find ways to balance activity and rest in your everyday life that are right for you.
Recovery at work – Finnish Institute of Occupational Health (in finnish) Did you know that short breathers and mini breaks during the working day support recovery and coping? Read more about the importance of recovery and the benefits of breaks!
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