Lecture 32- Five ways of well-being

Question 1

What is mental health?

Answer 1

“a state of well-being in which every individual realises his or her own potential, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to her or his community”

Question 2

What is the “5 Ways to Wellbeing”

Answer 2

The 5 Ways to Wellbeing were created as a result of the New Economics Foundation’s (NEF) Foresight Project on Mental Capitol and Wellbeing research report in 2008.

NEF conducted a review of the current evidence, found including five actions into our lives is important for wellbeing of individuals, families, communities and organisations.

Question 3

What are the five categories to “5 Ways to Wellbeing”

Answer 3

Connect, keep learning, take notice, be active, give

Question 4

What does the “give” category suggest

Answer 4

Carrying out acts of kindness, whether small or large, can increase happiness, life satisfaction and general sense of wellbeing

Question 5

What does the “Be active” category suggest

Answer 5

Being physically active every day is great for our bodies and minds

Question 6

What does the “keep learning” category suggest?

Answer 6

Being curious and seeking out new experiences positively stimulates the brain

Question 7

What does the connect category suggest?

Answer 7

Strong relationships with others are an essential part of building resilience and boosting wellbeing

Question 8

What does the “notice” category suggest?

Answer 8

Paying more attention to the present moment, to thoughts and feelings and to the world around, can boost our wellbeing