In honour of men’s mental health awareness month in November, we are here to support you. thecalmzone.net and 0800 585858 provides listening services, information & support for men at risk of suicide, including a web chat. #NoShame #MentalHealthAwareness

If you’re finding the festive season difficult, you may find these reminders helpful. youngminds.org.uk/blog/five-help…

Merry Christmas everyone🎅We hope everyone has a good day and remember there is always someone to listen to you. No one should feel alone today! The Samaritans help line is also open 24/7. Call 116 123 or email [email protected] #NoShame

Just a reminder that it’s okay to be anxious at Christmas, it’s okay to have intrusive thoughts at Christmas, it’s okay to feel however you feel at Christmas. I hope there are at least some small joys in your festive period too. Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas ✨

Merry Christmas everyone! Sending love 🌟🎁🎄

A gentle reminder: ⭐️It's okay to ask for help. ⭐️You're allowed to say no. ⭐️Your mistakes don't define you. ⭐️You're important and you matter. ⭐️Your boundaries are important & you deserve respect. #mentalhealth #personalgrowth #positiveinspiration #mondaymotivation

#MentalHealthReminders People who have #depression, even severe depression - may not always appear to be sad, or sad at all.

Do you have concerns about going back to Uni in the New Year? Student Minds is a great charity that supports students with their mental health. They offer many support programmes at universities, check out their website to see how they could help you. studentminds.org.uk/about.html

Happy new year! Sending love to everyone🤍

Here for another hour with the #COVID19 spreading and mutating #UKlockdown it's important to look after your #mentalhealth #MentalHealthAwareness #timetotalk #ReachOut4Men #tier4lockdown

Students deserve a strong mental health service. Sign this petition and help us get a step closer. petition.parliament.uk/petitions/5639…

Mental health must be at the front of the political agenda this year. Every young person must be able to get the support they need, when they need it, no matter what.

With the announcement of lockdown 3, we are here to help you and offer you tips on how you can cope. mind.org.uk/information-su… Read this page if you are struggling to maintain your mental well-being. We can get through this together. 🤍

It’s okay to feel how you’re feeling right now. If you’re feeling worried, sad, frustrated or anything else about being in another lockdown, they’re all normal emotional responses to what’s happening. Be gentle with yourself. Text YM to 85258 for free mental health support.

Looking After Your #MentalHealth in 2021: ✨Practice #selfcare. For some people it could be a warm bath with relaxing music. ✨For others, it could be reading a book, watching a movie, or just saying no to things you do not want to do. ✨Taking care of yourself is not selfish.

If you're having to self-isolate, this is our advice on how you can look after your mental health.

“Don’t try to do everything, allow yourself down-time when you need it, and remember that you need to look after yourself before you can look after other people.” Here are some tips for parents on how to cope if you are feeling overwhelmed in lockdown. ow.ly/wli450D7vGG

“I'm a big believer in self-care, and in order to look after those around me, I need to look after myself so this remains a priority in my day." ow.ly/REvR50D8lfE

"Follow people on social media* who look different from you. Ensure your online world includes a broad range of bodies of different shapes, sizes and skin colours." Author and mental health campaigner @_NatashaDevon shares five tips for her younger self. ow.ly/QXdX50D8lx8

With more young people than ever experiencing mental health problems, we have to tackle the reasons behind this rising need. From exam stress to body image, social media to service waiting times, things have to change.