Kaleidoscope social space for LGBTQIA+ people and allies aged 17-24
Are you 17 – 24 and looking to socialise with others from the Havering LGBTQ+ community? Join our FREE social club. We meet every first Tuesday of the month at...
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Looking after your wellbeing
Good mental wellbeing is important for our physical health, our relationships, our education, our work and for achieving our potential. It can help us to cope with any problems or challenges we face and to enjoy the good things.
Tips for looking after your wellbeing
The Five Ways to Wellbeing are steps that any of us can take to look after our wellbeing:
1. Connect
Connect with the people around you, family, friends, colleagues and neighbours.
There are many groups in Havering where you can connect with your community and meet new people.
2. Be active
Regular exercise is good for your mental health. Try going for a walk or a run, being out in the garden or playing a game.
Find a local exercise class or group where you can get active.
3. Take notice – be curious and aware of the world around you
Taking a minute to be in the moment can help to reduce stress and appreciate the world around you.
Taking notice can be doing some yoga or mindfulness, going for a walk and appreciating the nature around you or meeting a friend and being in the moment.
4. Keep learning
Trying new things is great for your mental health.
Why not try a new recipe, learn a new language or set yourself a challenge?
5. Give back to your community
Giving back to your community is a great way to look after your own wellbeing. Do something nice for somebody, volunteer or maybe join a community group.
There are thousands of places you can volunteer in Havering.
Support for specific communities
Mental health support
If you need help, there is lots of free support in the borough.
Upcoming Events
The Proper Blokes Club Men’s Walk & Talk Group
Mondays at 7pmMeet at Lodge Farm Park, 13 Carlton Road Join us every Monday for a gentle walk from Lodge Farm Park via Raphael Park and back. It’s a beautiful...
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