Self Help

Self-help is a journey of personal growth and empowerment, wherein individuals actively engage in strategies and practices aimed at improving various aspects of their lives. It encompasses a wide range of techniques, from mindfulness and goal-setting to assertiveness training and problem-solving skills development. At its core, self-help encourages individuals to take responsibility for their own well-being, fostering a sense of autonomy and self-reliance. By cultivating self-awareness, resilience, and positive habits, individuals can navigate life’s challenges more effectively and unlock their full potential for fulfillment and success.

Meditation Meditation

Follow along with some guided meditations provided by our fellow NHS Staff member Alex Greenwood, if you have an interest in the benefits of meditation or just want to learn more, there is plenty here for everyone.

Podcasts Podcasts

A collection of Podcasts covering lots of different topics from Depression to ADHD and everything inbetween.

Books Books

Books can be a great tool to help us learn, here we have a collection of different books across different topics to help you learn more about yourself and others.

Groups Groups

Local support groups, craft groups, walking groups and more. Find something that suits your interests in our group directory.

Apps Apps

NHS staff have been given free access to a number of wellbeing apps to support with their mental health and wellbeing.

Therapy Dogs Nationwide Therapy Dogs Nationwide

Therapy Dogs Nationwide is a national charity where visiting volunteers take their own dogs into establishments to provide comfort, distraction, and stimulation.

Pomodoro Timer Pomodoro Timer

The Pomodoro Technique is created by Francesco Cirillo for a more productive way to work and study. The technique uses a timer to break down work into intervals, traditionally 25 minutes in length, separated by short breaks.

Check my wellbeing – self-check tool Check my wellbeing – self-check tool

A self-assessment for Health and Social care staff with a direct link to mental health support resources

unMind unMind

Unmind is a mental health platform. Get clinically-backed tools, resources and support for proactively nurturing your mental health.

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