The Happiness Hub Derby

27/04/2026

Somthing for our north Derbyshire people 📷

We are back with our reconnecting with nature for mental health and wellbeing support on the 6th of May,
Everyone is welcome to join this safe space for a bit extra support 😀

We meet at 11am at the Holmehall Community Hub 41 Mercaston Close at 11am and go out a on photography support walk while reconnecting with nature at 12pm 🙂

Its a place to gain some support, make friends, feel part of the community and learn some new skills while connecting with nature 🙂

No pressure to take pics or to talk but if you want to we are here for support 🙂

We also have weekly, fortnightly and monthly peer support, breakfast club, confidence building trips, creative exhibitions, workshops, wellbeing retreat sessions and an art group plus more 😀

To find out more or to get intouch you can through our website www.mindscapes.org.uk

Email 📧 mindscapes.photography@hotmail.com

Our phone 07923 929734 its not manned 24hrs a Day but you can leave a message or txt and we will get back to you 🙂

Our social media
Facebook Mindscapes
Instagram
Be great if you could give us a follow 😊

Or come down and see us we look forward to welcoming you 😊

More dates to follow on from June 🙂

Derbyshire Voluntary Action - DVA
FeelingConnected
Derbyshire Mental Health Team
Derbyshire Mental Health & Su***de Prevention
Social Prescribing Team - Chesterfield & Dronfield PCN

20/04/2026

💛 “What do I have energy for today?” 💛

Not every day is a high-energy, take-on-the-world kind of day… and that’s completely okay 🌿✨

Instead of pushing yourself to do everything, try tuning in:
💭 What do I actually have the energy for right now?

Maybe today looks like:

🌟 One small task instead of ten
🌟 A gentle walk instead of an intense workout
🌟 Resting without guilt
🌟 Reaching out to someone, or simply taking quiet time

When you work with your energy instead of against it, things feel lighter, more doable, and far more sustainable 💛

You don’t have to prove anything today.
Just meet yourself where you are… and let that be enough 🌱✨

19/04/2026

💛 “I’m allowed to slow down.” 💛

In a world that’s always rushing, choosing to slow down is a quiet kind of strength 🌿✨

You don’t have to keep up with everything.
You don’t have to do it all at once.
You don’t have to move at anyone else’s pace.

Slowing down doesn’t mean you’re falling behind, it means you’re listening to what you need 💭

Maybe today that looks like:

🌟 Taking a proper break without guilt
🌟 Saying “not today” to something that feels too much
🌟 Moving gently instead of pushing through
🌟 Giving yourself space to breathe and reset

Because when you slow down, you reconnect. You recharge. You come back stronger, clearer, and more grounded 💛

So if you need it today, this is your permission slip.
Slow down. You’re still moving forward 🌱✨

18/04/2026

😂 Me: one task. Also me: 10 snacks first

Why is it that the moment we decide to be productive… suddenly we’re starving, thirsty, need a tea, a coffee, a biscuit, a different biscuit… maybe a little scroll break too? 👀

It’s giving: “I’ll just prepare myself properly first…” vibe
…and somehow we’ve entered a full snack buffet situation 🍪☕😂

But hey, no shame, our brains love a distraction when something feels effort-y.
So let’s work with it, not against it:

👉 Grab your snack… then do 2 minutes of the task
👉 Make it a deal: one bite, one step 😄
👉 Or start before the snack (wild, I know) and earn it after

Because once you begin, you might just forget about snack number 11… might 👀✨

Tiny steps still count, even if they’re fuelled by biscuits 💛

17/04/2026

💛 “I’m proud of myself for starting.” 💛

Pause for a moment and really let that land… because starting isn’t small, it’s everything 🌱✨

It takes courage to begin.
To push past doubt.
To quiet that voice that says “not yet” or “not good enough.”

