Guernsey Mind

It's been a busy morning here at Guernsey Mind as we've learned how to use our new defibrillator! Thank you to @CardiacAction and to @SRIslandWalk Rotary Walk for their generous donation that made this possible. It's it's reassuring to know it's there if needed.

Is your business Future Fit? Balancing work-life integration and focusing on mental wellbeing is crucial and making small changes can make all the difference. Our Future Fit event on Thursday 6th March will look at how to address these challenges - see guernseymind.org.gg.

It's time for our next Wellbeing Beach Clean! Join us and our friends from the Healthcare Group and @CleanEarthTrust on Thursday 16th January, 1-2pm at Grandes Rocques. Meet on the beach by the Kiosk. Please dress for the weather!For more info, visit guernseymind.org.gg

Join our drop-in sessions at Shiloh Church. We're here to offer a friendly and supportive space for anyone who needs it. Come along for a cuppa and a chat on Tuesday or Thursday mornings. The kettle's always on! Find out more about our services at: guernseymind.org.gg

Thank you to The Imperial Hotel for hosting the New Year's Day Swim. The hot drink at the end was very much appreciated as it was rather 'refreshing' in the sea! Huge thanks to all the brave souls who joined in and to Swim All Seasons for their support. Same again next year?

If you would like to get 2025 off to a fresh start, our friends at the Imperial Hotel will be hosting a New Year's Day swim - meet at the Imperial Terrace at 9.30am. We're keeping a close eye on the weather, and will post any updates. Hope to see you there!

As we reach the end of the year, it's always good to take time to reflect. This year has one of change for Guernsey Mind, highlighted by the launch of two major initiatives: the Workplace Partnership and Supported Self Help. Thank you to everyone who has supported us.

It’s easy to indulge at Christmas, but it’s important to recognise when you’ve had enough of a good thing. Balance festive nights out with lighter days to give your body a break. If it feels like things are getting too much, it’s perfectly okay to prioritise what’s best for you.

Look after yourself over Christmas. If stress levels rise, remember to take a break. Whether it’s a walk, a coffee break, or listening to music, do what helps you relax and unwind. A bit of light exercise can help lift your mood. guernseymind.org.gg

Manage your expectations this Christmas by focusing on what you can control. Accept that you can’t change how others behave or think. It’s perfectly okay to prioritise what’s best for you. Set your boundaries and don’t hesitate to say no to things.

It can be easy to get distracted over Christmas and forget about the importance of connecting with friends, family and loved ones. Spending quality time with those close to you can mean more than the most expensive of presents. guernseymind.org.gg

The information boards, stickers, and cards for our 'You Are Not Alone' campaign are now available. Visit our website at guernseymind.org.gg to find out more and watch our hints and tips video, which offers guidance on what to do if someone shares that they're struggling.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the first Wellbeing Beach Clean with Healthcare Group Guernsey and The Clean Earth Trust. Despite the chilly weather, we made an impressive impact. We will be planning another Clean in January... please keep an eye out for dates.

We have had two highly successful sessions at the Peninsula Hotel for our Mental Health Awareness Training. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has attended so far. Our final session is on Friday, 29th November at 12:30 pm. If you're available, please do join us.

What a lovely, crisp morning... perfect conditions for a wellbeing beach clean! If you are free at 1pm today, please come and join us for some fresh air, companionship and do something good for the Island. We'll meet by the Tram Shed at the Half Way (with the painted puffins).

Thanks to those who came along to the Peninsula Hotel this evening to our first mental health awareness training. It was a great session, excellently lead by Louisa with some great discussions. There's still time to come along. See guernseymind.org.gg for details.

We're looking forward to the first of our free Mental Health Awareness sessions and will be talking about stress buckets and signs of stress, and giving advice on what to do if someone tells you they are finding things difficult or struggling. See guernseymind.org.gg

We're hoping the weather might be a bit kinder this week! The re-arranged Beach Clean will be on Thursday 28th November, 1-2pm at Belle Grève with Healthcare Group Guernsey and CleanEarth Trust. Please make dress appropriately. See guernseymind.org.gg for further details.

It might not come as a huge surprise, but we have decided to postpone today's beach clean with Healthcare Group Guernsey and The Clean Earth Trust due to the weather. We want to ensure everyone is safe and it wouldn't be much fun today! We will hold the event next Thur 28th Nov.

A reminder to join us for our first Wellbeing Beach Clean on Thursday 21st November, 1-2pm at Belle Grève with Healthcare Group Guernsey and CleanEarth Trust. Meet at the Half Way tram shed (with the painted puffins). Please wrap up warm. See guernseymind.org.gg for details.