Mohammad Khan shares the life-changing impact volunteering as a ‘dementia befriender’ has had on his outlook Mohammad Khan found himself at a loss after university, struggling to find a passion in his work, and looking for a deeper connection to his community. Volunteering with Age UK transformed his world – his…
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In order to promote a more sustainable society, we must put mental health on the agenda in society
How to Combat Fake News Anxiety
Bogus news reporting is causing genuine social anxiety. Here’s how to self-check the facts and find the genuine article We’re bombarded with news headlines every day, whether we know it or not. When you browse your social media feeds, check your mobile alerts or click on your favourite…
British Men Encouraged to ‘Be in Your Mate’s Corner’
An ongoing national campaign emphasises the ‘men’ in mental health A Department of Health-funded campaign called ‘Time to Change’ has created an ambitious five-year plan to encourage men to have their mates’ backs when it comes to their mental health. Run by charities Mind and Rethink Mental Illness, the ‘Time…
How Can I Beat the Competition in My First 10k Run?
The powerful effect sports therapy can have on your performance Whether you play sports or enjoy working out at the gym, investing in sports massage is a crucial part of your kit and not just for helping with injuries. The treatment helps your body maintain a higher level of condition,…
Melissa James: London's Soul Singer on the Healing Power of Music
The London soul and jazz singer found she could face depression by shining the light of truth on her lyrics I grew up in northwest London. I was born to West Indian parents in a household that was very musical in the sense that we all loved music. My parents…
Lily-Jo: Manchester's Greatest Songwriter-Counsellor
This talented singer-songwriter balances her burgeoning musical career with her 'other job' - being a trained counsellor I’m from Manchester. My grandparents were musicians who played in tea dances in the 1940s. My nana played keyboard and my grandfather accompanied her on the drums. My parents were…
Emily Lee: The Busker who Sings from the Heart and Mind
I loved music as a kid. My mum and my dad used to play a lot of records but I didn’t start being a songwriter until I was 25. I bought a guitar, but couldn’t actually play. I brought in a guitarist to help and I would hum…
The Moment I Realised... I was Always a Samaritan
Young Samaritan, Laura Rutherford, speaks to happiful about her experience as a volunteer Laura Rutherford is a modern-day superwoman. She’s a solicitor, the director of Samaritans’ Carlisle branch, and a listening volunteer; I have no idea how she juggles it all! What first inspired you to get into volunteering?…
9 Effective Ways Women Can Help the Planet Right Now
According to the Women's Environmental Network (WEN), there are many connections between women's issues and environmental issues. Here, WEN project officer Margaret Welsh explains how we can become positive agents for change in our community Globally speaking, women will be more affected by climate change, despite…