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We all take steps to look after our physical health, whether it is eating healthy or simply brushing our teeth. But when was the last time you took care of your mental wellbeing? We are inviting you to take a pledge to look after your mental wellbeing, using the ‘5 ways to wellbeing’ as your guide:

Connect with the people around me
Be active in a way that suits me and that I enjoy
Take notice and be mindful of my surroundings
Keep learning new skills and developing myself
Give what I can whether it is my time or simply a random act of kindness

While a focus on these steps has been shown to have a positive impact on mental wellbeing, how you apply them to your life is up to you!

For ideas on easy steps you could take select one of the 5 ways above or make your pledge now…

What are the 5 ways to wellbeing?

I pledge to look after my mental wellbeing in the same I would my physical health.

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Mendi Modhani - Rathgar Care Home wrote on 5th June 2019 at 11:46 am:

I pledge to look after my mental health and promote well being amongst my staff group. I will provide, promote and encourage healthy living within my team to encourage mental wellbeing. I will encourage exercise and supply everyone with information they need for help that they may require on their journey.

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Christie wrote on 3rd June 2019 at 1:32 pm:

I pledge to improve my overall health and fitness by finding new ways to keep active and cutting back on the treats!

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Naomi wrote on 29th May 2019 at 4:43 pm:

. I pledge to nurture my mental wellness and not feel guilty about it! I know I will be a better Mum, Wife, Employee, Friend and Colleague for it. ????

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Martyn wrote on 29th May 2019 at 4:21 pm:

I have been affected by mental health for longer than I have recognised and by pledging to look after my wellbeing I am continuing to challenge myself.

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Audrey wrote on 27th May 2019 at 12:54 pm:

I CAN be better and strive to be so. I know where I fall short (and when I fix one area another will inevitably appear). But being vulnerable allows me to be brave, accepting my weaknesses helps me grow stronger. To be able to support others in my job, it helps to know how hard it is to change, how frustrating setbacks can be, but also how liberating each transformation is. Therfore my pledge is holding the mindset that I'm OK with being a work in progress.Your text to link...

I CAN be better and strive to be so. I know where I fall short (and when I fix one area another will inevitably appear). But being vulnerable allows me to be brave, accepting my weaknesses helps me grow stronger. To be able to support others in my job, it helps to know how hard it is to change, how frustrating setbacks can be, but also how liberating each transformation is.
Therfore my pledge is holding the mindset that I'm OK with being a work in progress.Your text to link...

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Don’t forget – we are here if you need to talk

For support with depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions contact Changing Minds IAPT. Under 18? Visit CAMHS Live
For a range of other mental health support visit Mental Health Northants Collaboration or Northamptonshire Healthcare
Are you finding everyday tasks more difficult? Contact Supporting Independence.

Suicidal thoughts? Call 111 or the Samaritans on 116 123. You can also visit a Crisis Cafe – available across the county