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2 To make an appointment to view our apartments, please call Shelly on 5578 3433 or visit www.ehrv.com.au Earle Haven Independent Living Units Our one bedroom units include: •Courtesy shopping daily bus •Doctor’s surgery and 24 hour emergency care on site • Licenced restaurant and coffee shop open 7 days a week • Shopping centres and railway station close by •Swimming pool, lawn and indoor bowls, mini golf, croquet • Library and craft room •Maintenance and gardening incl. in fees • Optional Extra’s include- Three meals per day in dining room, weekly clean and heavy laundry service Prices Start from $120,000 (Studio) $140,000 (1 bedroom) Ten Easy Ways to Start Your Day on a Positive Note We all know mornings can go one of two ways. Some days you wake up feeling ready to take on the world. Other days, not so much. The good news is that you don’t need a perfect routine or boundless energy to start your day on the right foot — just a few simple habits that help you ease into the day feeling a little more positive. muscles and get the blood flowing. 4. Have something to look forward to It might be your morning coffee, a favourite radio show or sitting quietly with the paper. Starting the day with something you enjoy makes a big difference. 5. Eat something sensible Breakfast doesn’t have to be fancy. A piece of toast, fruit or a bowl of cereal gives your body fuel and helps avoid that mid-morning slump. 6. Drink a glass of water It’s a simple habit many of us forget. Hydrating early can help you feel more alert and refreshed. 7. Go easy on the news and social media There’s no rule that says you have to know everything first thing in the morning. If the headlines raise your blood pressure, leave them for later. 8. Take a quiet moment A minute of gratitude, a short prayer, or simply enjoying the silence can set As we get older, mornings can feel especially important. A good start can make the rest of the day feel smoother, while a rushed or stressful beginning can linger longer than we’d like. That’s why small, steady habits often work better than grand plans that are hard to stick to. Here are ten easy, realistic ways to set yourself up for a better morning. 1. Don’t rush out of bed If you can, give yourself a minute before jumping up. Stretch your arms, wiggle your toes and take a couple of slow breaths. It helps your body wake up gently — especially if joints aren’t as cooperative as they once were. 2. Let the light in Open the curtains or step outside for a moment. Natural light signals to your body that it’s time to get moving and can lift your mood surprisingly quickly. 3. Move, even just a little You don’t need a full workout. A short walk, a few stretches or pottering around the garden can loosen stiff a calmer tone for the day ahead. 9. Pick one thing to get done Instead of a long to-do list, choose just one thing you’d like to achieve. It gives the day some direction without feeling overwhelming. 10. Be kind to yourself Not every day will start well — and that’s okay. A positive morning isn’t about being cheerful all the time. It’s about meeting the day with patience and a bit of self-compassion. Starting your day on a positive note doesn’t mean everything will go perfectly. There will still be interruptions, unexpected phone calls and the odd curveball. But when you begin calmly and intentionally, you’re better equipped to handle whatever comes your way. Sometimes, the smallest changes in the morning can lead to the biggest improvements in how the rest of the day feels — and that’s well worth trying.

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