This Wellbeing Wednesday our host, Rob Morris from Siemens Mobility, chatted to Dave Brown from the charity Samaritans. Dave discussed how Covid has impacted loneliness, the relationship between suicide and loneliness and things we can do help ourselves and others manage feelings of loneliness and isolation.
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Taming anxiety
If you or someone you know struggles with anxiety this session will provide tips and tools that can be used to manage anxiety. Psychotherapist, Dr Aaron Balick covers everything from the difference between feeling anxious and having anxiety, to common anxiety disorders and how Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can help.
Living with pain: from fighting to flourishing
Vidyamala Burch has suffered with chronic pain for over 30 years due to congenital weakness, a car accident and unsuccessful surgery. She is now a wheelchair user. In this positive and reassuring talk, she identifies that it is our resistance to pain which causes it to be so distressing and miserable. She shares easy-to follow breathing techniques and powerful mindfulness meditations teach you how to live in the present moment.
How to be a better listener
You can feel confident in supporting others with these tips on how to be a better listener. Watch May’s 5-Minute Wellbeing video from Dave Brown at the charity Samaritans.