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HEALTHY MOOD BOOSTERS~
by PoliteOcean
Last post
 Monday
...See more 1. Step back and self-reflect 2. Reach out to someone (Through text, phone conversation, meet-up, social media etc) 3. Listen to music 4. Cuddle or play with pets 5. Go for a walk (Can do this with a buddy, or take your pet if you have one) 6. Drink something healthy and reinvigorating 7. Write (This can be through journaling your thoughts and feelings, or through something that inspires you) 8. Take a nap (Take at least a 20 minute power nap to help you feel invigorated) 9. Plan a fun activity (Take a vacation, a "Day-cation", or even a "Stay-cation" to a nearby town!, or plan time with family/friends) 10. Do something spontaneous 11. Prioritize (Have or make a list of things you've been wanting to do or get done) 12. Look through old photographs or snap some new ones 13. Hug someone (Its a proven fact that it helps you feel better) 14. Laugh (Find a funny movie, or a funny friend that always makes you laugh) 15. Cry (Sometimes you just have to let it out) 16. Read back over old emails or text messages, or listen to old voicemails 17. Reconnect with someone (Find that old friend or family member you've been thinking about, and reconnect!) 18. Write yourself a letter (set goals, inspirations read it 6 months to a year later on the same date, and see how far you've come) 19. Try a deep breathing exercise 20. Cultivate gratitude 21. Re-watch a funny or inspiring YouTube video 22. Bake something  23. Get out of the house (Fresh air is always healthy and helpful in our thoughts and mood) 24. Focus on what truly matters to you 25. Take a negative comment or situation and look for something positive about it 26. Daydream 27. Let some natural sunlight come in (Natural light/sunlight is a proven mood booster!) 28. Take a mental health day- take a day just to relax and clear your head~ (As stated above, take that Vacation, staycation or day-cation.... or perhaps just a drive and clear those thoughts and relax your mind) 29. Color (find your inner child) 30. Dance (Dance it out! turn on that music while working out, cleaning or just for fun) 31. Sing (Turn up your favorite song and belt it out! Sing like Nobody's Listening!)
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Weekly Healthy Living Check-In September 12th, 2026
by PoliteOcean
Last post
 Monday
...See more WEEKLY HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN SEPTEMBER 12th, 2026 HEY EVERYONE~  ⭐WELCOME To Our End of the week "WEEKLY" HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN~ ☀️🌻🍁 ⭐FEEL FREE TO RESPOND TO "ANY OR ALL" QUESTIONS!~ Or... Simply tell us about yourself & how you've been doing!... Feel free to share your week with us!... Or tell us about your personal Wellness journey. We are here to support you! ☀️ Hey all, Welcome to the Weekend... How did your week go?! 🌻 This is our "2ND" Check-in for September~ (We're practically "Half-way" through the month already)!... What's One Small thing that made you feel good or that you felt Went Well for you this Week?! 🍁 This Month of September acknowledges & celebrates "SELF-IMPROVEMENT MONTH"... It encourages us to make a "conscious effort to improve ourselves", (Which could mean something to different to everyone)~... The Basis for any Self-improvement goal is "Learning", (Whether it's learning to Eat healthier, Read more, Reduce screen time, Reduce Stressors, Get more exercise, OR, Something else)!.... Where or in What Ways would you like to make Or see some "Improvement" in your life right now?... What's ONE Small Step that you could take towards that goal "Today"?! ☀️ JUST FOR FUN:  (We're taking One more Summer Road-trip)!.. You forgot to bring your Music along~... You're now Stuck with Only "ONE Song" playing on the Radio on "Repeat" the entire way... WHAT's that ONE Good Song that you hope is Playing?!...  🌻 What were your "Highlights or Struggles" of the week?... How were you able to work through Challenges in a Healthy Way?! 🍁 What is something else that "YOU" want to Talk about, Add, Or Share with us this week?!... We want to hear from YOU~    Healthy Living Team & Leaders: @PoliteOcean @vivelespatates  @vivelespatates @Regmo @purpleTree4652 @CyclingThroughLife @exuberantBanana3431 @InsightfulPhoenix @nordurnStar @Rebekahwriter13 @calmsoulmeet @sweetrosa1987  @AffyAvo @Caringmama2022 @CarolineEmily01 @determinedCat7367 @diamondintheROUGH2022 @GoldenNest2727 @selflessSpruce1515 @SilverSeastar @Spectaculaur @BestMaple2045 @determinedNest6866 @HipsterChic @DestinyM2026 @charmingSky597 @GreenFairie @WayJay @orangeHuman868 @lilCatNamedVenus @cal1860 @Mya000 @daydreammemories @courageousField2151 @2Ears2Hear @bubblingPresence2474 @TheListenerPK1122 @Ailuraphilelove8tear9 @Ava47  **AND ANY & ALL THAT WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH US~
