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Excited to share findings from my research, investigating the effects of mindfulness on mental health outcomes in a group of Black pregnant women. This is the only study of its kind in the UK and in light of the benefits observed, I’m hopeful that more studies will go ahead ✨

Marcus Aurelius' rules for a better life.

Kindness is an important aspect of community, and one that also supports our mental health. 💜🤝 Doing acts of kindness benefits both ourselves and those around us. Kindness can: 👉 reduce isolation 👉 boost our self-esteem 👉 reduce stress 👉 boost our confidence. 💬 How does your community promote kindness? #ThisIsMyCommunity #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

some people have this uncanny ability to make others feel seen/special in a conversation. i've noticed that the thing they have in common is that they mirror without parroting. they absorb signal, parse subtext, and reflect back parts of yourself you hadn’t even articulated yet

Positive communities support our mental health by giving us a sense of belonging, connection and purpose. We all need community. What’s yours? 💬 Read more about community and mental health: bit.ly/4kcDalm #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #ThisIsMyCommunity

The single greatest skill you can develop is the ability to stay in a great mood in the absence of things to be in a great mood about.

How to make research matter to more people, with Ben Bleasdale | @wellcometrust Useful insights that informed the creation of evidence-led tools to better communicate the value of research to more people. youtu.be/XyyUIGZXCI4?si…

Spending time in nature has always been a source of comfort and strength. Gardens and green spaces provide not only beauty and joy, but also vital support for our mental, physical and spiritual wellbeing. Today the Royal Horticultural Society are announcing a new Rose, “Catherine’s Rose”, grown by Harkness Roses. The proceeds from this rose will support The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, helping patients across the country live well with, and beyond, cancer 🌹

'Concerning' lack of female-only medical trials in the UK, say health experts. Prof Anna David said the important findings helped explain why so few new treatments for women’s health issues were emerging, and why some women not getting the care they need. bit.ly/459ppiO

On the day the latest @mbrrace perinatal report is released, timely publication on @bmj_latest of our editorial on achieving equitable maternal health services in the UK - a lifelong approach is needed for safe and personalised care bmj.com/content/389/bm…

This week is #DeafAwarenessWeek. Here are some communication tips to help you #BeDeafAware. It's important to ask the person you’re communicating with what their preferences are and if they have tips they find helpful. For more advice, visit rnid.org.uk/information-an…

@DrP_Principal You are trying your best 💗

NEW ARTICLES:  Enjoy three recently published articles which show a diversity of creative practices in healthcare, demonstrating the growing implementation of arts interventions across different populations and healthcare contexts.

Happy birthday, Sir David Attenborough! 🎉 Join us in celebrating our remarkable ambassador, who constantly reminds us to care for, protect, and nurture our natural world for future generations. 🌍 Here’s to the incredible work he’s done over the last eight decades. 🙌

Continuing our celebration of Maternal Mental Health Week we want to share the voices of some mums who attended our storytelling project, Best Beginnings in Mind. They wrote letters of advice and support to other mums, sharing strength and passing it on. 💜

New @WHO report on social determinants of health equity provides a much needed reminder to the global community that to improve health equity we must improve society, say @michaelmarmot and @jessjallen bmj.com/content/389/bm…

📣 Seminar alert! How can non-pharmacological interventions improve mental health? On 16th May, join us as Simon Hackett examines studies on creative health and arts psychotherapy interventions. Register here 👇 eventbrite.co.uk/e/non-pharmaco…

Normalize pursuing the highest version of yourself in all domains of life. Run fast. Lift heavy. Eat right. Run up the business. Get your mind in order. Treat strangers like friends, and friends like family. Life is short. Pursue your potential. Inspire others.

This agreement with NICE has the potential to have a profound impact on tackling health inequalities and saving lives. I’m delighted to announce this significant agreement and look forward to working towards a more inclusive NHS for all. @NICEComms

Less than a week to go until Mental Health Awareness Week. 💜 We'll be celebrating the power of community, and want you to join us! So, watch this space, and find all the resources you need for an amazing week here: bit.ly/3tM2NF4

"When you learn, teach. When you get, give." – Dr. Maya Angelou Today, we honor the teachers who inspire, uplift, and shape the lives of generations. Thank you for your wisdom, patience, and the impact you have had. 🍎📚 #TeacherAppreciationDay #MayaAngelou