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A good work-life balance

Anxiety can become a vicious cycle that’s hard to break out of. In a recent survey 29% of people said work was a source of anxiety, so it’s important to keep a healthy work-life balance. Mental Health Foundation have got some useful tips: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/explore-mental-health/a-z-topics/work-life-balance

Supporting each other:

How staff can help each other with mental health and wellbeing https://www.educationsupport.org.uk/resources/for-individuals/videos/supporting-each-other-how-staff-can-help-each-other-with-mental-health-and-wellbeing/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=website-launch-resources This is a free webinar discussing the importance of good colleague relationships for mental wellbeing. They share successful strategies to enable and encourage positive working relationships.

Stress-busting tips: how to stay calm and in control

Education Support’s webinar will offer practical advice and support for teachers and education staff. Follow the link to book your place: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stress-busting-tips-how-to-stay-calm-and-in-control-tickets-566533004467?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escb

Looking after your Mental Health

NB: www.mentalhealth.org.uk Mental Health.org have lots of how-to… guides which include lots of evidence-based information on different ways that you can help to look after your mental health. They’re all free to read online and download, or you can buy printed copies. Looking after your mental health | Mental Health Foundation

#SelfCareSummer – Anna Freud NCCF@AFNCCF

Are you ready for #SelfCareSummer? We have created packs for schools to help young people find strategies to support their mental health and wellbeing over the holidays, and we have also created a self-care toolkit for staff. Download now https://www.annafreud.org/schools-and-colleges/self-care-summer/