Keeping Well- Self Care Boxes
One of our service users told us how making a self- care box supported her wellbeing. “I have been speaking to Mind since the end of July because I was struggling with low mood from life events and the added impact of Covid-19. When the suggestion was made by my support worker to make a […]
Author: Adele
Posted on: 20th October 2020
Self Love
We are delighted to have received this submission from Katie on the topic of ‘Self Love’. Here is what Katie had to say: Self love! We hear the term a lot but what does it actually mean? For someone like myself who struggles with mental health issues it doesn’t sit comfortably. The idea of walking […]
Author: Maja
Posted on: 6th July 2020
Pride at Work – creating an inclusive work environment
June is Pride Month; a time of year where LGBTQI+ people and their allies march across the world in celebration and protest. This year will be a little different, due to the coronavirus pandemic, many gatherings will be cancelled. However, it is still vital that we take time to celebrate and see what change we […]
Author: Maja
Posted on: 15th June 2020
Volunteers Week – Meet Matt
For Volunteers Week we asked one of our volunteers who has recently become a staff member, to tell us about his experience of volunteering with Mind in Mid Herts… Why did you choose to volunteer for Mind in Mid Herts? Having heard about Mind in Mid Herts through a lecturer at university, who […]
Author: Maja
Posted on: 4th June 2020
Resilience
We are delighted to have received this submission from Hollis on the topic of ‘Resilience’. Here is what Hollis had to say: In an ideal world this would not be needed or if it was would be an insignificant skill. These days it’s getting more of a skill than a natural process, in everyday […]
Author: Nicholas
Posted on: 1st June 2020
Kindness to Self
As kindness is one of the themes of Mental Health Awareness Week this year, a few of our staff shared with us how they have been kind to themselves during lockdown. Saranna – Senior Support Worker I have been keeping well by mindful crochet and patchwork. The repetitive nature of crafting soothes my soul […]
Author: Adele
Posted on: 22nd May 2020
Living with Uncertainty
It goes without saying that we are living in uncertain times. Each day we hear new information about the Coronavirus pandemic; new questions arise, new terms are heard and new guidance given. Facing unknowns is challenging; from the moment of birth one basic need is clear – to feel safe and secure. It is a […]
Author: Maja
Posted on: 16th April 2020
Working Well from Home
Whilst we ready ourselves for the Coronavirus pandemic, many of us are having to consider making drastic changes to our day to day routine. Having to work from home can have a significant impact on our productivity, our social world and our wellbeing. If you are going to take on remote-working; perhaps for the first time, we […]
Author: Maja
Posted on: 24th March 2020
Looking after your Mental Health in isolation
The world can seem like a scary place at the moment, but it may also seem like a scary place if you’ve been forced to or have chosen to self-isolate or social distance because spending time alone or being cooped up in the house, is not ideal for some people. However, it doesn’t have to […]
Author: Maja
Posted on: 23rd March 2020
Self Care
Self-care is a priority not a luxury Self-care means giving yourself permission to pause Put yourself at the top of your to-do list every day and the rest will fall into place If you scroll through any social media account you are likely to see the phrases above, often written in a beautiful font on […]
Author: Maja
Posted on: 25th February 2020
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Is your pet the next top model?
For stress awareness next week we are launching our pet parade competition where you will be able to enter a picture of your pet for £5.
We will then put out the top 5 pictures for the public to vote who is the next top model on social media from Friday 6th November!
The winner will win £30 pet vouchers and the two runners up will each win a £10 voucher!
You have until 4th November to submit your photos!
Enter your pet here:
www.mindinmidherts.org.uk/product/pet-parade-competition/
Top Tip Thursday
Hayley has some great top tips to keep well including creating a feel good playlist for when you’re in need of a pick me up. 🎧🎼🎤
What’s your feel good song ?
We like Journey- don’t stop believing 💙
Do you feel your mood changes with the seasons?
This is not uncommon and there are lots of ways we can support you to keep well.
We have free online workshops and courses to support you to keep well particularly in the winter months.
Head to our website for more details:
www.mindinmidherts.org.uk/training-and-workshops/courses-workshops/living-well/
Have you tried our online guided mindfulness?
Our mindfulness sessions are free for all key workers including teachers, nurses, doctors, funeral directors and third sector staff and volunteers.
The sessions run every day Monday to Friday and if you miss a live session you can access it at a time that suits you.
Book on here: www.mindinmidherts.org.uk/training-support-for-front-line-workers/digital-mindfulness/
Is your pet the next top model?
For stress awareness next week we are launching our pet parade competition where you will be able to enter a picture of your pet for £5 for a chance to win a £30 pet voucher!
Enter your pet below before 4th November:
https://www.mindinmidherts.org.uk/product/pet-parade-competition/
We are very excited 💙
Is your pet the next top model?
For stress awareness next week we are launching our pet parade competition where you will be able to enter a picture of your pet for £5 for a chance to win a £30 pet voucher!
Enter your pet below before 4th November:
https://www.mindinmidherts.org.uk/product/pet-parade-competition/
You’re not a machine. You’re supposed to take breaks. You deserve to rest #thursdaymorning
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