Rhythm as Wellbeing
Explore how small, rhythmic activities throughout the day can have a lasting
impact on how you feel.
Habits
Abstract
Bring rhythm into your everyday routines with playlists designed for walking, cooking, cleaning and other daily activities. Small rhythmic habits can make everyday tasks more enjoyable and easier to stick with.
Objectives
More enjoyable daily routines
Increased motivation to keep moving
Healthier habits become automatic
A greater sense of wellbeing
Materials
Our better habits guide
Our walk, cook & clean to the beat playlists
Music streaming app
Headphones or speaker
Everyday activities
Method
Use a playlist every day
Choose one daily routine to begin with
Continue for at least 8 weeks
Sleep
Abstract
Use calming rhythms, gentle tapping and relaxing playlists to help your brain and body wind down before bed. Create a simple bedtime routine that signals it's time to sleep.
Objectives
Feeling more relaxed before bed
Falling asleep more easily
Better quality sleep
Waking up feeling more refreshed
Materials
Our better sleep guide
Our sleep to the beat playlist
Headphones or speaker
A quiet bedtime routine
Method
Every evening before bed
15-30 minutes
Continue for 4-8 weeks
Connect
Abstract
Join others through the shared experience of rhythm. Whether it's a family get together, a local drum group, or drumming along with others online, making music together can help build confidence, connection and belonging.
Objectives
Feeling more connected to others
Increased confidence
Improved mood
Materials
Our better connection guide
Our connect to the beat playlist
Drums, shakers or household items
An open space (indoors or outdoors)
Chairs arranged in a circle
Method
Attend one session each week
Continue for 8-10 weeks
Use call-and-response to get started
Reflect on how you feel after each session