South Kent Mind
People: Improving people’s mental wellbeing
We want to provide a series of mindfulness classes to improve and maintain people's mental health and wellbeing.
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About this cause
South Kent Mind is a mental health charity serving the communities living in Folkestone, Hythe, Romney, Deal and Dover. Our mission is to improve the lives of people with mental health challenges in South Kent and promote the preservation and safeguarding of mental health and the relief of persons suffering from mental health disorders. Our activities include an information and support service; A low-cost counselling service; Part of the Live Well Kent provision providing Coping with Life Workshops; an Active SELF Programme that includes health walks, relaxation, yoga, pilates, arts and crafts, creative writing, and a mindfulness programme; peer-led support groups; mental health first aid training; and a youth provision providing programmes centred around cognitive behaviour coaching.
How this cause brings people in the community together
Mindfulness practice involves bringing yourself back into the present moment by noticing elements of your surroundings you may normally be too busy to notice. It helps by relaxing the body and mind simultaneously through breathing exercises and guided imagery. This way we can release tension and become more aware of how we’re feeling. For busy people, it is an opportunity to take some time out for yourself and join us on Zoom to learn how mindfulness can reduce stress and anxiety whilst bringing more joy to your life.