But you did it. You showed up. And that matters more than perfection ever could 💭

Every big change, every habit, every goal… it all begins with that first step. And today, you took it. That’s something to be proud of 💛

So celebrate this moment:

🌟 You didn’t wait
🌟 You didn’t overthink
🌟 You started

And that’s how everything begins ✨

16/04/2026

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15/04/2026

💡 “Make it easier — lay things out before you start.” 💡

Ever feel like a task is overwhelming before you even begin? Sometimes the trick isn’t working harder, it’s working smarter 🌿✨

Set yourself up for success:

🌟 Gather what you need before you begin
🌟 Clear your space, your mind, or your schedule
🌟 Break big tasks into tiny, doable steps

When everything’s ready, starting feels lighter, momentum comes faster, and even the hardest tasks feel possible 💛

Today, don’t dive in blind, prepare, set up, and watch progress flow effortlessly 🌱

14/04/2026

💛 Fell off track? “I can start again right now.” 💛

We all stumble, miss a goal, skip a habit, or let life get in the way 🌿 But here’s the truth: it’s never too late to begin again. Every moment is a fresh opportunity to choose yourself and your goals ✨

Try this:
🌟 Take a single, tiny action right now, no pressure to be perfect
🌟 Let go of yesterday’s “failures”
🌟 Focus on this moment, this step, this breath

Starting again doesn’t erase the past, it simply moves you forward. Momentum begins the moment you decide 💭

So wherever you are today, remember: right now is your restart button 💛

13/04/2026

Last chance to join our Free Mindfulness for Beginners course! ✨
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/7C82a5GbK9CcXAkQA

Mindfulness is about being fully awake in our lives.

If you have ever felt overwhelmed, stuck in your
thoughts, or just in need of a little calm, this course is a
gentle place to start 💛

🌿 In this course, you will learn simple and practical
ways to:
• Slow down and feel more present in your day-to-day
life
• Manage stress and anxiety more effectively
• Improve your focus and clarity
• Build a kinder and more supportive relationship with
yourself

You do not need any experience at all, just a
willingness to pause and give yourself a moment 🌸

This is your time to breathe, reset, and reconnect with
what really matters.

Come as you are, and take the first step towards a
calmer mind and a brighter outlook 🌈

12/04/2026

💛 “I deserve to feel nourished.” 💛

You are worthy of care, kindness, and nourishment, physically, mentally, and emotionally 🌿✨ Too often, we put everyone else first and forget that you need fuel too.

Nourishment doesn’t have to be complicated:

🌟 A wholesome meal that makes your body smile
🌟 A few quiet moments with a warm drink
🌟 Laughter with friends or loved ones
🌟 Gentle movement or stretching to honour your body

When you give yourself what you need, you thrive. You show up stronger, calmer, and more capable of handling life’s challenges 💭

Today, make space for nourishment, you deserve it 💛

11/04/2026

💛 “Rest helps me move forward tomorrow.” 💛

Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is pause 🌿 Rest isn’t wasted time, it’s the fuel that powers your focus, energy, and motivation for the days ahead.

Think of it like charging your phone: without it, nothing else works. Sleep, short breaks, mindful moments, or even a quiet cup of tea can help your mind reset and give you clarity for tomorrow ✨

So today, give yourself permission to slow down. Breathe. Rest. Recharge.
Tomorrow, you’ll move forward stronger, calmer, and ready for whatever comes 💭

10/04/2026

💡 “What will make tomorrow easier? Do that today.” 💡

Life feels heavy when tasks pile up, but the secret to smooth days isn’t luck, it’s a little foresight 🌱✨

Ask yourself:

🌟 What’s one small thing I can do today to lighten tomorrow?

Prep tomorrow’s lunch
Set out your workout clothes
Write down tomorrow’s top 3 priorities
Reply to that message you’ve been putting off

Even tiny actions now can turn tomorrow from chaotic to calm 💛 Momentum builds, stress melts, and suddenly you’re ahead, not behind.

Start today, and let tomorrow thank you 🌼