10 Realistic Wellbeing Goals for Carers
🌍 Real Care. Real Life. Real Wellbeing.
Let’s be honest — if you’re a carer, setting wellbeing goals can feel like adding more work to an already endless list.
But wellbeing doesn’t have to mean a total lifestyle overhaul. It’s not about perfection — it’s about small, realistic changes that actually fit into the life you’re already living.
Here are 10 realistic wellbeing goals for carers — ones you might actually keep.
And yes, you can even set your first goal in Peopleoo to help track your progress, share it with others, and get the encouragement you deserve.
💛 1️⃣ Drink More Water (Properly This Time)
We’re not talking about half a cup of tea at 3pm.
Set a simple goal: one full glass of water before each meal or round of medication.
Hydration helps with energy, focus, and mood — and it’s free.
Bonus: it’s the easiest wellbeing win there is.
💛 2️⃣ Take at Least One Proper Break
No, toilet breaks don’t count.
Even five minutes outside or sitting in silence can make a huge difference.
If you struggle to stop, pair it with something you already do — like a cup of tea, or updating your Peopleoo Circle.
Goal: One real break every day. No guilt. No multitasking.
💛 3️⃣ Move Your Body a Bit More
You don’t need a gym, fancy trainers, or an app subscription.
Just add gentle movement: stretch before bed, walk while on the phone, or do a few shoulder rolls between tasks.
Small movement breaks release tension and wake your body up — ideal after long shifts or sitting with someone for hours.
💛 4️⃣ Eat Like You Deserve It
Caring burns energy — emotional and physical.
Your wellbeing goal might simply be: “One balanced meal a day.”
That could be toast with eggs, a slow cooker stew, or even a ready meal with some salad on the side.
Fuel your body like it matters — because it does.
💛 5️⃣ Set a Boundary (and Keep It)
Boundaries are self-care in action.
Maybe it’s finishing your shift on time, saying no to one extra task, or switching your work phone off when you’re off duty.
Boundaries don’t make you difficult — they make you sustainable.
Goal: Choose one clear limit that protects your energy this week.
💛 6️⃣ Talk About the Tough Stuff
Caring can feel lonely, and sometimes you just need to say it out loud.
Share what’s hard with a friend, colleague, or on Peopleoo Circles. You can even post anonymously using “Post your voice, not your name.”
Goal: Share one thought, challenge, or reflection this week — just to get it off your chest.
💛 7️⃣ Sleep Like You Mean It
We know, this one’s tricky.
But better sleep is about quality, not just quantity.
Try this:
Turn your phone off 15 minutes earlier.
Dim the lights.
Give yourself permission to rest, even if sleep doesn’t come straight away.
A tired carer can’t pour from an empty cup — so this one really matters.
💛 8️⃣ Reconnect with Something You Love
Caring can blur your sense of self, so set a goal to reconnect with something that’s yours.
That might be:
Watching your favourite film.
Playing football or gaming with a friend.
Fixing something in the shed.
Listening to a podcast that makes you laugh.
Getting outside, even for ten minutes.
Small joys refill your energy faster than you think.
💛 9️⃣ Recognise the Wins (Even the Tiny Ones)
Not every victory looks dramatic. Sometimes it’s as simple as:
Someone smiled today.
I didn’t burn dinner.
I remembered to take my own medication.
When something goes right, mark it.
Post a Special Mention on Peopleoo or share your moment in a Circle.
Recognition is a wellbeing habit worth building.
💛 🔟 Make Connection Your Goal
Isolation chips away at wellbeing.
Stay connected — even digitally.
Join a Circle on Peopleoo where you can chat, swap stories, and share encouragement with people who get it.
A five-minute conversation can change how the rest of your day feels.
🌱 Your First Step: Set Your First Goal
Wellbeing isn’t about huge change — it’s about one small step, done regularly.
So pick one from this list — the easiest one.
Then set your first wellbeing goal in Peopleoo and share it with your Circle.
You might inspire someone else to start theirs too.
Because every small act of self-care adds up to something powerful — a community of caring people who remember to care for themselves, too. 💛