As part of our work with #citizen14, we visited the Glasgow Women’s Library and spoke to Sue John about all the exciting things that are happening there during the Games. It was great to hear about their Commonwealth woman writers’ talks and their Read, Relax, Recharge programme on writing for wellbeing. We’re definitely going to […]
There’s a real buzz about Glasgow with the Commonwealth Games, but for those of us who experience anxiety, it can all feel a bit much. Crowds, unpredictable public transport and big fences blocking our usual routes can aggravate anxiety and panic attacks. We asked you to give us your tips to reduce anxious feelings and […]
A guest post from Dr Pete Seaman of Glasgow Centre for Population Health There is a growing recognition that resilience is an important component of health and wellbeing. Critics rightly point out that this trend coincides with a period of austerity, which affects the worst off most severely. Some ask whether resilience is really about […]
Mind Waves is written by people who have something to say about mental health and wellbeing. If that sounds like you, we want to hear from you. Simple as that. Of course, we all have days when we sit in front of a screen and have no idea where to start. So if you’re […]
A friend told me about the Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows. The author has come up with names for those obscure types of sadness that we all experience at some time, where a simple word like “sad” just doesn’t cut it. I really enjoyed reading it and identified with most of them, but I like the […]
The Rosebank Garden is a new allotment based support service in Kirkintilloch. It was officially opened in August by members of East Dunbartonshire Council, local dignitaries as well as River City actress Libby McArthur. Carr Gomm manages part of the site and facilitates sessions on behalf of East Dunbartonshire Council. We are using gardening and […]
Our experiences of being lonely can be closely linked to our mental wellbeing. Being lonely is often associated with poorer well-being. Having more friends, being part of our community and feeling that we are making a contribution all contribute to good wellbeing. But knowing what to do about loneliness – for ourselves or for other […]
Stepping Stones events in Clydebank and Dumbarton to celebrate World Mental Health Day on 10th October 2013 Stepping Stones held an event with a focus on older people at Clydebank Salvation Army Hall, there was a steady trickle of people throughout the day. A variety of information stalls from Age Scotland, Live Active, Linn Vale […]
Having a job that is right for you is good for people’s mental wellbeing. Having managers and staff who understand about mental wellbeing is a big part of having a healthy workplace. The New South Glasgow Hospital site is a busy place with lots of building work and new jobs. Brookfield Multiplex Construction Europe Ltd […]
The Scottish Mental Health Arts and Film Festival is one of Scotland’s most diverse cultural events, covering everything from music, film and visual art to theatre, dance, and literature. The annual festival will take place in venues across Scotland throughout October 2013, aiming to support the arts and challenge preconceived ideas about mental health. The […]
