WCDB

25/10/2021

Lets bridge the gap.

14/09/2021

We love a bit of advice ❗️

13/09/2021

To anyone that needed this today…forgive yourself first. Have a good week everyone 💪

10/09/2021

Su***de is the most preventable form of death.

In the UK it’s the biggest killer of men under 45.

Su***des among teenage girls and young women have almost doubled in seven years.

It doesn’t just affect others.

This lets to our friends and family.

If your interested in a mental health first aid course, reach out to us too.

06/09/2021

Anxiety may be a challenge for many more children than usual, and it can be intertwined with other feelings, such as excitement and shyness.
Here are steps parents can take to help reduce their kids’ back-to-school anxiety and encourage a better start to the fall term!

1. Look for general symptoms of anxiety

Ask your kids how they’re feeling about going back to school, and keep an eye out for headaches, stomachaches, sleeping troubles, persistent “what if” questions, crankiness, excessive concern about very distant events, problems focusing on schoolwork and persistent concerns that aren’t alleviated by logical explanations.

2. Encourage activities that reduce anxiety

Playing outside, playing with friends or even just “hanging out” can be powerful ways to reduce negative feelings. Outdoors, people often feel more relaxed – the antithesis of anxiety.

3. Help your kids understand the pandemic

Look for books and activities that can educate kids about the pandemic and post-pandemic life to help them feel like they understand what is happening around them.

4. Focus on family activities

The emotional connection that children have with their families is their psychological anchor during difficult times. At a time when so much of everyday life has changed, spending time with family can be an antidote for uncertainty.

5. Embrace distraction

Distraction isn’t a cure for anxiety, but it can diminish its intensity and help sufferers think more clearly about the source of their worries.

6. Get professional help when needed

If your child’s anxiety is interfering with sleep, eating, socializing or school attendance, and it persists beyond a few days, it’s a good idea to call your pediatrician or family doctor and report what’s going on. Medical professionals who work with children are seeing anxiety skyrocket among kids, and they know how to get your child the necessary help.

03/08/2021

We loved this rendition of Erin Hanson’s Never trust a Mirror! ❤️

26/07/2021

There’s nothing quite like a hug❗️

An embrace can show affection, offer condolences, be a greeting or a goodbye, and of course provide comfort to our family or friends.

But did you know there are science-backed facts about hugs that prove their positive impact on our lives?

THEY RELIEVE STRESS AND PAIN

A warm hug often creates a calming or relaxing feeling. That’s because oxytocin, sometimes called the “cuddle hormone” is released when people or pets snuggle up to us. The oxytocin release has been found to potentially:

- Reduce inflammation
- Improve wound healing
- Lessen cravings for drugs, alcohol, and sweets
- Lower heart rate and stress

Giving someone a firm, reassuring hug before or during a stressful event, can help them stay calm because your hug elevates their oxytocin level.

In pain? Similar to the way that a hug can reduce stress, it also decreases pain. A 20-second hug can release enough oxytocin to make you feel better. Research from the Journal of Sleep Medicine & Disorders suggests that weighted blankets simulate being held or hugged. The weight of the blanket creates pressure points that relieve anxiety and can help you sleep.

25/07/2021

20/07/2021

We actually have more than just 3 reasons! But these will do for today ☺️

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17/07/2021

We are all for positive vibes at ❗️❤️ but sometimes we need a little more! Have a good weekend all!

13/07/2021

Repost ;The relationship between managers and their team members is key for the wellbeing of the whole organisation. Support your managers by improving their skills, and create a healthy workplace for all.

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08/07/2021

Read that again❗️Sometimes it’s best to focus on healing and less on rationalisation.