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"OFFICIAL" Healthy Living Tag List (type Please add me or please remove me)
by Remina
Last post
 March 29th
...See more This forum will function as the official taglist for Healthy Living. Simply send a post saying Please Add me or please Remove me to be added to the tag list You can see the taglist that autoupdates here [https://rarelycharlie.github.io/taglist?bbfd43d85a647c2a1bfa6e4cef9b237c]
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You are doing better than you think - A small reminder for today
by cherishedCupcake5949
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 27 minutes ago
...See more Hello beautiful souls 💙 Just a little reminder for anyone who needs to hear this today: If you got out of bed today, that's strength. If you are trying to heal, that's courage. If you are still caring for others while healing yourself, that's amazing. ♡ We often wait for big achievements to feel proud, but life is actually made of small steps. • Drinking water • Taking a short walk • Saying "no" when you need to rest •Talking kindly to yourself These small things matter so much. So tell me in the comments , What is ONE small win you had today? It can be as small as "I smiled" or "I took a break".  Let's celebrate small wins together. You never know who you might inspire. You matter. Your story matters. Keep going. ✨
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Difficulties in healthy lifestyle
by indigoPapaya2280
Last post
 2 hours ago
...See more I would say , my mental health is okay but I procastinate a lot whenever I'm home. I'm basically lying down all the time. I find it hard to cook to clean to organise my house. But I don't really do anything. I just go and ***, go on social media. I tried to watch a film or a series but I don't enjoy which I did used to enjoy. I'll play game sometimes which does make me happy. I have stopped doing exercise.Because going to the gym was too much.It was stressing me.I'm so glad I did plan.I'm going back , but maybe after I get my licence , which i'm planning on signing up to next week. I vape , which I think is really pushing my mood down. But I cannot for the life of me get up early half breakfast.I never have breakfast.Make a food , I spend more than I would like to I want to quit vaping , and I would like to be someone that feels productive during the day , not just lying down all the timeBut I cannot for the life of me get up early half breakfast. I never have breakfast. Make a food, I spend more than I would like to. I want to quit vaping, and I would like to be someone that feels productive during the day, not just lying down all the time. 😔
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HEALTHY MOOD BOOSTERS~
by PoliteOcean
Last post
 Monday
...See more 1. Step back and self-reflect 2. Reach out to someone (Through text, phone conversation, meet-up, social media etc) 3. Listen to music 4. Cuddle or play with pets 5. Go for a walk (Can do this with a buddy, or take your pet if you have one) 6. Drink something healthy and reinvigorating 7. Write (This can be through journaling your thoughts and feelings, or through something that inspires you) 8. Take a nap (Take at least a 20 minute power nap to help you feel invigorated) 9. Plan a fun activity (Take a vacation, a "Day-cation", or even a "Stay-cation" to a nearby town!, or plan time with family/friends) 10. Do something spontaneous 11. Prioritize (Have or make a list of things you've been wanting to do or get done) 12. Look through old photographs or snap some new ones 13. Hug someone (Its a proven fact that it helps you feel better) 14. Laugh (Find a funny movie, or a funny friend that always makes you laugh) 15. Cry (Sometimes you just have to let it out) 16. Read back over old emails or text messages, or listen to old voicemails 17. Reconnect with someone (Find that old friend or family member you've been thinking about, and reconnect!) 18. Write yourself a letter (set goals, inspirations read it 6 months to a year later on the same date, and see how far you've come) 19. Try a deep breathing exercise 20. Cultivate gratitude 21. Re-watch a funny or inspiring YouTube video 22. Bake something  23. Get out of the house (Fresh air is always healthy and helpful in our thoughts and mood) 24. Focus on what truly matters to you 25. Take a negative comment or situation and look for something positive about it 26. Daydream 27. Let some natural sunlight come in (Natural light/sunlight is a proven mood booster!) 28. Take a mental health day- take a day just to relax and clear your head~ (As stated above, take that Vacation, staycation or day-cation.... or perhaps just a drive and clear those thoughts and relax your mind) 29. Color (find your inner child) 30. Dance (Dance it out! turn on that music while working out, cleaning or just for fun) 31. Sing (Turn up your favorite song and belt it out! Sing like Nobody's Listening!)
