World Suicide Prevention Day: Starting a conversation could make a difference
This article discusses suicide and suicidal thoughts. Please look after yourself while reading and step away if you need to. Details of where to find support are included at the end. World Suicide Prevention Day takes place on 10th September each year. It is a day to remember those who have lost their lives, acknowledge […]
Stress Awareness Month: Practical Tips and Support for Managing Stress
April is Stress Awareness Month, a time to highlight the impact stress can have on mental health. Stress is a natural part of life, something we all experience. Yet, when it becomes overwhelming, it can lead to both mental and physical health challenges. Whether triggered by work, personal issues, or daily pressures, understanding stress and […]
John’s Story – Suicide Awareness
John, is 42 and works in IT. For the past few months, John has been feeling really down and he is having constant, arguments with his family. As a result of this he has become isolated, choosing to spend little time with family or friends. John is drinking a lot more than usual as he […]
The Mental Health Benefits of Boxing: A Knockout Solution for Mind & Body Wellness
Boxing—a sport that combines physical prowess with mental agility—offers more than just a way to break a sweat. Beyond the ring, boxing can significantly have a positive impact on your mental health. Let’s lace up our gloves and explore the surprising benefits to wellbeing of boxing: Stress Relief Life throws punches, and sometimes we need […]
Bullying & Mental Health
Keon is a young black British man in his late teens. During school is when the bullying and racism started. Name-calling, bullying, some children can be awful and pick on weakness and difference. In Keon’s case this difference was one he was unable to change – the colour of his skin. Keon would try to […]
Loneliness and Mental Health
Loneliness can affect anyone and may be caused by things such as social isolation, retirement, loss of a loved one, or moving to a new place. It can catch you at any point in your life and is quite a common feeling. Prolonged loneliness can have a significant negative impact on mental health and can […]
Loss and Bereavement Support – Kevin’s Story
Kevin lost his wife of 25 years to cancer and found it hard to accept even though he knew it was coming; Jane had been battling the illness for several years. When Jane died, Kevin felt completely numb of any feelings; he felt he could not connect with anyone and was even unable to cry […]
Gratitude
November is National Gratitude Month, so we want to highlight the benefits of gratitude for good mental health. Gratitude is the feeling of appreciation and thankfulness for what we have, who we are, and what we experience. It is a positive emotion that can boost our mood, reduce stress, and enhance our relationships. Gratitude can […]
OCD Checking Rituals
Have I checked it, was it locked? Did I check that I checked that I checked it? I will check it again. Many people have battled with these thoughts and fears over numerous situations throughout their lives. Have you ever gone out of the house and had that sense of dread that you left the […]
Bipolar Disorder Awareness
Bipolar Disorder is a mental health problem that mainly affects a person’s mood. If an individual has Bipolar Disorder, they are likely to have times where they experience; Manic or hypomanic episodes (which means feeling high), or Depressive episodes (which means feeling low). They can also potentially experience some psychotic symptoms (like hallucinations or delusions) […]