Awareness about the effects of social media on our mental health and wellbeing As part of the Ambassador Programme at a local school, a group of teenage ambassadors has created this post to raise awareness about the effects of social media on our mental health and wellbeing. Please take a moment to review some tips and insights regarding the impact of social media on our lives!
Empowering Students: Mental Health and Neurodiversity Ambassadors Leading the Way 🐾 Donna and our well-being dog, Nigel, recently attended the open evening at Invicta Grammar School to help launch our Neurodiversity and Mental Health Ambassadors programme! 🐶🎓 This exciting initiative is part of the ongoing work at Rewrite Your Story (RWYS), where we are committed to fostering mental health awareness and providing essential support to students. Our ambassadors at MidKent College and Invicta Grammar School are leading the charge in creating positive change within their schools, breaking down stigmas, and advocating for mental health awareness. Through peer-led initiatives, workshops, and [...]
MidKent College Neurodiversity Mental Health Ambassadors We are recruiting now! Join Us in Shaping a Healthier, Happier Tomorrow for Everyone! Be the Change for a Brighter Future In a world where mental health often takes a backseat, we invite you, the bright minds of MidKent College, to lead the way towards a future where mental wellness is prioritized. We're excited to announce our joint collaboration between Rewrite Your Story Therapy Partners and MidKent College for our Ambassadors project, funded by the KCC Kent & Medway Suicide Prevention Programme. Will you answer the call? Focusing on Neurodiversity This initiative aims to [...]
Calling All MidKent College Students! Join the Neurodiversity Mental Health Ambassadors Project! We have some exciting news to share! Rewrite Your Story and Therapy Partners are teaming up with MidKent College for an incredible initiative funded by the KCC Kent & Medway Suicide Prevention Programme, and we need YOU! Are you ready to make a difference? Why You Should Join: Champion Mental Health: Help break down barriers and challenge the stigma, especially for neurodiverse individuals. Empower Your Peers: Share knowledge and strategies to help others seek and offer support. Get Creative: Produce engaging content and short films that will resonate [...]
Invicta Grammar School Mental Health Ambassadors for a Better Future Join Us in Shaping a Healthier, Happier Tomorrow for Everyone! Expression of Interest Be the Change for a brighter future In a world where mental health often takes a backseat, we invite you, the bright minds of Invicta Grammar School, to lead the way towards a future where mental wellness is prioritised. We're searching for passionate young individuals to become Ambassadors for a Better Future. Will you answer the call? Why Become an Ambassador? As an Ambassador, you will be at the forefront of a vital movement, working to: Demystify [...]
Celebrating Our Journey: A Tribute to Men 2 Groups and the Path Forward with Mentell As we turn the pages of our collective journey, it's essential to pause and reflect on the paths we've traversed and the bridges we're crossing into new beginnings. The Men 2 Groups have been a beacon of hope and solidarity for many since their inception in September 2019, a time when the world seemed to close in on itself during the lockdown. This blog post is a tribute to every individual who has been a part of this incredible journey and a warm embrace of [...]
Unlock your Happiness in 2024 with Rewrite Your Story: Introducing our New Psychoeducational Therapist-Led Group starting in January 2024! Life can be a rollercoaster, with ups and downs that impact our mood and well-being. Whether it's challenges in relationships, a tough day at work, financial stress, or parenting troubles, Rewrite Your Story is here to help you navigate through it all and discover the path to happiness. Starting in January 2024, Rewrite Your Story is excited to announce a groundbreaking initiative – a Psychoeducational Therapist-Led Group designed to empower individuals with the tools they need to transform their lives positively [...]
Rachel Perrett (COO at Therapy Partners), Billy (Paws 2 Learn, therapy dog) and Alan Heyes (Founder/Trustee of Rewrite Your Story). ‘Rewrite Your Story, a specialist young people's mental health charity based in Maidstone, Kent has received a generous donation of £1000 from John Lewis Bluewater, the UK’s largest employee-owned business and parent company of John Lewis Partnership and Waitrose. The donation was made as part of John Lewis Partnership’s ‘Community Matters’ scheme, which offers each Partner (staff member) the opportunity to vote for a local charity (or community group) to receive a grant. With a current focus of ‘Health and [...]
Around 400 men a year in the UK are diagnosed with breast cancerThis figure may seem low in comparison to the 55,000 women who are diagnosed with the disease every year, but this figure is still too high.Breast cancer in men is often discovered later, so it is vital that more men become aware of the causes and signs of breast cancer and what they can do to reduce their risk of getting this devastating disease.Find out more Key Facts sheet
The Transformative Power of Nutrition: Insights from Therapy Partners' Presentation at Simon Stock School Introduction: Recently, the students at Simon Stock School in Maidstone were privileged to attend a thought-provoking presentation by our nutritionist, Hannah. Her engaging talk at their recent sports day focused on the profound connection between nutrition and mental health, captivating over 1000 students with her wealth of knowledge and expertise. In this blog, we will delve into the key takeaways from Hannah's presentation and explore the transformative power of nutrition on mental well-being. Understanding the Mind-Body Connection: Hannah's presentation began by emphasising the crucial link between [...]