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Weekly Healthy Living Check-In September 12th, 2026
by PoliteOcean
Last post
 Monday
...See more WEEKLY HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN SEPTEMBER 12th, 2026 HEY EVERYONE~  ⭐WELCOME To Our End of the week "WEEKLY" HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN~ ☀️🌻🍁 ⭐FEEL FREE TO RESPOND TO "ANY OR ALL" QUESTIONS!~ Or... Simply tell us about yourself & how you've been doing!... Feel free to share your week with us!... Or tell us about your personal Wellness journey. We are here to support you! ☀️ Hey all, Welcome to the Weekend... How did your week go?! 🌻 This is our "2ND" Check-in for September~ (We're practically "Half-way" through the month already)!... What's One Small thing that made you feel good or that you felt Went Well for you this Week?! 🍁 This Month of September acknowledges & celebrates "SELF-IMPROVEMENT MONTH"... It encourages us to make a "conscious effort to improve ourselves", (Which could mean something to different to everyone)~... The Basis for any Self-improvement goal is "Learning", (Whether it's learning to Eat healthier, Read more, Reduce screen time, Reduce Stressors, Get more exercise, OR, Something else)!.... Where or in What Ways would you like to make Or see some "Improvement" in your life right now?... What's ONE Small Step that you could take towards that goal "Today"?! ☀️ JUST FOR FUN:  (We're taking One more Summer Road-trip)!.. You forgot to bring your Music along~... You're now Stuck with Only "ONE Song" playing on the Radio on "Repeat" the entire way... WHAT's that ONE Good Song that you hope is Playing?!...  🌻 What were your "Highlights or Struggles" of the week?... How were you able to work through Challenges in a Healthy Way?! 🍁 What is something else that "YOU" want to Talk about, Add, Or Share with us this week?!... We want to hear from YOU~    Healthy Living Team & Leaders: @PoliteOcean @vivelespatates  @vivelespatates @Regmo @purpleTree4652 @CyclingThroughLife @exuberantBanana3431 @InsightfulPhoenix @nordurnStar @Rebekahwriter13 @calmsoulmeet @sweetrosa1987  @AffyAvo @Caringmama2022 @CarolineEmily01 @determinedCat7367 @diamondintheROUGH2022 @GoldenNest2727 @selflessSpruce1515 @SilverSeastar @Spectaculaur @BestMaple2045 @determinedNest6866 @HipsterChic @DestinyM2026 @charmingSky597 @GreenFairie @WayJay @orangeHuman868 @lilCatNamedVenus @cal1860 @Mya000 @daydreammemories @courageousField2151 @2Ears2Hear @bubblingPresence2474 @TheListenerPK1122 @Ailuraphilelove8tear9 @Ava47  **AND ANY & ALL THAT WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH US~
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Healthy Living’s “Wellness Wednesday” 9/9/26 (What’s Your Wellness Vibe Today)?!~
by PoliteOcean
Last post
 September 10th
...See more HEY EVERYONE~  ❤️ WELCOME TO HEALTHY LIVING’S “WELLNESS WEDNESDAY”~  ❤️ What’s on your Feel-good list today? Pick the one that Best fits how you are “Vibing”~ Perhaps you’re even feeling a “Mix” of these? Let us know!  ❤️WHAT’S YOUR “WELLNESS VIBE” TODAY?! 
