NexYouth

11/12/2025

Overthinking is exhausting, isn’t it? 😅
One moment you’re chill, and the next you’re replaying conversations, imagining the worst-case scenario, or stressing about something that hasn’t even happened.
Swipe through for a few quick tools that can help you break the cycle and breathe again.
Tiny steps = big impact. You’ve got this. ✨
If you have any tips that help you be sure to share them in the comments ☺️

08/12/2025

🌟 Mental Health Monday: Bipolar Disorder 🌟

This week, we’re talking about Bipolar Disorder—a condition that causes intense mood changes, from emotional highs (mania) to lows (depression).

💭 3 Tips to Manage Bipolar Symptoms:
✅ Keep a Routine – Regular sleep, meals, and activities help stabilise mood.
✅ Track Your Mood – Using an app or journal helps you spot patterns and triggers.
✅ Reach Out Early – If you feel a mood shift starting, talk to someone you trust.

🚫 Myth Buster: “Bipolar is just mood swings.”

❌ False! Bipolar episodes are intense, long-lasting, and affect energy, sleep, behaviour, and decision-making—not just quick changes in mood.

You’re never alone in this. 💙 See you next Monday for another Mental Health Monday!

05/12/2025

04/12/2025

🌟 Thank You, We Are With You! 🌟

A huge thank you to the incredible team at We Are With You (Swale) for collaborating with us on our Hope Box Campaign!

Together, we’ve delivered 15 Hope Boxes that will go directly into the hands of young people accessing your services 🙏🏼

Collaborations like these go a long way helping to make a meaningful difference for young people in our community and we’re so grateful for your support 💙

Proudly funded by: Kent County Council

03/12/2025

🙏🏼 A huge Thank you EKC Sheppey Secondary 🙏🏼

We’re incredibly grateful to the amazing staff at EKC Sheppey Secondary for partnering with us on our Hope Box Campaign.

Our first project designed to promote kindness, support young people to manage their emotions and spread a little hope across our community✨

15 boxes have been delivered to students already! Thank you, your support means so much💙

Funded by: Kent County Council

02/12/2025

There are a lot of rumours about talking to someone… but most of them aren’t true.
💬 Opening up doesn’t make things worse.
💛 Your problems aren’t “too small.”
👂 And you don’t need the perfect words.

Our Time to Talk program is here to give you a space where you can be honest and feel heard — without judgement.

Let go of the myths.
The facts? Talking can help you feel lighter.

01/12/2025

Aged 11–25 and need someone to talk to? 💬

NexYouth is here for you 💙

Whether you’re struggling with education, career choices, independent living or just day-to-day life, you don’t have to face it alone.

💛 What we offer:

✔ Emotional support & practical guidance
✔ Tailored assessments & support plans
✔ Weekly wellbeing check-ins
✔ Help accessing services, opportunities & more

📲 Refer yourself or someone you know today!

Scan the QR code or visit www.nexyouth.co.uk

01/12/2025

🌟 Mental Health Monday: Autism 🌟

This week, we’re focusing on Autism—a neurodevelopmental condition that affects communication, social interaction, and how someone experiences the world around them. Autism isn’t an illness to “fix”—it’s a different way of thinking, learning, and feeling.

💭 3 Tips to Support Your Wellbeing if You’re Autistic:
✅ Use Sensory Breaks – If things feel too loud, bright, or overwhelming, take a moment in a quiet space or use tools like headphones or fidgets to help regulate your senses.
✅ Stick to Routines – Having structure can reduce stress and make daily life feel more predictable and manageable.
✅ Communicate Your Needs – Whether it’s asking for clearer instructions, more time, or a break—advocating for yourself helps others support you better.

🚫 Myth Buster: “Autistic people don’t feel empathy.”

❌ False! Many autistic people feel deep empathy—they may just express it differently or feel overwhelmed by emotions.

Different doesn’t mean less. 💙 See you next Monday for another Mental Health Monday!

28/11/2025

What an incredibly inspiring day at the Kent & Medway Su***de and Self-Harm Prevention Conference 2025!

It was a great chance to learn from so many passionate professionals, hear new ideas, and connect with people who are all working towards the same goal — supporting our communities and keeping hope alive.

We also heard from the Baton Bearers from the Baton of Hope Tour, who shared powerful and honest stories about their journeys. They spoke about what hope has meant to them — how it helped them through tough times, pushed them forward, and now motivates them to support others. Their words were a strong reminder of why hope matters and why this work is so important.

We left feeling motivated, uplifted, and grateful to be part of a community that truly cares.
Hope grows when we share it — and yesterday made that clearer than ever.

26/11/2025

🌟 NexYouth Weekly Q&A – Ask Us Anything! 🌟

We’re launching a Weekly Q&A, and we want to hear from YOU! 💬✨

Whether you’re a:
👤 Young person
👨‍👩‍👧 Parent or carer
👩‍🏫 Professional working with young people
…or anyone who supports or cares about youth wellbeing—your questions matter.

Each week, we’ll choose one question and answer it in a dedicated post.
No topic is off-limits—if it helps young people, we’re here for it.

💭 Leave your question in the comments or send us a message privately
📅 We’ll answer one every week!

Let’s make it easier to get the support and information you need. 💙

25/11/2025

It all starts with a conversation. 💬

You don’t have to deal with everything on your own — everyone deserves a space to feel heard.

If things feel heavy, confusing or just “a lot,” we’re here to listen, support you, and help you make sense of what’s going on.

Your voice matters. Your feelings matter.
Whenever you’re ready, we’re ready.

24/11/2025

🌟 Mental Health Monday: Self-Harm 🌟

This week, we’re talking about Self-Harm—when someone intentionally hurts themselves as a way to cope with emotional pain.

💭 3 Healthier Ways to Cope:
✅ Use Distraction Techniques – Try squeezing an ice cube, drawing on your skin with a marker, or ripping paper to release tension in a safer way.
✅ Express Your Feelings – Writing, music, or art can help process emotions without harm.
✅ Reach Out for Support – You don’t have to go through this alone. Talk to someone you trust—a friend, family member, teacher, or support service.

🚫 Myth Buster: “People who self-harm just want attention.”

❌ False! Most people who self-harm do it as a way to cope with overwhelming emotions—not for attention. It’s a serious issue that deserves compassion and support.

You deserve kindness, including from yourself. 💙 If you're struggling, please reach out. See you next Monday.