Mental health
Poetry Without Words: Paul’s story
Paul Hawkins is a poet, artist, publisher and former learner with our Bristol Wellbeing College. He now runs his own…
Read MoreNot feeling the Christmas spirit? You’re not alone
Why Christmas puts so much pressure on our mental health, and tips for reducing stress during the Christmas season. We’re…
Read MoreArt, attention and ADHD awareness
Our resident Bristol Wellbeing College blogger, Chrissy, writes about the experience of her mum being diagnosed with ADHD in her…
Read MoreLaunching Stories of Change: our impact report
Today we launch our 2022 Impact Report which gives a flavour of our work over the last 12 months. Called…
Read MoreWhy it’s so important to talk about men’s mental health
It’s the start of November and we need to remember the reason behind ‘Movember’ and the importance of starting and continuing conversations around men’s mental health.
Read MoreChanging Futures
You may have heard about the new Government funded Changing Futures programme which is working with some of the most disadvantaged people in Bristol. The aim is to help empower them to lead independent lives and to improve service provision
Read MoreNational Schizophrenia Awareness Day – lessons we can all learn from those affected by schizophrenia
For Schizophrenia Awareness Day, Bristol Wellbeing College learner and blogger Chrissy writes about mental health stigma and what we can learn from people living with schizophrenia.
Read More“Hope saved my life.” How the Hope Project helped men at risk of suicide
We’re delighted to have achieved national recognition with the publication of an independent evaluation into the suicide prevention work we’re doing with men. The report validates the great work we’re doing and the efficacy of our approach to offer men in crisis both emotional and practical support.
Read MoreYou didn’t try and fix me
River felt ready to tell his story after a difficult couple of years working out his identity and dealing with multiple mental health crises. To mark Pride month, we share River’s story and his insights into why Second Step’s support means so much to him.
Read MoreCombatting loneliness – step by step
Bristol Wellbeing College learner, Chrissy, has shared her own insights into how finding the awe in the outdoors can help us cope with loneliness:
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