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Weekly Healthy Living Check-In September 5th, 2026
by PoliteOcean
Last post
 September 10th
...See more WEEKLY HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN SEPTEMBER 5th, 2026 HEY EVERYONE~  ⭐WELCOME To Our End of the week "WEEKLY" HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN~ This is our "FIRST" Check-in for "SEPTEMBER"~ ☀️🌻🍁 ⭐FEEL FREE TO RESPOND TO "ANY OR ALL" QUESTIONS!~ Or... Simply tell us about yourself & how you've been doing!... Feel free to share your week with us!... Or tell us about your personal Wellness journey. We are here to support you! ☀️ Hey all, Welcome to the Weekend.. And Welcome to September~... How has this first week gone for you?.. Do any of you have plans for the Long Labor Day Holiday weekend ahead?! 🌻 This is our "FIRST" Check-in for the Month of "SEPTEMBER"~... As we move into this 9th Chapter of the year, how are you feeling about things, And What is something that you are looking forward to this Month ahead?! 🍁 Do you have any New or Personal Goals/Interests (wellness or otherwise), that you'd like to focus on as we've officially entered this Last remaining Quarter of the year? ☀️ JUST FOR FUN:  Name a TV/Movie Actor or Actress whose Movies or Shows you could always watch on Repeat?!...  🌻 What were your "Highlights or Struggles" of the week?... How were you able to work through Challenges in a Healthy Way?! 🍁 What is something else that "YOU" want to Talk about, Add, Or Share with us this week?!... We want to hear from YOU~    Healthy Living Team & Leaders: @PoliteOcean @vivelespatates  @vivelespatates @Regmo @purpleTree4652 @CyclingThroughLife @InsightfulPhoenix @nordurnStar @KateDoskocilova @KatePersephone @ @Rebekahwriter13  @calmsoulmeet @sweetrosa1987  @AffyAvo @Caringmama2022 @CarolineEmily01  @determinedCat7367 @diamondintheROUGH2022  @GoldenNest2727  @selflessSpruce1515 @SilverSeastar @Spectaculaur @BestMaple2045  @determinedNest6866 @HipsterChic @DestinyM2026 @charmingSky597 @GreenFairie @WayJay @orangeHuman868 @lilCatNamedVenus @cal1860 @Mya000 @daydreammemories @courageousField2151 @2Ears2Hear @bubblingPresence2474 @TheListenerPK1122 @Ailuraphilelove8tear9 @Ava47  **AND ANY & ALL THAT WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH US~
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Help starting weight loss
by guff05
Last post
 September 8th
...See more Ive been feeling pretty sad because I want to lose weight so badly. I almost constantly tell myself that I need to lose weight but I never actually do anything. I have gym equipment at my home but whenever I have time to do a workout I dont. I havent worked out in many years. I also constantly tell myself to eat healthier but its like I just cant control myself. I hate it. I went to my doctor and got medicine to help me with my cravings but I feel like it dosent work. Their is also a local gym training place that could help, but I work a 9 to 5 and when I get home I just want to relax. I seriously need advice or something to help me lose weight. I also thought of getting meal plans like factor so I skip the fast food I eat for lunch (my work pays for lunch and its usually fast food) but food plans are so expensive. I need help.
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Healthy Living’s: “Wellness Wednesday” 9/2/26 (September SelfCare)~
by PoliteOcean
Last post
 September 5th
...See more HEY EVERYONE~  ❤️WELCOME TO HEALTHY LIVING’S “WELLNESS WEDNESDAY”~  💕It’s September already!.. And another new Month to focus on your personal wellness!  💕Whether it already comes Natural, or Whether it takes some personal work, we all need Selfcare time. Time to focus on our personal wellness Physically, mentally, & emotionally~  ❤️ WHAT’S ON YOUR SEPTEMBER “SELF-CARE” LIST THIS MONTH?!.. HOW WILL YOU BE TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF?!
