As the holiday season approaches, many people find themselves grappling with anxiety and fear that can be exacerbated by the pressures and expectations associated with Christmas. This year, more than ever, it is important to acknowledge and address these emotions and seek support if needed. The holiday season, traditionally a time of joy and togetherness, …
Girlguides from the 1st Cullybackey Guides Unit have tackled local politicians on their response to a recent survey which revealed the happiness level of girls and young women in Northern Ireland is at a 15 year low. The issue was raised at Girlguiding Ulster’s Parliament Week event, held at Stormont, where a group of guides and …
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Do you dread many social situations? Is this fear holding you back from having fun and pursuing life goals? While social anxiety can affect people differently, it typically stems from a fear that you cannot communicate properly and a fear of criticism if you say the wrong thing. Conquering social anxiety isn’t easy, but it …
Stress at work is a common issue, but it doesn’t mean that you just have to shove it under the carpet. Stress can make us feel tired, tense, and overwhelmed, stimulating physical and negative emotional reactions that can change our normal behaviour, such as making us snappy or intolerant. According to Sam Barr of Healthy …
If you feel as though you have been going through a bit of a rough time lately then it is so important that you take the time to support your mental health, today. If you don’t then you may find that things get worse, but all of this can be avoided. Connect with Others Good …
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One of the biggest issues facing people who are suffering from anxiety and stress is taking that first step towards getting help. According to Sam Barr of Healthy Mind Coaching and Training too often people delay and procrastinate, yet as soon as they start on their journey, they realise they could have been addressing their …
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Sporting greats in call out for nominations for secondary schools to win place on Lidl Northern Ireland’s coveted mental health athlete mentorship programme An innovative educational programme aimed at equipping school students across Northern Ireland with invaluable tools to manage and improve their mental health through sport has been launched, supported by a stellar line …
This June people across Northern Ireland are encouraged to leave their car at home and take part in the Active Travel Challenge in a bid to be more sustainable, save money and to boost physical and mental health. From a trip to the shop to the commute to work, the Active Travel Challenge encourages the …
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When it comes to good health it’s the simple things that make all the difference. If you are looking for inspiration to get some good habits into your daily routine, Linwoods new Healthy Habit Tracker is a great place to start to form habits for better health. This one week tracker will help get you back on …
Clutter can accumulate in our homes, daily household tasks can become neglected and disorder can be present for so many reasons, or it can be the result of a combination of factors that will be personal to each individual or household. Living daily in a stressful environment can have a negative impact on our lives, …
A study of 1,000 over 70s found they swear by a varied diet, laughing daily – and an active sex life to stay young. Nearly three quarters (72 per cent) feel years younger than their actual age and are far more active than they imagined they would be. Socialising with pals, having a strong skincare …
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Desperate to let your hair down and do something bonkers? – this randomised fun generator could be the answer. A poll of 2,000 adults found 67 per cent have pledged to make some kind of change in their lives over the coming months. With short-term targets ranging from ‘little’ things like reading more books to …
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Millions of people in the UK are ready to switch up almost every aspect of their lives – including their homes, social lives, fitness levels … and their partners. A study of 2,000 adults found 59 per cent are in need of a change in their lives, with 61 per cent going as far as …
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A study of 4,000 adults found 53 per cent of women have experienced this feeling of unfounded self-doubt, incompetence and being underqualified. Comparatively the majority of men admit they only ever feel like an imposter in the workplace (63 per cent) and over half (54 per cent) say they have never felt it at all. …
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In the UK alone, over a third (34%) of the population own at least one dog*. It’s no secret that dogs can be the perfect companions and can offer so much love and reassurance to their owner, so much so that many people are spending every possible moment with their beloved pooches. Leading distributors of …
A poll of 2,000 adults who travel found seven in 10 focus on their well-being when abroad – with walking (61 per cent), reading a book (50 per cent) and exercising (33 per cent) high on the list of holiday activities. And while 24 per cent simply maintain their usual good habits while away from …
A poll of 2,000 people has revealed the biggest misconceptions about dementia, with 17 per cent believing that if a family member develops the condition, it means they will too. Other confusions include it being inevitable with age, only affecting older adults and that prevention is possible. Just over a third (34 per cent) always …
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A study reveals eight in 10 young Brits dislike their bodies as a result of online platforms Alex Payne, Sky Sports host and co-founder of Room Unlocked, who are transforming the way influencer marketing works, discusses how to make your experience online more positive The negative effects social media can have on our mental health is …
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The Live Life Well-Being Centre in Lisburn have recently celebrated their successful first year of operation. It was set up in 2021 to offer young people with additional needs in the Greater Lisburn area new services better suited to their needs. It was designed with the help of parents, who were able to identify the …
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A new national employee survey by leading job site, RemoteWorker highlights how millions of workers in the UK are unhappy working in offices or workplaces. The extensive national survey showed that nearly a fifth (19%) of UK employees admit their colleagues are the worst thing about going into the office and 13% dread going to work every …
