Let’s Talk, Stansted

31/12/2025

29/12/2025

An important message from Samaritans as we reflect on 2025. Don't let what you see on social media impact you. If you would like to speak to someone about your year, they are here for you.

15/12/2025

Some great advice from Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) for anyone trying to cope with grief over Chrismas. More details on their website.
You can also reach out to the wonderful team at St Clares Hospice on their GriefLine (01279 945089) St Clares is a local resource offering emotional support across West Essex and East Herts to anyone struggling with grief. https://stclarehospice.org.uk/
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If you’re struggling with grief on a birthday, anniversary or holiday like Christmas, this How-To is full of real-life tips to help you cope.

14/12/2025

You can call Samaritans day or night. Whatever is troubling you, no matter how big or small the issue is, they will be there for you 24/7. If you need support and someone to talk to. Call 116123 💚

This time of year, can stir up some difficult feelings, especially if life is already feeling tough.

Please remember you’re not alone – we’re here to listen 24/7 on 116 123

Thank you to Pin Ying (Instagram:LittlePrints.art) for the beautiful illustration 💚

11/12/2025

A wonderful series of free winter wellness activities at TouchPoint. What a great way to treat yourself to some all important self care. Be sure to register! 🎄❄

Winter Wellness Evenings: A series of sessions to bring calm and relaxation

📍All taking place at TouchPoint, Crafton Green House, 72 Chapel Hill, Stansted CM24 8AQ

🔎 READ ON for details and booking information...

Tuesday 16th December | 7:00–8:00pm
Sound Bath*
A soothing session using crystal bowls, gongs and chimes to help slow the mind, ease tension and bring you into a deeply restorative state. Please see extra information below to check that a Sound Bath is right for you.

Tuesday 6th January | 7:00–8:30pm
An Evening of Calm & Stillness
Join Teresa to learn simple reflexology points, some gentle breath work followed by a meditation to release tension and promote relaxation. Finishing with a short crystal bowl sound healing.

Tuesday 20th January | 7:00–8:15pm
Yoga Nidra with Fiona
A deeply restful guided 45-minute meditation. Practiced lying down, Yoga Nidra is a form of conscious sleep, a state of deep relaxation where the body rests while the mind remains gently aware.

⏰ Doors open from 6.40pm for a 7pm start
🙂 These sessions are free, with donations welcomed.
Places are limited and are on a first come, first served basis.
📩 Please email active@thetouchpoint.org to reserve your space!

*IMPORTANT: Sound vibrations from the Sound Bath may interfere with pacemakers or electronic implants. Certain frequencies can trigger seizures in people with epilepsy or a seizure history, and may cause discomfort for those with Ménière’s disease, tinnitus, or metal implants. Avoid attending if you’ve had surgery or a fracture within the last six months. If you have a severe mental health condition, heart condition, or severe osteoporosis, consult a doctor first. Sound baths are not recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy. When in doubt, seek medical advice.

06/12/2025

So many wonderful events on today to get your festive on! Discover the Christmas Tree Festival at St Mary's church and enjoy carols with Opus Strings and choir from 2pm 🎶, browse the fabulous stalls at the Christmas Fair from 12 at the award winning (👏) Stansted Mountfitchet Social Club 🎄and the The Windmill Stansted are hosting their annual 'Santa at the Mill' 1pm - 5pm 🎅. Why not make a lovely walk of it and visit all three! 💚

04/12/2025

Is your Circadian Rhythm in sync?! Also known as your body clock, the winter months can play havoc with it and your mental health can really suffer. Mental Health UK have some great practical advice as we embrace winter ❄

Christmas and New Year are often associated with excitement and joy but it can also be a difficult time, straining us mentally, emotionally, physically and financially. There are many reasons why this time of year can be challenging. It's okay if you're not feeling full of joy during the festive sea...

03/12/2025

Some more great tips on coping during the festive season form Mind in West Essex
🎄Set boundaries
🎄plan ahead
🎄Talk about your worries
🎄Be kind to yourself
🎄Reach out for support

Whether Christmas is part of your life, or it’s happening around you, it’s important to be kind to yourself and look after your wellbeing.

02/12/2025

Spread the word 🎄 The amazing team TouchPoint are opening their doors on Christmas Day morning for you to enjoy a hot drink and no doubt some lovely xmas treats. Details below.

🎄We are open for breakfast on Christmas Day🎄
You are warmly invited to join us for breakfast, we will be open from 9.30am to 11.30am on Thursday 25 December.
Please share this info with friends or loved ones who may not use social media.

It's free and booking is not essential - although it is helpful to have an idea of numbers, you can email us on info@thetouchpoint.org, or call on 07572 114882.

Join us for a chat and a bite to eat in our warm and welcoming Community Café. You can find us at Crafton Green House, 72 Chapel Hill, Stansted CM24 8AQ.

Parking is available at the Crafton Green carpark outside (there is no charge on Christmas Day), and we have fully accessible facilities.

01/12/2025

December can feel joyful for some and heavy for others. If you're finding things tough, please know you are not alone, help and support is always here. Start by reaching out, here is a list of national support lines who operate all year round. 💚

Contact details for helpful organisations who can support your mental health over the Christmas period.

31/10/2025

Fabulous walk around the village to spot Halloween frights with the Muddy Walkers.