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Your Guide to Staying Healthy—Body & Mind
Your Guide to Staying Healthy—Body & Mind

Staying healthy can feel challenging when school, friends, social media, and responsibilities all compete for your time. But the truth
is: you don’t need a perfect routine to feel good. Building a few simple habits can make you feel stronger, more focused, and more
confident every day. Think of this guide as your personal starter pack for taking care of both your body and your mind.
1. Keep Your Body Active 3. Sleep Well to Perform Well 5. Build Healthy Social
Connections

Teenagers need 8–10 hours of sleep to stay
Regular physical activity helps you stay fit,
focused, energetic, and in a positive mood. Positive relationships make life happier and
lowers stress, and boosts your energy. You
Sleep is your brain’s ‘reset button’, helping healthier. Surround yourself with people
don’t need to be an athlete. Small steps
you learn better and manage stress. who support you, inspire you, and make
count. Walk or bike when you can, try a sport
To improve your sleep: you feel safe.
you enjoy, dance in your room, stretch during
study breaks, or follow and apply short • Limit screen use at least 2 hours before You can:
workout videos online. Aim for at least 30 bedtime. • Join school clubs or sports teams.
minutes of movement a day, but remember: • Keep a steady sleep schedule even on • Participate in group projects or volunteer
even 5–10 minutes is better than nothing. weekends. work.
• Create a calm environment: dim lights, • Spend quality time with friends and
Try This: quiet music, or a warm shower can help. family.
• Set a ‘movement reminder’ on your Did You Know? Your brain stores memories • Be kind to others and to yourself.
phone every two hours. while you sleep, which means good sleep Healthy friendships boost confidence,
• Do a quick stretching exercise before leads to better grades. reduce stress, and help you feel connected.
starting your homework. 4. Protect Your Mental Health 6. Use Technology Wisely
2. Eat Smart, Not Perfect

Digital life is part of your world, but too
Mental well-being is just as important as much screen time can affect your sleep,
physical health. Everyone feels stressed or
Your body and brain need balanced nutrition overwhelmed sometimes. What matters is focus, and mood. Technology is a great tool
to function well. Add more fruits and how you take care of yourself. when used wisely.
vegetables to meals, drink plenty of water, Try to:
Healthy ways to support your mind:
choose whole grains and proteins, and enjoy • Set limits for social media.
• Talk to someone you trust.
snacks in moderation. Healthy eating isn’t • Turn off unnecessary notifications.
• Take short breaks during long study
about strict rules; it’s about giving your body • Take regular breaks from your phone.
sessions.
what it needs to feel good. • Choose creative or educational content
• Practice deep breathing or relaxation.
Quick Tip: • Write your thoughts in a journal. when possible.
Try This: Put your phone in another room
• Carry a reusable water bottle. • Listen to calming music or go for a walk.
while studying for 20 minutes. You’ll be
• Add one colourful food (like carrots, berries, Remember: Asking for help is a sign of
surprised how much more focused you feel.
or spinach) to at least one meal a day. strength, not weakness.
Final Staying healthy doesn’t require big changes, just thoughtful daily choices. When you take care of your

22 Thoughts body, mind, and lifestyle, you build strong habits that will support you throughout your life. Start small,
stay consistent, and remember: every positive choice you make is an investment in a happier, stronger you.