Simple Ways To Energise Our Minds & Bodies For Work

Feeling flat after returning to work after a long holiday break makes it hard to get back into the swing of things when our brain cogs are trying to regain momentum.  Sitting in front of the television after a day at work with a remote control in hand can be a tempting & unhealthy habit to form.

Here Are A Few Things We Can Do For Some Real Lasting Energy

Eating healthy nutritious food and undertaking regular exercise helps beat that sluggish feeling.  Improve circulation to all areas of the body with regular exercise to gain mental health benefits.

Here are some forms of exercise we can undertake to keep us looking and feeling healthy and energetic.

1. Walk or Run – consider heading out for a walk or a run after work. Walking is low impact for those who prefer to take a less strenuous form of exercise. Take your dog along if you have one. Dog’s are great company and you can both keep fit.
2. Join a Gym – Use equipment such as weights, treadmills, rowing machines and the majority of gyms have fitness programs and personal trainers available at extra cost.
3. Ride a Bike – Bike riding has been said to not feel like exercise because it’s so enjoyable. Take in the scenery as you travel faster through longer distances.
4. Swim – Doing laps at the pool after work exercises all the muscle groups. Swimming can also be really exhilarating and uplifting. Low impact swimming or water aerobics is available at most local pools.
5. Take Up a Team Sports – There are loads of different sports programs running by community groups in most areas on an annual basis. Some of those might run seasonal.  Tennis, swim squad, touch footy, Oz tag, netball and soccer are but a few of the sporting activities available.  Search for one online nearest you.

Eating the Right Foods

Start the new year with good eating habits.  A healthy balanced diet is beneficial for your whole body and brain to function at its peak.

1. Good Nutrition – Eat plenty of vegetables to clean out your body and detoxify your liver. Balance your diet with a good variety of healthy foods.  Good nutrition is vital for looking after our bodies for a long healthy life coupled with a regular exercise routine.
2. Stay Hydrated – drink plenty of water.  Without the right amount of water daily our body will not be working at optimum capacity. A lack of water or dehydration can be quite dangerous to our health.  It can also make us feel extremely tired and unwell.  Drinking at least 2 Litres of water a day is said to be the ideal amount of water intake for an adult.

After a few weeks the benefits of looking after yourself will begin to show.

aifc Admin.

Where to Get Help

Talk to your doctor and see a mental health professional.
Visit CCAA to search for a Christian counsellor near you.
Visit ACA to search for a counsellor near you.

Free 24/7 Counselling Services

Lifeline on 13 11 14
Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800
MensLine Australia on 1300 789 978
Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue on 1300 22 46 36
Headspace on 1800 650 890

Studying at aifc

Have you thought about counselling?   It’s a great opportunity to learn how you can extend God’s love and grace to the hurting out in the community.

For those who would like to enrol in aifc’s accredited Christian counselling courses we have two intakes per year for courses commencing around the following months:

–The beginning of each year in February
-Mid-Year courses commence in July

Enrolment Season – opens approximately 2 months prior our courses commencing. Enquire now and fill out the form with your details to receive course information by email.  Enrol online here during our enrolment season.

Those living overseas can study aifc’s courses via our Distance Based Program.
The International  Student Program,  enables those with a student visa to Study On Campus in Sydney.

Note: A Master of Counselling course will be commencing in 2018.

Contact aifc Monday to Friday from 9am – 5pm with your enquiries on 6242 5111 or toll free on 1300 721 397