Notice
Pause and check in with your body, breath and mood, without needing to fix anything straight away.
Mental wellbeing, one quiet moment at a time
Make a little room
to be still.
Still is a calm corner of the internet for everyday mental wellbeing. Simple, gentle practices to help you slow down, notice how you feel, and come back to yourself.
Our approach
Small, kind, and repeatable
Wellbeing rarely comes from big changes. It grows from small moments of attention that you can return to on an ordinary day.
Soften
Use your breath and gentle movement to let tension ease, so the next moment feels a little lighter.
Return
Come back to what matters to you: rest, connection, and the people and places that help you feel steady.
Everyday practices
Gentle things to try today
Each practice takes only a few minutes. Pick one that suits how you feel right now.
Five-senses grounding
Name five things you can see, four you can touch, three you can hear, two you can smell and one you can taste. It gently brings your attention back to the present.
Body scan
Starting at your feet, slowly move your attention up through your body. Notice any tightness and let each breath out invite it to soften.
Three good things
Before bed, write down three things that went well today, however small, and what part you played in them.
An unhurried walk
Walk a little slower than usual, without your phone if you can. Notice the light, the air, and the rhythm of your steps.
Reach out
Send a short message to someone you trust. Connection is one of the most reliable ways to feel a little more held.
A softer wind-down
Dim the lights, put screens away for the last half hour, and let your mind know the day is closing.
Breathe with us
A one-minute reset
Follow the circle: breathe in as it grows, hold gently, and breathe out as it settles. Slow, steady breathing can help your body shift out of a stressed state.
Breathe in for 4, hold for 4, out for 6. Stop if you feel light-headed, and breathe normally.
Ready when you are
You don't have to feel better all at once. Feeling a little steadier is enough for today.
Getting support
You don't have to manage alone
The practices here are for everyday wellbeing. They are not a substitute for professional care.
Talk to someone
If low mood, anxiety or stress is affecting your daily life, speaking with a doctor, counsellor or therapist can help. Reaching out is a sign of strength.
If you are in crisis
If you are thinking about harming yourself or feel unsafe, please contact your local emergency number now, or go to your nearest emergency department. You can also reach a crisis helpline in your country; they are free and confidential.