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Mind BLMK

4 days ago

We think it's important that we show our appreciation to our supporters, who keep us going even during difficult times. We couldn't do the important work we do without you.

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Mind BLMK

5 days ago

Cara, our School Counselling Coordinator, is still working hard to support students. Last week for #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek she set them a kindness challenge.

We love Uma's response - a rucksack full of kind thoughts that reminds us to treat ourselves kindly too.

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Mind BLMK

1 week ago

We want to thank everyone from Bedford, Luton and Milton Keynes who shared with us how kindness has had a positive impact on their mental health. It lifted our spirits speaking to each one of you. And here's a final one, for the to close with on #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek⁣
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"I was used to seeing my family at least twice a week. So when this all started I was feeling lost and helpless and missed them a lot. I found it really difficult. I’m grateful to have such good family and friends, and video calls are a nice way for us to stay connected, but I found we were mainly talking about what’s been on TV and what we’ve been eating, nothing deeper than that – it can feel one dimensional.⁣
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I received a letter with a note inside that read “I’m hoping what is enclosed will give you a boost to your day. Please remember how great you are. You can place these post-it notes around your house, for when you need them.” In the envelope, there were lots of post-it notes that had been written on. “You’re an amazing friend and I’m lucky to have you in my life.” “Take care of yourself, and then you can take care of others.”⁣
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It was really unexpected. For me the things that really make a difference are meaningful conversations and knowing that someone is thinking about me. Reading these notes made me feel validated and recognised as being a good friend, which really meant a lot. I like this one - “You’re doing your best and that is enough.” And “Don’t be hard on yourself, life is hard and we’re all learning as we go.” They’re all really kind.⁣
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I put all the notes on my fridge so every time I come home I see them again. And each time it reminds me that someone’s thinking about me. I get emotional just thinking about it. It’s nice to understand what I mean to someone else, and reminds me how we can make someone feel by reaching out to them in different, more meaningful ways.⁣
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I hope that after this is all over, we carry on connecting with people in honest and open ways that shows we really value them. But also, I hope people remember to continue to have more of an understanding for other people’s situations. That normally there’s a reason why friends haven’t connected with us. It doesn’t mean that they don’t care. They do still care and most likely think about you too, but they just don’t always communicate that - and that’s okay. Just because they’re not saying what they feel it doesn’t mean you’re any less important in their life. Remembering this is a kind act in itself."⁣
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