Understanding and Managing Depression

Depression is one of the most common mental health problems and although we all feel low sometimes, depression is a diagnosis that affects people’s everyday lives.

We will discuss what depression is, it’s symptoms, how positive activities could help you feel better and the role of thinking in depression.

We will also discuss how to challenge unhelpful thoughts to manage depression better.

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- Depression and symptoms

- Depression and activity levels

- Role of thinking in depression

- Challenging unhelpful thinking

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Dates of Course:

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Thursday 12, 19, 26 September and 3 October,

4 - 6 pm

Boost Confidence and Self Esteem

Self esteem plays a very important part in our wellbeing at work and in our personal life.

Good self-esteem gives us confidence, makes us feel better about ourselves and others, and encourages us to be open to new experiences.

We will focus on what makes our self esteem low, how to recognise negative self-talk and manage it better, in order to develop healthy self-esteem.

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- Everything about self esteem

- Self-esteem and negative thinking

- Challenging negative self-talk

- Focusing on me: positive qualities and activities

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Dates of Course:

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Wednesday 25 September, 2, 9, 16 October, 

 2 - 4 pm

Understanding and Managing Anxiety

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health issues in UK and although it can affect our lives negatively, there are ways to manage it better.

In this course we will explore what anxiety is and what behavioural, physical and cognitive effect it has on us. We will also learn how to challenge unhelpful thoughts and share other tips to deal with anxiety better.
At the end of each session we will try different relaxation techniques. 
 

- What is anxiety and causes of anxiety

- Manage anxiety by challenging negative thoughts

- Self help: choose your behaviour to challenge anxiety

- Other ways to deal with anxiety

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Dates of Course:

Wednesday 30 October and 6, 13, 20 November,

2 - 4 pm

Anger Management and Emotional Regulation

We all have variety of emotions that we do not like or that can cause problems in our lives and anger is probably one of those.

We will be discussing what anger is and exploring techniques that would help you deal with it better.

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- Understanding anger

- Challenging unhelpful thinking

- Anger and assertiveness

- Cope with criticism and disappointment better

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Date of Course:

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Wednesday 27 November and 4, 11, 18 December, 

4 - 6 pm

Managing Mental Health at Work

In recent years work has undergone a drastic change for a lot of us and for many coming back to ‘normal’ can be even more stressful than starting working remotely. Mental health is one of the leading causes of sickness absences in UK and a growing number of employers are recognising that taking care of employees wellbeing pays off.

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In this course we will discuss how to take care of your wellbeing at work, learn few strategies that would help you solve problems, prioritise your workload, become more assertive at work and much more.

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- Workplace Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP)

- Good time management and prioritising

- Assertiveness and problem solving

- Expanding your wellness toolbox at work and your rights

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Dates of Course:

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Tuesday 14, 21, 28 January

5 - 6 pm

Why Weight?

Exciting opportunity to access Why Weight? programme here at North Lincolnshire Mind. This Healthy Lifestyles programme aims to support your overall wellbeing by focusing on both physical and mental health.

The eight-week course offers practical guidance and support in areas from nutrition, portion sizes, physical activity, sleep, habits, mindfulness and much more.

We will work with you to identify your health goals and improve on areas that are important to you.

While weight loss can be a beneficial outcome, our primary focus is on helping you develop healthy habits and improve your mental and physical health.

We celebrate all achievements, big and small, whether it's increased energy levels, improved mood, or a healthier relationship with food. 

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Dates of Course:

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Thursday 14, 23, 30 January and 6, 13, 20, 27 February and 6 March

1 - 2.30 pm

Understanding and Managing Stress

The last few years has been particularly stressful for a lot of us and although stress is not mental health diagnosis, prolonged stress can contribute to poor mental wellbeing.

We will focus on stress and main stresses in life, learn how to recognise it and learn to manage it in more positive way.

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- Everything about stress: types, causes and effect

- Thinking patterns and stress

- Useful techniques to manage stress

- Stress essentials: daily self care

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Dates of Course:

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Saturday 18, 25 January and 1, 8 February, 

10 am - 12 pm

Practicing Assertiveness

This is for everyone who is interested in assertiveness and wants to learn how to use it to achieve work and personal goals.

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We will discuss what assertiveness is and isn’t, analyse different situations and try to identify our own communication style.

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- Assertiveness and other communication styles

- Communication blockers and boosters

- Different assertiveness techniques

- Dealing with criticism in an assertive way

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Dates of Course:

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Wednesday 22, 29 January and 5 February,

2 - 4 pm