Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) shows us that the way we think is very closely related to the way we feel: So, if you change the way you think, you’ll also …
Being more in the here and now or ‘in the moment’ is sometimes referred to as mindfulness. You may have heard of it. It has roots in ancient Buddhist and …
In the previous Step, you read about Josh’s reaction to being unable to play football for at least three months. Were you able to come up with some new ways …
Congratulations on completing Week 1. Throughout the Week, you’ll have spotted links to useful websites and further reading around that particular topic. In the next Step, there’s a list of …
Parents, carers and other adults who are supporting young people may find these next three Steps particularly useful. If you’re a young person working through the course you may find …
You’ve explored how the body benefits from regular routines, and this is the same for eating and exercise. But both of these areas of life also benefit from variety. Eating …
These unusual times have meant that the way in which we connect and socialise, has changed drastically. Young people in particular may be missing this aspect of their lives and …
Routines are an important part of life that keep the body prepared and ready for the day ahead. Restrictions brought about by COVID-19 may have disrupted many of your existing …
Watch Dr Faith Orchard explain some of the processes involved in sleep, and how these can be affected when we’re feeling low. Sleep is hugely important for both our physical …
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted our everyday life. To slow the transmission of the virus, lockdown measures introduced by governments have rapidly changed our way of living and many of …
Here’s a list of useful resources. Resources UK Government information on COVID-19 Please note these links take you to UK government advice; we recommend that you follow the advice of …
Watch this video featuring Jack and Pete (both played by actors) speaking to each other. (Please note that this video was filmed prior to the pandemic and the lockdown guidelines). …
You’ve almost reached the end of the course. In the next Step, you’ll find a comprehensive list of websites and further reading, but let’s first recap what we’ve covered. In …
Discover other useful resources in this final Step. Week 2 resources Positive Psychology website has further information about Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Emerging Minds is a research network that aims …
Watch Dr Faith Orchard introduce this first week in the video. You can choose to work through the course Step-by-Step or dip into the parts you think you’ll find most …