Pulford Publicity Charity of the Year: Dorset Mind

Managing stress

Tips from mental health charity Dorset Mind

Managing stress, especially during periods of change or uncertainty can have a negative impact on your mental health and wellbeing.

According to a Censuswide survey, asking 2,000 UK adults, 79% said they feel stressed at least one day a month (Ciphr, 2021).

In stressful environments it may feel difficult to stop and take a breather.

Dorset Mind delivers training to workplaces about managing stress. Here are a few of training manager, Marie-Clare’s top tips:

• Be honest with yourself and others about what you can achieve

• Prioritise tasks and really consider when each task needs to be completed

• Schedule breaks – add time out to your calendar

• Share problems – don’t bury your head

• Celebrate wins, however big

• Be part of a solution rather than always focusing on the problem

In addition, local non-profit organisations can help. Dorset Mind provides 1-2-1 and group mental health support for adults and young people. Services are available for online referral at dorsetmind.uk.

For support with money related issues, visit citizensadvice.org.uk. Or see what support services/schemes are available through your local council to assist with the cost of living.

Finally, remember to connect with others about how you’re feeling. A good support network can make all the difference in finding solutions to problems. If you need someone to talk to, you can contact Samaritans listening service on 116 123 (open 24/7).

Source: Workplace stress statistics: how stressed is the UK in 2021? - Ciphr

Join Dorset View for a fundraising night out

Pulford Publicity, the publishers of Dorset View and Viewpoint, are holding a charity fundraiser in aid of their Charity of the Year, Dorset Mind and would like to extend the invitation to everyone connected with any of their many publications.

Advertisers, readers, suppliers, friends and family as well as all the other businesses at Dana House are welcome to book their place now.

There will be a meal, raffle and auction with ‘auctioneer’ Tony Brown on Saturday 14 October in the Brabant Suite at Dudsbury Golf Club. Tickets to this event will soon be released and places are limited. If you would like to make a reservation call Ben or Louis on 01202 870270. Or email Janine@dorsetview. co.uk. Details of booking on line will shortly become available. “Come and relax with us for an enjoyable evening raising money for Dorset Mind,” said editor, Janine Pulford. “Black ties and posh frocks are not necessary, but if you want to dress up that’s fine by us.”