Bare Minimum Mondays
Move
Do 10 calf raises while brushing your teeth. Small habits attached to existing routines tend to stick, and simple lower-body strengthening exercises improve balance and functional capacity.
Eat
Bring a vegetable dish to a gathering this week. It’s easier to eat well when healthy options are already there. And simply increasing the availability of healthy foods also increases consumption of healthy foods.
Sleep
If you’re staying up later than usual, try to get outside within an hour of waking. Morning light helps reset the clock and improves circadian alignment and sleep quality.
Manage
Before reacting to a stressful situation, ask yourself: “Will this matter a week from now?” Cognitive reframing strategies reduce stress and improve emotional regulation.
