Blog, Mindfulness, Resilience, Hope and recovery
Louisa
Reflective practice is much more than thinking about what happened in the past. It is an essential life skill that can help you understand yourself, learn from experiences, recognise progress, and take positive steps towards your goals. In this article, we explore how reflection supports personal recovery and why it is closely linked to the CHIME model of recovery.
Blog, Mindfulness, Self-care
How living in the moment, self-care and being kind to yourself is a win-win
Roxanne
Roxanne shares how living in the moment, adopting self-care strategies and being kind to themslves helps to improve their mental health and wellbeing.
Blog, Mindfulness, Creativity for wellbeing, Self-care
Louisa
Some find it easy to realax, others not so much, but it is important to listen to our bodies, and minds, when they are telling us to slow down. This August 15th, we wanted to celebrate relaxation day by asking students who found it particularly hard to relax to do some research, and experimentation, to see if they can find some relaxing techniques that work for them. Read on to find out which tips they came up with...
Blog, Mindfulness, Self-care, Learning for wellbeing
Louisa
For our last post about #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, in line with utilising nature, being in the moment and walking, we've written about ...
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Blog, Keeping active and physical exercise, Mindfulness, Spiritual self-care, Self-care, Nature and wellbeing
Mental Health Awareness Week
Louisa
To continue celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week by Mental Health Foundation, we will show you how ...
Blog, Mindfulness, Self-care, Communication and relationship building
Anne
Facing yourself and being honest can be scary at challenging times. However, as our student Anne has found, reflecting and being honest with yourself, as well as others, can play a huge role in aiding your mental health recovery. In recognition of National Honesty Day, we give you Anne's story.
Blog, Campaign, Keeping active and physical exercise, Mindfulness, Self-care
Louisa Whorrod
On October 10th every year, we celebrate World Mental Health Day. This year’s theme was ‘Mental Health for all.’ This short article considers what ‘mental health’ is and how you might reflect and plan a new activity to enhance your mental wellbeing.
Blog, Keeping active and physical exercise, Mindfulness, Spiritual self-care, Learning for wellbeing
Jason
Jason shares all about Qi Gong and how this gentle method of exercise can bring strength, movement, energy and spirituality into our lives.