For some, the idea may seem like a huge challenge. When you’re feeling stuck, it may feel like there is no alternative and there is no better way to do things. In fact, there are many different ways to rise above that are healthy and fun! Here are some ways to keep your mind and body active.
Find your passion! Be yourself! Go out and seek what makes you happy. Surrounding yourself with the right people who support who you truly can allow you to authentically flourish. They will help you do what is right for you.
For help on staying true to yourself, follow these links:
Being an active member in the community is not only a great way to rise above, but it can also give a sense of fulfillment and joy. There are so many different ways to get involved in the community, no matter what your passion or hobbies are! The possibilities are endless.
Volunteering can be a great way to rise above and help out your community. Volunteering can range from helping out in a soup kitchen, fixing community trails or reading to sick children. No matter what your passion is, you can find a volunteering position that is a great match.
To find more about different ways to volunteer, see volunteermatch.org.
Work can be a way to both rise above and make money at the same time. Oftentimes, people don’t put the words “fun” and “work” together, much less in the same sentence. But it doesn’t have to be that way! You spend a lot of time at your job, and it is important for that to be in a healthy and fun environment. Once you enjoy yourself at work, you become more productive and it can transform your life.
For help on finding joy at work, see these links:
Once you know what you’re looking for, check out websites like indeed.com
or keep an eye out for opportunities listed in your school or community
Clubs and Activities create friendships and promote positive living. High schools and colleges statewide have hundreds of clubs, varying from traditional chess or key clubs to ski and book clubs. Go out and try something new! And if the club you are interested in doesn’t exist in your school, think about starting a chapter! If not you, who?
Exercise can be liberating for the mind, body and soul. Whether it's inside or outside, intense or mild, everyday or once a week, exercise has been proven to help eliminate stress and take care of our health. It is literally healthy fun!
Below are some ideas to help get you started!
Running is one of the most universal ways to exercise. You can run anytime, anywhere and with anyone! Starting to run may seem difficult in the beginning, but fear not! You can do it. If you’d rather go for just a walk, that’s perfectly fine! Walking is a great way to relax and get a breath of fresh air.
Bike Riding lets you rise above, get a workout in and explore the great outdoors at the same time! You can bike around your hometown or find a trail nearby to try out for the first time. Just make sure that any trails that you bike on are permitted for bikers.
Going to the Gym is a common way to get the muscles moving and the heartbeat going. While working out at a gym, you can meet new people, set up a routine and pick from hundreds of different workout sets. It is a very good way to have healthy fun!
Dancing is a wonderful way to exercise and express yourself. There are many different types of dance, ranging from hip-hop to ballet. You can dance solo, with a partner or an entire group.
Hiking reconnects you to nature and opens the many possibilities of the great outdoors. Breathing fresh air and seeing the beautiful sights nature has to offer relieves stress and is fun!
Joining a Sports Team creates friendships, gives regular exercise and can help you to rise above. There are so many different opportunities. From golf to bowling to kickball to soccer, you can find just about anything that makes you happy and keeps you healthy and connected to other healthy peers.
Skiing or Snowboarding is exciting and fun! The scenery is beautiful as well. This popular Colorado activity is sure to help you meet new people and get outside. Don’t be afraid if you are a beginner! There are plenty of people with a vast range of skill levels.
Swimming is a low-impact way to have healthy fun. You can exercise by making workout intervals, or you can just hop in the pool with a friend and catch up. No matter what you choose, you will have a great time and your body will thank you.
While outdoors and fresh air is great, sometimes an indoor activity could be beneficial as well. Finding a new hobby or something you are passionate about can lead to a happy, healthy, active lifestyle. Go out and see what makes you happy and meet new people along the way.
Here are some popular hobbies that you may like to try.
Singing, either alone, in a choir or as part of a band, lets you express yourself and have fun while doing it. Anyone can sing, so go for it! Find your inner voice.
Reading lets you experience a whole new world. There are so many different books out there for you to choose from. You can pick from multiple different genres such as fantasy, non-fiction, comedy or science fiction. There is no limit to the different kinds of books you can find. This is another hobby that can serve as great alone time or an outlet to be active with your community. Check with friends of community members to see if there is a local book club you can join. If not, pick a book for you and a friend to read and have fun discussing the book afterwards.
Art lets you create and find your inner imagination. Everyone is a good artist, no matter what. It is only when we compare ourselves to other things that we seem to believe otherwise. There are numerous ways to create art and beauty is truly in the eye of the beholder so don’t be afraid to experiment and create something new!
Crafts can be a great way to engage your mind while creating something cool - plus, it can be done alone or with friends! Activities like knitting, embroidery, crochet, have been shown to reduce stress, enhance mood and build self-esteem.
Music can be another fun way for you to branch out and try something new. The list of different instruments is nearly unlimited, and there are so many different ways to get involved!
Photography is a hobby that many seem to enjoy along with other hobbies. Going for a walk? Grab your camera and snap a few shots along the way. Cell phones make diving into this activity very easy.
Journaling is a great individual activity that is a good way to get emotions out, whether or not you share it with someone is up to you. It can look formal like retelling your day or it can be informal like writing different words that your feeling all over a page.
Cooking might just very well be the best thing out there! Who doesn’t love food, right? The different possibilities are endless, from baking a pie to grilling some BBQ for the family to a gourmet meal for that special someone.
Gardening can be a lovely way to enjoy the outdoors and see some returns from all your hard work. Go reconnect yourself to nature!
Being active can look and feel different for everyone. It can mean stimulating your brain, your body, or a combination of both. Whatever it is, making the decision to be an active member of your world is beneficial to yourself and those around you!
