You’ve probably heard most of the standard sleep tips before, but it can be easy to fall back into old habits. Deciding to have a fresh start, making a small change and sticking with it to form a good habit, can really help. Try one of our 8 ways to wake up feeling refreshed.
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Are you balancing a job in health or social care with caring responsibilities at home? Find practical and wellbeing tips developed with Berkshire Healthcare's Working carers staff network
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We've been saddened by reports of the major earthquake in Turkey and Syria on 6 February. It has caused tens of thousands of deaths and widespread suffering. Wellbeing Matters is here to support health or social care staff, if you have family or friends in the area, or if you’re affected by the news.
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It's time to talk day. Have you noticed a friend, relative, or colleague not seeming like their usual self lately? Quieter than usual, not replying to messages? Get the confidence to have a chat about mental health, with these simple tips from Mind and Wellbeing Matters staff support service.
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After another challenging year, many health and care staff are facing unprecedented levels of pressure. If you’ve got the seasonal blues, see our tips on looking after yourself this winter. Try to get outside. Keep warm. Get support for money worries. And if you need support, we're here for you.
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Winter can be a great time to relax and reconnect with loved ones. It can also be a very intense time. Here are a few messages to help you be compassionate to yourself.
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Self-care is an important part of keeping your energy levels and mood in balance. Our Wellbeing Matters psychologists suggest tried and tested self-care tips, from baking, to going on a run and explain why they work. Which tip is your favourite?
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Managing stress is part of life. But if you’re under more pressure than usual, or feeling overwhelmed, here are some things you can do. Give yourself a stress management top up today.
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If you're feeling anxious, try the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique. Watch Elizabeth from our team explain it in 20 seconds. Or find out more about it.
Staff working in health and social care need to look after our own mental health too. We want to normalise talking about this, so we’ve been out and about chatting with colleagues about their wellbeing top tips. See photos and quotes from staff at wellbeing events around Berkshire.
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