Every year, during the last week of June, the world comes together to celebrate World Wellbeing Week. This global event serves as a reminder of the importance of wellbeing in every aspect of our lives—physical, mental, emotional, and social. Originating in Jersey, Channel Islands, this initiative has gained international traction, encouraging individuals, communities, and organisations to prioritise their health and happiness.
World Social Work Day: Celebrating Our Community
Today and everyday we’re extending our heartfelt gratitude to all the dedicated social workers who tirelessly strive to create a brighter and more inclusive future for children and young people
To mark World Book Day the Mind Of My Own team have put together a short list of our favourite children's books exploring themes of feelings, anxiety, identity, inclusion, acceptance and the power of making your voice heard.
Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day: a day to celebrate the mothers in our lives, the one who gave birth to us, the one who adopted us, the one we picked to be our mother or who volunteered to step up for the role because ours was not available to us, an aunt, a grandmother, friend, or foster mother.
Kindness: A quick recipe for wellbeing
Less than two months into 2024 and the familiar trend of struggle dominates the news and moods of communities across the world. And with less social activity and daylight during this time of year, wellbeing is left particularly vulnerable, leading to spikes in Seasonal Affective Disorder and depression rates across age groups.
‘…and we’re listening cos we got Mind Of My Own.’
Last Friday, the Mind Of My Own team was called into a meeting for a special surprise from North Yorkshire, turning our day into something extraordinary