Teach it – lesson one campaigns
Choose one or both of these campaigns and think about how you can get these simple, effective wellbeing messages out to others. You could start with social media channels and informal conversations. When you’re in school, think about displays, tutorials and assemblies. There’s lots of scope for creativity – make the campaign into anything that works for you and your community.
Campaign #1 Sleep for 8 hours
Headline message: Sleep for at least 8 hours a night
Other key messages:
- Sleep keeps you healthy and happy
- Keep to a sleep routine where possible
- Make your bedroom as cool and dark as possible
- Avoid screens for at least 90 minutes before you need to sleep
To get you started, there’s a presentation on the wellbeing benefits of sleep, which you can download here. You can always adapt and personalise the slides.
Campaign #2 Take an exercise snack
Headline message: Take regular exercise snacks throughout the day
Other key messages:
- Neuroplasticity is your brain’s ability to adapt to new challenges, keeping you mentally healthy
- BDNF proteins in your brain help with neuroplasticity
- Exercise boosts BDNF levels in your brain, even after one session
- Keep it simple – take quick, easy ‘exercise snacks’, such as a short walk or dancing to your favourite track
To get you started, there’s a presentation on the wellbeing benefits of taking regular exercise snacks, which you can download here. You can always adapt and personalise the slides.