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Weekly Healthy Living Check-In August 29th, 2026
by PoliteOcean
Last post
 September 1st
...See more WEEKLY HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN AUGUST 29th, 2026 HEY EVERYONE~  ⭐WELCOME To Our End of the week "WEEKLY" HEALTHY LIVING CHECK-IN~ This is our "Last" Check-in for "August"~ ☀️🌊🌴 ⭐FEEL FREE TO RESPOND TO "ANY OR ALL" QUESTIONS!~ Or... Simply tell us about yourself & how you've been doing!... Feel free to share your week with us!... Or tell us about your personal Wellness journey. We are here to support you! ☀️ Hey all, Welcome to the Weekend~... What plans are on your Calendar for this weekend ahead?! 🌴 This is our "5TH & FINAL" Check-in for the Month... How did this last week of it go for you?.... As we turn the page away from August & wrap it up, How do you feel that this Month has gone for you overall?! 🌊 August 30th Celebrates "NATIONAL BEACH DAY"... It's an observance focused on appreciating  Coastal areas & encouraging Clean-ups & Safe Beach practices~... If you're a Beach-goer, What do you enjoy the MOST about it?!.. What's the BEST beach you've ever Visited & what about it makes it a favorite for you?... What's ONE Beach that you'd love to Visit but haven't yet?... And If you "Aren't" a beach-goer, What makes you feel that way? ☀️ JUST FOR FUN:  It's Still Summer-time, we're going to the Islands~... If you were Stuck on a deserted island & only had "ONE" food to get by on that started with the "FIRST LETTER" of your "7CUPS name", Which Food is keeping you going until you're rescued?!... (I'll start: Pineapples)~ 🌴 What were your "Highlights or Struggles" of the week?... How were you able to work through Challenges in a Healthy Way?! 🌊 What is something else that "YOU" want to Talk about, Add, Or Share with us this week?!... We want to hear from YOU~    Healthy Living Team & Leaders: @PoliteOcean @vivelespatates  @vivelespatates @Regmo @purpleTree4652 @CyclingThroughLife @InsightfulPhoenix @nordurnStar @KateDoskocilova @KatePersephone @ @Rebekahwriter13  @calmsoulmeet @sweetrosa1987  @AffyAvo @Caringmama2022 @CarolineEmily01  @determinedCat7367 @diamondintheROUGH2022  @GoldenNest2727  @selflessSpruce1515 @SilverSeastar @Spectaculaur @BestMaple2045  @determinedNest6866 @HipsterChic @DestinyM2026 @charmingSky597 @GreenFairie @WayJay @orangeHuman868 @lilCatNamedVenus @cal1860 @Mya000 @daydreammemories @courageousField2151 @2Ears2Hear @bubblingPresence2474 @TheListenerPK1122 @Ailuraphilelove8tear9 @Ava47  **AND ANY & ALL THAT WOULD LIKE TO SHARE WITH US~
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DID YOU DRINK WATER TODAY?
by Lucy404
Last post
 August 30th
...See more Be honest, how many cups of water you drank today ?👀
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When did “healthy” start feeling so complicated?
by Bhrigs
Last post
 August 30th
...See more I feel like healthy living gets turned into this massive checklist , gym, diet, sleep, productivity, mindfulness, everything at once. Sometimes just doing what makes you feel a little more human that day is enough.
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How Are You Taking Care Of YOU?
by kindSpring9654
Last post
 August 30th
...See more Hey everyone! I'm new to the 7 Cups platform and I just joined the healthy living community. I'd love to start a thread that invites you to comment what you're doing this week to take care of yourself. I'll go first! This week I have gone/will continue to go to a workout class once a day. I joined a group fitness gym last year and it has really improved my mental and physical health. I'm also reading a great book right now. Your turn to comment below!

Welcome friends to the Healthy Living Support Subcommunity here at 7cups! heart

Healthy Living is a journey regarding ones "complete" well-being. "Physical, Mental, Emotional or Spiritual". Here you will find the support to help you move forward in your goals and be your best self. No matter where you are on your journey, we are here for you!

"It's not about being the best it's about being better than you were yesterday" - Unknown

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