There’s something about realising your place in the universe that can calm the soul. There’s something about recognising that the you and the world around you is in constant flux that can make all of our worries seem less significant. And there’s something about playing with a cool website that can be really fun and […]
Passion: that’s the theme of the SMHAFF for 2015. The programme, which runs from October 10th to 31st looks packed with gems that challenge preconceptions of mental health. There are over 300 events, including films, literature, music and visual arts that look at the complex feelings and passions around mental wellbeing. Here’s the pick of […]
A post from our Project Manager @rosiehopes It’s not often that happiness makes the headlines, so it is quite exciting to see the news that the Dalai Lama has endorsed an evening course called “Exploring What Matters”, from Action for Happiness. The programme is nothing if not ambitious. It aims to provide a sort […]
Event: Oct 2, 11am-1pm, Alliance office, 349 Bath Street Glasgow Those of us who live with long-term conditions know that self-management requires a delicate balance. Sure, you need to get the right professional support and for some people, medication is important. You have to think about your diet and getting the right amount and right […]
A post from our Community Correspondent John Dane Fortunately, I am at a stage in my recovery where I am able to give something back. So, this week I found myself filling in forms to volunteer for a new project called Glasgow Action on Benefits. This week I start the first training course, which will […]
Tattoos are interesting. They are both deeply personal and profoundly public. It’s not surprising that for many people, they make a strong statement about our priorities and wellbeing. Some people go for a motto for life. Think “carpe diem” and “memento mori”. Some choose the name of a loved one, or an image of something […]
They say that when you’re walking around Glasgow, all you have to do is look up and you’ll be amazed. Our city has some amazing architecture and some brilliant stories to tell. And next week you don’t even have to bother to look up. You can walk right in the front door- for free, […]
We spend a lot of time talking about the benefits of being online, but what about people who just don’t have the skills or confidence to do it? Even the thought of signing up for a class, with all its school-style connotations can be intimidating. That’s why we love this idea from @GlasgowLife . Instead […]
A guest post from @bobbymanflu Paul Graham . This is an edited excerpt from Paul’s blog, which takes a light-hearted and honest look at the time he spent as an in-patient in a psychiatric unit. Things moved on day to day, the Fife Circle maintaining some sort of order. I lay in bed a […]
At Mind Waves, we talk a lot about the little things that make a difference to our mental wellbeing. So it’s great to see that the NHS has devoted a day- August 25- to encouraging people to focus on the changes that can make you feel better. NHS Living Life Day is a chance to […]
