Are YOU ready to hit the reset button for a healthier, more balanced life? The 31-Day RWJBarnabas Health Mental Wellness Challenge starts May 1st!
Every day, try a simple, science-backed activity to boost mood, reduce stress, and build lasting healthy habits. Go at your own pace — this is about progress, not perfection! No guilt if you miss a day; just pick up where you left off. Ready to feel better, together? Let’s do this!
Visit us on Instagram (@rwjbarnabas_health) for weekly videos from Marie, Chief Medical Officer for Behavioral Health at RWJBarnabas Health, delivering encouragement and a look ahead, and check out our Stories each day to stay on track!
Take videos and photos of your progress and tag us when you post them.
Week 1
If your "low battery&qweuot; light has been flashing, THIS is your sign to recharge.
Hit 'RESET' 🔄 today!
Don't just survive the week—thrive through it with expert tips from Dr. Marie Didario, Chief Medical Officer, RWJBarnabas Health Behavioral Health Services, who is here to kick off the RWJBarnabas Health Mental Wellness Challenge and will be back with us each Friday to encourage us and look ahead to the next week’s daily challenges.
Day 1: Start the month by writing 3 things you are grateful for
Day 2: Go on a hike or walk
Day 3: Garden or visit a local garden shop
Day 4: Drink only water today
Day 5: Do a small gesture of kindness
Day 6: Write a short poem
Day 7: Complete a workout
Don’t forget to check out our IG Stories each day to stay on track!
If you or a loved one seeks behavioral health support, RWJBarnabas Health Behavioral Health clinicians are ready to answer your questions or provide you with a referral to a mental health specialist 24/7. Call the RWJBarnabas Health Access Center at 1-800-300-0628.
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Week 2
Week 2 of our Mental Health Challenge is officially here! This week’s vibe: CONNECTION🤝 CLARITY 🧠 SELF-BELIEF 🔥
Week 1 is in the books✅
Who’s in for Week 2?!
Day 8: Check in on an old friend
Day 9: Declutter one room
Day 10: Do something for yourself without guilt
Day 11: Go to bed an hour earlier than usual
Day 12: Donate to a local charity
Day 13: Write down 10 affirmations
Day 14: Cross an item off your to-do list
Don’t forget to check out our IG Stories each day to stay on track!
If you or a loved one seeks behavioral health support, RWJBarnabas Health Behavioral Health clinicians are ready to answer your questions or provide you with a referral to a mental health specialist 24/7. Call the RWJBarnabas Health Access Center at 1-800-300-0628.
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Week 3
Here's your permission to PAUSE🧘♂️
Nourish body and mind with simple, restorative acts during Week 3 of our Mental Health Challenge.
NO pressure!
Just pure resetting🤍 🤣 👯🎾
Day 15: Take 10 minutes to read
Day 16: Order in and watch a movie with loved ones
Day 17: Plan and cook a healthy meal
Day 18: Listen to your favorite song
Day 19: Make a list of 6 things you love about yourself
Day 20: Schedule 20 minutes of at-home spa time
Day 21: Try a 5-minute meditation
Don’t forget to check out our IG Stories each day to stay on track!
If you or a loved one seeks behavioral health support, RWJBarnabas Health Behavioral Health clinicians are ready to answer your questions or provide you with a referral to a mental health specialist 24/7. Call the RWJBarnabas Health Access Center at 1-800-300-0628.
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Week 4
Mental health isn't just about processing the heavy stuff—it's also about creating space for happiness, play and community! This week, our Mental Health Challenge focuses on presence👥, creativity🎨 and social connection👯
Lean into what truly fills your cup - play a game🎾, enjoy a favorite hobby🎸or just🤣
Day 22: Work on your hobby/passion
Day 23: Spend time with family/friends
Day 24: Spend time outside
Day 25: Visit one of your favorite places for a quiet moment of reflection
Day 26: Play a board or card game
Day 27: Have lunch with good company
Day 28: Plan something to look forward to
Don’t forget to check out our IG Stories each day to stay on track!
If you or a loved one seeks behavioral health support, RWJBarnabas Health Behavioral Health clinicians are ready to answer your questions or provide you with a referral to a mental health specialist 24/7. Call the RWJBarnabas Health Access Center at 1-800-300-0628.
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Week 5
We made it to the final days of our Mental Health Challenge! Let’s finish this journey strong, with a focus on self compliments; presence; and mindfulness.
To everyone who joined our Mental Health Challenge this month: look how far you have come🤍
That is a massive win.
Carry these habits forward, because your mental wellness matters EVERY.SINGLE.DAY.
Don’t forget to check out our Stories these last days to stay on track.
Day 29: Write 5 compliments to yourself on sticky notes and put them in places you will see them often
Day 30: Wake up early and watch the sunrise
Day 31: End the month by journaling about your completed challenges
If you or a loved one seeks behavioral health support, RWJBarnabas Health Behavioral Health clinicians are ready to answer your questions or provide you with a referral to a mental health specialist 24/7. Call the RWJBarnabas Health Access Center at 1-800-300-0628.
#RWJBHMentalWellnessChallenge #MentalHealthMatters #HealthyMind #StressRelief #MindBodyBalance