Suicide: The Silent Killer
by Sammy Sprout | 10/09/2021 at 10:00am
For World Suicide Prevention Day, we wanted to share some information on support and stigma surrounding suicide, and what can be done to prevent it. ⚠️ Warning: readers may find…
Posts in: Mental Health
Here’s A Reminder To Never Give Up
by halynasadventures | 15/08/2021 at 9:00am
When times get tough, sometimes it feels like the only option is giving up. No matter how many times you fail or how hard things get, keep pushing on –…
Distraction Techniques
by halynasadventures | 14/05/2021 at 7:00am
Distraction techniques can help you to focus on something else when you’re feeling stressed, anxious, panicked, or distressed. Distraction techniques can be a useful and healthy way to help you…
OMOF: Creating Meaningful Change to Mental Health Services
by sproutadminer | 13/05/2021 at 7:00am
Young people are demanding change in mental health support systems! For #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we want to share the Our Mind Our Future’s Call to Action which explains what changes young people…
The link between nature and mental health?
by halynasadventures | 11/05/2021 at 7:00am
Being outdoors may be great for your mental health and emotional wellbeing, but why is that? And how can I reap the benefits that being in nature has to offer?…
Mental Health Awareness Week 2021
by sproutadminer | 10/05/2021 at 7:00am
What is Mental Health Awareness Week 2021? Mental Health Awareness Week is an annual awareness event. This year, it runs from 10 – 16 May 2021. The week aims to…
Mindfully being mindful – A review of my week using Headspace
by halynasadventures | 26/04/2021 at 8:00am
This article was originally submitted by Hallie is 2020. We are resharing it for Stress Awareness Month 2021. What made me want to try mindfulness? Between the constant rainy days…
Habit Trackers and Their Effect on Your Wellbeing
by Sprout Editor | 22/04/2021 at 8:00am
How do you track your habits? With a habit tracker of course! Here’s why you should be tracking them habits… What are habit trackers? Habit trackers, in the simplest form,…
6 Ways To Lessen Exam Stress
by meic.cymru | 20/04/2021 at 8:00am
Whether you’re having weekly learning checks, mocks, or official exams – there’s no doubt that tests can be very stressful. Let’s have a look at 6 ways that we can…
How to keep on top of everything
by halynasadventures | 17/04/2021 at 8:00am
This article was originally posted by Halyna in 2020. Keeping on top of all the things you have to do is hard work. Whether it’s remembering to take your clothes…
How to Recharge Yourself
by meic.cymru | 15/04/2021 at 8:00am
Tired? Slow? Can’t concentrate? You need recharging. Here’s how: Think about yourself as if you were your phone. Do you look after your phone? Charge it when it needs to…
Mindfulness Meditation: A Natural Way To Put A Stop To Panic Attacks
by Sprout Editor | 13/04/2021 at 8:00am
This article was originally published by Lucy Winston in January 2020. TheSprout are reposting it for Stress Awareness Month 2021. Among the many natural remedies for anxiety, one stands out:…
15 Top Tips To Reduce Stress
by sproutadminer | 11/04/2021 at 8:00am
Some situations are always going to cause a certain level of stress and that can be hard to avoid. The important thing is knowing how to deal with that stress,…
What Is Stress & How do I Cope With It?
by sproutadminer | 09/04/2021 at 7:00am
As part of Stress Awareness Month this April, TheSprout are sharing content all about stress. To get started, let’s delve into what stress is and how you can cope with…
Does running actually make you happy?
by mahidar | 20/03/2021 at 8:00am
This article was submitted by young person, Mahida, for the International Day of Happiness 2021. In order to try something different for International Day of Happiness, I attempted the challenge…
Eating Disorders Awareness Week
by sproutadminer | 04/03/2021 at 9:00am
Eating Disorders Awareness Week is taking place from 1-7 March 2021 and is a campaign to create a future where people experiencing eating disorders are met with understanding and compassion….
Free Mindfulness & Stress Control Courses
by Sprout Editor | 10/02/2021 at 8:00am
Valleys Steps is an organisation which provides easily accessible courses to improve your mental health. What is Valley Steps? Valleys Steps was established as a well-being charity to help people…
Our Minds Our Future: Call To Action
by sproutadminer | 04/02/2021 at 9:00am
Young people are demanding change in mental health support systems! For #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek, we want to share Our Mind Our Future’s Call to Action which explains what changes young people in…
Intentionally disconnecting – my social media cleanse
by halynasadventures | 03/02/2021 at 9:00am
I wrote this blog last year before coronavirus kicked off whilst I was a student at a university in Cardiff. I allowed this blog post to gather dust in my…
Apps that could help with your mental wellbeing
by halynasadventures | 02/02/2021 at 9:00am
Could spending time on my phone help me with my mental health? We are often told that our phones are one of the most prominent problems for young people’s mental…
