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November 1, 2021

Simple tips for staying happy, healthy, and connected

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Even if you have a regular routine, it still takes conscious effort to keep up with your commitments and obligations. That’s why finding a happy place between your to-dos and ‘doing you’ is so important. It can be good to explore new tools and systems that you haven’t tried before, to see what might help you stay on track. This can help you fine-tune your approach to being productive and fulfilled, in the short term and looking into the future. Here are 10 tips that show how you can reduce some stress and bring a little ease back into your day-to-day.

Check out the list we’ve put together for you below.

Get organized, stay productive, and enjoy

DIY greeting cards: Save time and money by making your own cards for any occasion. With plenty of templates to choose from, to use with your favorite Microsoft 365 app, it’s easy to create and send the perfect cards to celebrate special events and milestones.
Organizing get-togethers: Whether your days are busy or quiet, getting together with friends and loved ones might be just what you need to find your balance. Use Microsoft OneNote as a digital notebook to jot down all your event planning details and to-dos so you can check them off one by one as you make your vision a reality.
Keeping track of your recipes: Interested in trying out tasty new dishes or amping up your meal planning? Track down the perfect recipes online and save them for easy reference using Collections in Microsoft Edge.
Create new traditions: The world has changed so much in the last couple years, and your social life probably has too. If you’re looking for fun ways to maintain meaningful connections, Microsoft Bing can help you search the far corners of the web to learn about and create new traditions year-round with your friends and family.
Prioritizing play: If you’re looking for a way to bring more play into your day, or amp up your gaming experience, Xbox Game Pass is a great way in. Get access to a huge catalogue of games and enjoy day-of new releases.
Keeping connections strong: Even if you’re miles apart from loved ones, you can still come together in a matter of seconds. Microsoft Teams helps you get together with your friends and family wherever they are.
Saving time and money while you shop: Whether you’re researching a potential purchase, looking for gifts, or browsing for fun, Microsoft Edge can help you get the best deal when you’re shopping online in the U.S. Plus, the productivity features help you easily organize and save your search results.
Staying on budget: If you’re looking for new or fresh ways to stay on track with your spending and saving, try a free budget template for Microsoft Excel. Choose from a range of templates to meet your budgeting needs, including individual, family, travel, life events, and more. Use the template as is or add your own categories to track over time.
Upgrade your PC experience: When was the last time you got yourself something new? If you’ve been putting off upgrading your devices, maybe it’s time. When you upgrade to a PC with Windows 11, you can enjoy all the new features that make your life easier, including a balanced desktop experience and improved communication and connection tools like Microsoft Teams with chat and text features.
Maximize your time: When it comes to staying productive with your time, it can be helpful to take quick breaks to keep things interesting. You can use Windows 11 widgets to help you access bite-sized moments of news, stocks, entertainment, and more throughout your busy day.