As the days grow longer and nature begins to bloom, spring is the perfect time to embrace the outdoors and boost your wellbeing. After months of winter, getting outside in spring isn’t just about enjoying the sunshine — it’s a natural way to recharge your body and mind. 🌞 Why Getting Outside in Spring Matters…
Tag: mental health
Blog: What if a Cry for Help goes Unanswered
The stigma around mental health was removed some time ago, we’re all told that ‘it’s good to talk’ and to ‘reach out’ to a friend or family member in a time of crisis. What if that call is made and there is silence at the other end?! It can be very difficult, emotionally exhausting and…
Blog: International Women’s Day 2025
International Women’s Day: Celebrating Women and the Fight for Equality Being honest, I didn’t know too much about International Women’s Day (IWD), so, I went away and did some research and put it in this blog to share. It is celebrated every year on March 8th, is a global occasion dedicated to honouring the social,…
Blog: AI and Wellbeing
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved over the past few decades, influencing many areas of daily life, from entertainment and work to healthcare and personal wellbeing. As AI technologies advance, they bring both opportunities and challenges, especially when it comes to personal wellbeing. While AI offers innovative tools to improve mental health, streamline tasks, and…
Wellbeing Calendar – March 2025
For March 2025, Action for Happiness are focusing on mindfulness. The charity as produced it’s wellbeing calendar, the theme is Mindful March. Each day there is a suggestion of an action to take. I’ve attached the calendar as a PDF and image file.
Blog: Adaptive Wellbeing Practices for Educators Working with SEND Students
Teaching students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is both a challenging and rewarding profession. These students require tailored approaches to learning, and the educators working with them need to be equipped with the tools and strategies to effectively support their emotional, mental, and academic development. However, the nature of working with SEND students…
Blog: The Importance of Putting Yourself First
In a world that constantly encourages selflessness and prioritising the needs of others, the idea of putting yourself first can sometimes feel selfish. However, the truth is that taking care of yourself is not just beneficial—it is essential. You cannot pour from an empty cup, and if you neglect your own wellbeing, you will eventually…
Blog: Good News vs Bragging
Hello everyone, I am very conscious that I haven’t shared for a long while, there are many reasons behind this, I ready to share those reasons at the moment. Writing has been difficult, so this has taken some time to compose. I have found myself to be on the receiving end of bragging recently, and…
Blog: Blue Monday is a lie
Today (Monday 20 January) is blue Monday. It is the third Monday of the year and is known by some (or many) to be the most depressing day of the year. This is supposedly due to a combination of bad weather, long nights and the lingering negatives of Christmas (overindulging and financial pressures etc). I’m…
Ten Day Happiness Challenge
You are probably aware that I am a fan of the work of Action for Happiness. I wanted to share briefly their 10 days of happiness challenge – which is free to use and access. Here is the blurb: Start the new year with this 10 Days of Happiness challenge and learn daily skills to feel…
Better Days Wellbeing 