7 Small Habits That Improve Carer Wellbeing
🌍 The Power of Small Habits
Caring for others is one of the most meaningful things you can do — but it’s also emotionally and physically demanding.
The truth is, you don’t always have time for grand gestures of self-care (we see you, 12-hour shift people). But small daily habits can quietly rebuild your energy, confidence, and joy.
These aren’t about perfection — they’re about consistency.
Here are seven easy, doable habits to boost your wellbeing as a carer — wherever you work, however you care.
💛 1️⃣ Track Your Steps (and Celebrate the Wins)
You don’t need a gym membership to stay active — if you work in care, you’re already moving more than most!
Start tracking your daily step count using your phone or smartwatch. It’s a simple way to see just how much you already do and to set small, realistic goals.
And when you hit them? Celebrate! Every step counts — literally.
💛 2️⃣ Start Your Shift with a Little Self-Care
You don’t need to be on an aeroplane to do a face mask or hair treatment.
Before your next shift, take five minutes to do something that feels nice just for you.
Pop on a leave-in conditioner, a hand cream, or a brightening face serum before heading out.
It’s a quiet reminder that you deserve care, too — not just the people you support.
💛 3️⃣ Send a Special Mention
Recognition is powerful — and giving it feels just as good as receiving it.
Send a Special Mention on Peopleoo to a colleague, friend, or family member who deserves to be seen. It could be for handling a tough day, helping someone laugh, or simply showing up with kindness.
Then use the handy sharing tool on Peopleoo to spread the positivity even further. Why not share how good you are?
Peopleoo is here to make you look good — and to champion #RespectCaring by sharing the incredible work happening across care every single day.
You’ll lift someone else’s mood, boost your own, and help change the way the world sees caring people.
💛 4️⃣ “Ooo” Someone Up
When words aren’t enough (or you’re too tired to type), send an “Ooo” on Peopleoo — a little burst of love, encouragement, or appreciation.
It’s a tiny digital gesture that says “I see you,” “you’re doing great,” or “thank you.”
And the best bit? You’ll get a wave of warmth back — because giving feels good.
💛 5️⃣ Complete a Quiz and Recognise Your Knowledge
Carers are full of experience, but it’s easy to forget just how much you know.
Spend five minutes completing one of Peopleoo’s quizzes — from care skills to wellbeing topics — and remind yourself of your knowledge and expertise.
It’s an instant confidence boost and a great conversation starter in your next Peopleoo Circle.
You’ve got more skills than you think. Let yourself feel proud of that.
💛 6️⃣ Share Something in a Circle
Connection is care — and one of the easiest ways to build it is by sharing something in a Peopleoo Circle.
It could be a tip, a funny moment, or a small story from your week. You never know who might need to read it.
Caring can be lonely, but these small shared moments create community — and remind you that you’re not doing it alone.
💛 7️⃣ Find One Thing That Brings You Delight
Resilience grows when you notice joy.
Each day, find one delightful thing — a smile, a song, a kind word, a sunset. Say it out loud: “Delight.”
It sounds silly, but it trains your brain to spot the good stuff even on the hardest days.
And when you see something wonderful in someone else’s day? Share it.
Positivity multiplies when you pass it on.
🌱 Small Habits, Big Difference
Wellbeing doesn’t need to be complicated. It’s built from small moments of care — for yourself, your colleagues, and your community.
Whether it’s tracking your steps, sharing gratitude, or celebrating your knowledge, these little acts add up to something powerful: a healthier, happier you.
And with Peopleoo, you don’t have to do it alone — your care community is only a tap away.