As a psychology teacher who has been helping young adults navigate exam results season for over a decade, I’ve witnessed the rollercoaster of emotions that come with this time of year. It’s a period filled with anticipation, excitement, anxiety, and sometimes disappointment. For many late teenagers, their exam results represent Read more…
Hello there! 👋 If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably raised an eyebrow or two at the whole affirmation thing. It might seem a bit too “out there,” like something you’d find in a new-age shop next to the crystals and incense. But hold on to your hats! 🎩 There’s Read more…
Ever heard of Wellness Action Plans (WAPs)? These personalised tools can help you and your team thrive at work! What is a WAP? Inspired by Mary Ellen Copeland’s Wellness Recovery Action Plan® (WRAP®), an evidence-based system used worldwide by people to manage their mental health. The WAPs are a personalised, Read more…
Nature is an important need for many and vital in keeping us emotionally, psychologically and physically healthy. Our bond with nature greatly influences our mental wellbeing, shaping how we perceive, reflect upon, and cherish our environment. This connection is key to nurturing positive mental health and easing distress. The benefits Read more…
Increasing physical activity is proven to have many mental and physical health benefits and relieve stress. This might not be joining a gym or going for a run! Small efforts such as a short walk around the block or some gentle yoga at home can make a big difference. Any Read more…
This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week theme for 2024 is about movement and how this can positively impact our wellbeing. It’s one thing to encourage your team to move more; whether that’s taking regular breaks from their screens, having walking meetings (we call these ‘walkie talkies’), or providing yoga classes Read more…
Youth Mental Health Day is a great opportunity to raise further awareness of young people and their mental health. We recently had the pleasure of talking to Adam Craddock-Wright, Teacher of Psychology at King Edward VI College (KE6) in Nuneaton about the new roll-out of Fundamental Wellbeing First Aid training. Read more…
What is Mental Health Awareness Week? Since 2001 the Mental Health Foundation has run an awareness week every May to highlight a specific theme for mental health. The theme of Mental Health Awareness Week 2022 is ‘Loneliness’ which will run from Monday 9th May to Sunday 15th May 2022. Read more…