Mental Health Foundation's #NationalLottery funded ‘Our power’ project supports people from minority ethnic backgrounds to explore, understand and build capacity for themselves and offers services to address the mental health impact of racist microaggressions

[3/4]

A huge thank you to everyone who has taken part in Mental Health Awareness Week in 2024. 💜

From finding and sharing your moments for movement for your mental health, to helping us raise awareness about the mental health benefits of moving more, all of this brings us closer to

Many thanks to the First Minister John Swinney, Minister for Mental Health Maree Todd and all of Scotland's party leaders and so many MSPs for joining us to celebrate #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek . Thanks to Paul Sweeney for sponsoring the event.

BBC Match Of The Day x Mental Health Foundation Foundation feature on Saturdays MOTD show. Highlighting the great work the MHFD has been doing to spread awareness, and help to encourage discussions on mental wellbeing! I caught up with Chief Executive of the MHFD, Mark Rowland.

#MentalHealth

There are lots of ways to improve the quality of your sleep, like exercising, eating well and avoiding stimulation at night.

Starting a sleep diary can help you figure out what works best for you, and there’s no better time to do that than #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek . 💤💜

Finding things tough right now? These UK helplines are here to listen and support you. 💜

@Samaritans available 24/7 on 116 123

@thecalmzone available 5pm-midnight everyday on 0800 58 58 58

@giveusashout available 24/7. Text SHOUT to 85258

This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek , we’ve focused on taking moments for movement - but you should also take moments for rest.

Rest comes in many different forms, and we need different types at different times.

Resting can improve our mood, reduce stress and anxiety and more. 💜

We’re proud to support Mental Health Foundation this #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek – 13 to 19 May

This year’s theme is movement: moving more for our mental health.

Walk, jog, run or do a bit of them all around the 5k course this Saturday. Or volunteer!
instagram.com/p/C7ECEAnM2SV/…

Last month, Bethan completed the London Marathon in memory of her friend Jon, who she lost to suicide last year.

She talks about how movement is an important part of her life and how it’s supported her mental health. 💜

Read her story: bit.ly/4alVrXV

Lloydy runs a group training fitness business called Brawd in Barry. 9/10 of members are parents like him. For Lloydy, movement is one of the most important things for his mental health. Read his story: bit.ly/4bDnvap

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MomentsForMovement

If you’re looking for fun and accessible ways to move more, then check out the Sport England ‘Get Moving’ activity hub! 💜 We hope you can find something that will help you find more #MomentsForMovement this Mental Health Awareness Week!

👉 sportengland.org/get-moving

Thanks for sharing what movement helps support your mental health this #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek Lauren! 💜

Thanks so much for sharing your #MomentsForMovement to boost your mental health💜 Liam O'Brien

Proud to have Jonny Wilkinson and his No.1 Living Drinks supporting #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek - we couldn’t have a more inspirational ambassador 👌

This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek , try to find the fun in movement! There are lots of ways to make movement fun – and choosing something you enjoy can make it easier to keep it up. 💜

Read our tips: mentalhealth.org.uk/movement-tips

#MomentsForMovement

Want to start a conversation about mental health this Wear It Green Day? 💚

Talking about mental health can have many benefits. But it's not always easy to start the conversation.

Try our conversation starters here: mentalhealth.org.uk/wear-it-green-… #WearItGreen