Ireland’s number one chicken brand, Moy Park will support 25 schools across NI and GB this summer through its new ‘Food for Good’ Sports Day initiative. The programme will see Moy Park sponsor school sports days within the communities it operates, through the provision of branded School Sports Day kit, containing bibs, cones, medals for …
In a recent survey, eight out of 10 hospitality professionals reported at least one mental health issue during their career and almost half of those interviewed also said they do not feel comfortable talking to colleagues about their health concerns. NI Hotelier, Ken Sharp, has witnessed first hand how mental health has impacted his business, …
Lisa McFarland, Northern Ireland’s leading Relationship Coach, is celebrating two years in business with the launch of her first E-Book, entitled: “Tips & Tools on How to Have a Healthy Relationship.” The short downloadable book addresses the most common issues and questions that Lisa faces, daily with her clients and through her growing social media …
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Transformational coach Deborah King has announced the first event in a series of goal setting and personal development webinars for 2022. Her event Virtual Vision Board Workshop: Cosmically Creating The Life You Want will take place via Zoom on Tuesday, February 22 at 7.30pm. The vision board session is for people who want to get …
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Katie Matthews is a 28-year-old, multi-award-winning entrepreneur, growth mindset educator, speaker, founder, mentor, trauma-informed practitioner and mental health and well-being trainer. She has 11 years lived experience with mental illness, and is passionate about supporting other’s mental health, entrepreneurship, leadership, community development, growth mindset development and supporting our next generation of children and young people. …
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The past year of lockdowns have presented a number of new challenges for us to overcome and more of us have been touched by loneliness than ever before. Loneliness in Lockdown Gathering is an online event presenting cutting-edge research on experiences of loneliness, mental health issues and isolation in lockdown. The event, which is aimed …
The top motivators for exercising have been revealed as wanting to beat a partner’s personal best, fit into old clothes, and to shake off a bad mood. A study of 2,000 adults reveals the top 50 list of reasons to get moving – with not wanting to let down a workout partner and the social …
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According to a new survey adults in the UK are clueless about how to carry out a string of outdoor tasks such as reading a compass or putting up a tent. The poll of 2,000 adults found a third would be unable to navigate their way around with just a map to hand, while 79% …
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New research has found the top foods that can instantly put you in a better mood. A new survey of 2,000 Americans analysed the relationship between our moods and the food we eat and found it really is a complicated relationship to say the least. 66% of respondents said what they eat greatly depends on …
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Bombscares, Benfica and the Brandywell Stadium. This is the story of a community that needed to catch a break and how its football club, exiled from the league for more than a decade, was brought back from the dead. The Brandywell was one of the poorest areas in Europe and home to Derry City Football …
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Lord Mayor of Belfast, Alderman Frank McCoubrey launched a campaign today to get the public running, walking or cycling 100 miles to mark the centenary of Northern Ireland. Joined at City Hall by community groups from across Belfast, the first citizen is calling on everyone to get involved in the centenary 100 mile challenge as …
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Katie (27) is a Fabric Sales Assistant from Lisburn. Her lifestyle blog Life With Ktkinnes offers advice on wellness, self-love, and self-acceptance, as well as book reviews, TV and film recommendations. Why did you decide to become a blogger/influencer? I felt I needed somewhere to be able to talk during a time when I had very few …
Lyndsey Milligan (36) is a Beauty Therapist and Salon Owner from Belfast. Her blog Lyndseysworld is about Beauty, Mental and Physical Health. Why did you decide to become a blogger/influencer? I started doing YouTube when I was housebound due to my health and needed an outlet. I found talking about things helped me mentally. I have gone from …
The East Belfast based football club have announced their involvement in the charity’s campaign which strives to raise awareness of the shocking reality of domestic abuse in Northern Ireland and raise funds to support their vital work in the community Glentoran FC have endorsed Belfast & Lisburn Women’s Aid’s latest campaign – the #10KbyMay …
Lee is a 35 year old phone sales man and full time student from Coleraine, who blogs under the handle ‘Mental Health by Lee’ Why did you decide to become a blogger/influencer? Really to help that someone to never feel the way I felt when I had my mental health breakdown and wanted to end …
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Ro Owens is a 26 year old Multidisciplinary Artist from Lurgan, but currently living in Belfast. Ro’s art focuses on performance and mainly on Illustration. Ro studied Drama at Queen’s University where she was introduced to performance art and also a great friend, Emily Foran with who she founded The Movement Collective, a devising social …
Government targets to have children to have an assessment and statement of special needs within 34 weeks could be at risk unless another £30m of funding is made available, according to evidence given to Department of Education officials. Ricky Irwin was giving evidence to the Assembly Committee for Education in the wake of a scathing …
It’s official – dancing really is the best medicine, with Brits claiming it makes them feel happier and less stressed. A study of 2,000 adults found eight in 10 feel a boogie boosts their mood, with three quarters feeling ‘happy’ after shimmying around their home. For seven in 10, dancing helps to relieve their stress …
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Four in 10 Gen Z women have experienced a wake-up call during quarantine that made them realise what they want to pursue in life, according to new research. The study asked 2,000 American women aged 18-24 about their time in isolation and how it has impacted them. As 44% of respondents have experienced a wake-up …
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