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Tips for managing stress
Remember, finding what works best for you might take some time. Try a few of these tips to see what helps you sleep better and feel more at ease. Improving your sleep and well-being is an ongoing process, so be patient with yourself and keep exploring what works best for you.
Talk to someone: Share what’s on your mind with a trusted friend, family member, or therapist. Talking about your stressors can lighten your mind and make it easier to relax before bed.
Spend time in nature: Being in nature can calm your mind and body. Take walks in parks, gardens, or enjoy the outdoors to prepare your mind for better sleep.
Try creative activities: Doing creative things like crafting, painting, or knitting can help you relax and unwind. This can take your mind off stress.
Tips for managing stress
Stay active: regular exercise, like walking, jogging, or yoga, reduces stress and helps you sleep better.
Connect with Others: Spend time with loved ones to feel supported and connected. Positive social interactions can reduce stress and improve sleep.
Listen to Calming Music: Soft, soothing music can help you relax before bedtime. Create a calming playlist for better sleep.
Tips for managing stress
Practise mindfulness: Try meditation or deep breathing exercises. These can help you to manage stress and promote relaxation before sleep.
See a professional: If stress is feeling too much to handle or interfering with your sleep, consider talking to a professional who can provide expert guidance and support.
Seek support from your kidney care team: Your kidney care team can help provide support, resources and guidance on your kidney journey. Your care team should comprise of your GP, social worker, dietitian and CKD nurse educator.
Mental Health
Explore the different types of support available.
Whether you’re newly diagnosed, adjusting to treatment, or supporting a loved one, support is here, and you are not alone.
Lifeline is Australia’s leading suicide prevention service. We are a national charity providing all Australians experiencing a personal crisis with access to 24-hour crisis support. We are here for you.
Website: Lifeline
Phone: 13 11 14
Lifeline text service – 0477 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: We are one of Australia’s most well-known, trusted, and visited mental health organisations.
Website: Beyond Blue
Phone: 1300 22 46 36.
MensLine Australia is a free telephone and online counselling service offering support for Australian men anywhere, anytime.
Website: MensLine Australia
Phone: 1300 78 99 78
headspace is Australia’s National Youth Mental Health Foundation, providing early intervention mental health services to 12-25 year olds.
Website: headspace
Connect with a mental health clinician: 1800650890
MentalHealthOnline: provides comprehensive and effective online services and programs free of charge.
Website: Mental Health Online
Email: contactmho@swin.edu.au
My Compass: Free and developed to help individuals self-manage mild to moderate symptoms of depression anxiety and stress.
Website: myCompass – MyCompass
Email: emh@blackdog.org.au
Kids Helpline: is Australia’s only free (even from a mobile), confidential 24/7 online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25
Website: Kids Helpline
Call: 1800 55 1800
MindSpot: Provide care to Australian adults troubled by conditions like depression, anxiety stress, worry, panic, chronic pain and distress due to chronic health conditions.
Website: MindSpot
Call: 1800 614 434
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