Articles by No Panic Volunteers

I was very happy to see that the theme for Mental health awareness week this year is nature! I think this is an excellent theme and as someone who spends a lot of their free time in the great outdoors, I find it particularly relevant. Life, in general, can be full of stress with work, […]

Mental Health Awareness week runs from the 10th to the 16th of May and this year’s theme is ‘nature’ and the benefits it can have on our mental health and general wellbeing. Being out of doors surrounded by nature can have a profound impact on our brains and the way we think as natural light

Staying in touch on a regular basis with your family can help you deal with the day-to-day stresses of everyday life. Even if they live just around the corner, you may not spend as much time as you would like catching up with what’s going on. We are sometimes so occupied with our own busy

A compliment is a polite expression of praise or admiration. They make both the giver and the receiver feel good. Appreciating others leads to more fulfilling relationships and better communication. So why don’t we use more of them? We are usually so busy living our lives and going about daily routines that we often forget

Music can have a significant effect on your mood. How often have you heard a song that brings back immediate memories of happy/sad times? You are instantly transported back to times gone by and the emotions are vividly relived. This is all the proof we need to show that music has an unbelievable power over

Sometimes on waking we can be daunted by the day ahead. All those tasks that lay waiting! If this sounds familiar and you’re feeling anxious about all that needs to be done. If you are overwhelmed by not getting the jobs started, let alone finished. Stay calm there is a great way to get on

Playing board games can be a great way to have fun. Just by connecting with others and having a laugh, you will decrease any stress almost instantly. Board games have become more popular again recently, a trend that is growing rapidly. But did you know that there are many other benefits from getting those old

One of the best things about donating to charity is simply feeling good about giving. Whether it is donating clothes to a charity shop, giving money or volunteering your time, the benefits will make you feel just great. Being able to give back to those in need helps you achieve a greater sense of well-being. Just knowing

Laughter has often been quoted as being the best medicine and with very good reason. Nothing works quicker to bring your mind and body back into balance than a good laugh! Laughter relieves physical tension and stress lifting your mood in minutes. Laughing is actually good for your health! It releases feel-good brain chemicals which

Friendship is good for your health. It is not how many friends you have in life that’s important but the quality of friends that really counts. Being able to chat away with someone of confidence has many benefits such as reducing stress and boosting happiness. Good friends are always there if times get tough or