Talking about mental health isn’t always easy – so being a calm, compassionate listener can make a real difference to someone who’s struggling. Here are six practical tips to help you support someone who starts a conversation about their mental health shared by Rachael Rice, Student Adviser (Mental Health and Autism) at Teesside University. 1. Create a … Continue reading “6 tips for supporting someone who opens up about their mental health”
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6 tips for starting a conversation about your mental health
Talking about mental health isn’t always easy – especially when you’re not sure how to begin. But if you’re struggling, opening up can make a real difference. Here are six practical tips to help you get the conversation started from Rachael Rice, Student Adviser (Mental Health and Autism) at Teesside University. 1. Choose someone you … Continue reading “6 tips for starting a conversation about your mental health”
5 reasons to start journalling
Teesside University student Chiedozie Young shares the benefits of journalling and how it has positively impacted his life, using some of his own original illustrations. Guest blog: Chiedozie Young Chiedozie is a 2D Animation/Stop Motion student at Teesside University. You can follow more of his work at @chiyoungart. You may have heard a lot about … Continue reading “5 reasons to start journalling”
9 tips to boost your mood
We all need a mood boost from time to time. Maybe it’s the Sunday blues before going back to work or uni. Maybe you’ve had some disappointing news. Or maybe you’re just having a bad day. It can be easy to get stuck in a rut and struggle to pull yourself out of this place … Continue reading “9 tips to boost your mood”
9 tips for coping with anxiety
Most people feel anxious at some point in their lives. It’s a natural response when we feel under threat, but living with anxiety every day can feel overwhelming and affect our enjoyment of life. Maybe you avoid things or situations that cause you to feel anxious. You might not be able to stop or control … Continue reading “9 tips for coping with anxiety”
7 ideas to create your own outdoor retreat
With spring in the air, many of us are starting to think about spending time outdoors again and enjoying those longer evenings. Picture it now: pink skies, al fresco pizza, cold beverage in hand… Possibly cuddled up under a blanket or patio heater (it is England after all). But what if you don’t have much … Continue reading “7 ideas to create your own outdoor retreat”
10 tips for a better night’s sleep
A good night’s sleep is just as important for your health as regular exercise and a balanced diet. But we’ve probably all gone through times in our lives when getting 40 winks isn’t as easy as it sounds. If you’re struggling to nod off or waking up throughout the night, it can be incredibly frustrating. … Continue reading “10 tips for a better night’s sleep”
Turn up the heat to improve veggies
As kids, many of us will recall being told to ‘eat our greens’ and encouraged to consume lots of vegetables as a way to stay healthy. Vegetables are a great source of vitamins and minerals and an excellent source of dietary fibre, which can help reduce digestion problems. There is often a general assumption that … Continue reading “Turn up the heat to improve veggies”