Dry January
Happy 2023! In this new year, a lot of you may be setting yourselves some NewYears Resolutions, one of these could be reducing your alcohol intake… Every day 20 people in the UK die as a result of alcohol (Alcohol Change.com) Times like this are hard, especially with the likes of the cost of living […]
Giving back this Christmas
Christmas is a very special time of year. However, Christmas can be tough for those not as fortunate. With the likes of the cost of living crisis, we need to do what we can to make sure everyone’s Christmas can be special! Christmas is the perfect time of year to volunteer or to give back […]
Mental Health at Christmas
The lead up to Christmas can be stressful. There is lots of pressure to create the “perfect day” for everyone… A lot of these things can make the Christmas period not enjoyable. Use November as a time to recharge before the Christmas period and prepare yourself for the chaos ahead… You may also need to […]
StopTober
Stoptober means quitting smoking or alcohol throughout October. Quitting these things can majorly improve your mental and physical health. A month without alcohol will better your hydration and sleep so you feel more productive. Your liver, stomach and skin will have also benefited from no alcohol. Within 20 minutes of no smoking, your heart rate […]
Suicide Prevention
It is World Suicide Prevention Day on Saturday the 10th of September. Suicide is the biggest killer of men under 45. Those in the construction industry are 3 times as likely to commit suicide than any other sector (Construction News). If you are struggling with your mental health, we want to give you the help […]
Supporting the mental health of young<br>people
1 in 7 10-19 year olds experience mental health issues. It can be a difficult time growing up and learning how to deal with your emotions.If you have young people in your family it can be difficult to say the right thing!However with exam results and back to school happening soon, it can be a […]
Leading a Healthier Lifestyle
62% of the population is overweight and there are close links to obesity and mental health issues.Leading a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about weight loss. Your food fuels your body and can control your mood.We want everyone to feel their best so they can perform well at work and feel good in themselves. Tips for […]
Don’t do drugs! They’re bad for you.
Are you aware of the effect drugs have on your mental health? It is all too easy to fall into a cycle of using drink and drugs. Whilst it may not feel like a problem now, there are strong links to drug usage and suicide. Even if you’re using drugs lightly or recreationally they will […]
Managing your gambling
People with a gambling addiction are twice as likely to die from suicide.At least 500 people – mostly young men – kill themselves each year due to a gambling addiction.Becoming a problem gambler can happen quickly, you may not realise you have a problem until its too late.Think about how many times you have truly […]
Managing Your Money
The cost of living is rising which means we all need to manage our spending more carefully.Businesses and people are facing increasing costs so now is the time to get clever about our money.Money is the biggest cause of stress for most of us, managing our money better can lead to better wellbeing. What does […]
