We asked our readers to share their daily rituals that make all the difference to their mental health. Here’s what they said. 

Rhonda Searle - Walking in the bush or along the beach.

Jo Balland - A cleaning lady 90 minutes a fortnight that is part of my aged care package. It’s such a relief.

Jules Higginson - Caring for 18 rescued cats!

Jill McNee - Leaving a toxic environment called work.

Maureen James Barlow - A big social circle, a great boyfriend and getting away into the bush with my dogs in my camper-van.

Jan Vickers - Being myself and not caring what others thought.

Ken Bottrell - Meditation and moving away from toxic people.

Christine Van Poppel – Moving out of the city and back to the countryside.

Marlene Hassett - Adopting my greyhound.

Rory Semple - Eat better, no take out, being active and away from sitting at a desk.

David Taylor – Seventies music!

Janice Ann Jensen - Doing crossword puzzles and line dancing.

Di Riddell - Staying connected with friends.

Susan Rough - Playing lawn bowls.

Marlene Paskov - Gardening.

Lois Collins - Not having to host Christmas anymore and always having a dog or two around. 

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