For those of you who have been on our Mental Health First Aid trainings you will know that self-care is at the heart of what we do here at This Way up Well Being. We believe we must be goal models, so from taking a break each day for lunch or just  tea with a friend, if  we cannot take care of “ourselves” we cannot look after others so we must put on our own oxygen mask before we can help those who need us and who are vulnerable. Hey, and we all need help at times don’t we? The “ For me club” is a space for you to find things that will help you and make you happy, it’s a safe space to relax and learn to release negative thoughts, and feelings and through the techniques we use you can unblock dislodged stress and trauma and bring about deep relaxation and healing. We offer many different stress relief strategies because we are all unique and as individuals will benefit from a variety of interventions. So come along and find what works for you.

HOW WILL I BENEFIT
We take you on a journey of self-discovery, by the end of the workshop you will be able to recognise your stress triggers, review your health and well-being, and have experienced a number of self-help techniques to use for yourself and with others.

COURSE OUTCOMES
Learners will be more confident in looking after their own well-being and be happier with a Reduction in loneliness and depression. Will see an increase in positive mental health, be able to identify support networks within the community, and overall happiness of the community. Topics (not exhaustive) we cover the 6 ways of wellbeing.

BODY, MIND, STRESS: The workshop focuses on keeping balanced, healthy stress levels, keeping the body and mind happy.

PLACE AND PLANET: We explore the importance of taking notice, caring for the planet and defensible space. Using the medium of art and creativity we engage the group in interesting discussion. Incorporated into our program is a planet friendly eco creativity session.

CONNECTING: We will use gestalt therapy practices and artistic role play and storytelling, Listening and communication skills.

LAUGHTER: We introduce the use of Laughter Yoga as a fun way to create improved health and wellbeing getting back to some childlike play! The benefits of laughter are numerous (please see more under our laughter yoga section) scientific studies have shown a reduction in stress levels, depression and heart disease. You do not need any experience to join in I am sure you have all laughed before We just need to do more of it, as for the yoga part as long as you can breathe you can get involved.