What's happening in Beeston, Belle Isle, Cottingley, Holbeck, Hunslet, Middleton and Stourton
I was recently reminded of a story from author Jack Canfield. Two salespeople were doing exactly the same job, with the same skills, selling the same product. Yet one earned significantly more than the other. Curious, the lower-paid salesperson asked, “How do you manage to earn so much more per
A new community wellbeing group is launching at Hunslet Community Hub & Library next month. The new Men’s Self-Help Group is a structured, men’s-only peer support group facilitated by Tony Boncordo, Mental Health & Social Care Practitioner, and is aimed at men who live in Leeds aged 18+ who are looking
We have an exciting event coming up in April. Men’s Health Unlocked and Insight (Mental Health Peer Support Group) are coming together to bring you a networking event like no other! I have wanted to host and get involved in a networking event of this caliber for so long, I
There have never been more opportunities to share what we think about someone or something. A few taps on a keyboard and our opinions on someone’s work, service, writing, performance, even where to eat or holiday are out in the world. Immediate, visible and often permanent. But somewhere in the
Finally! It feels like winter is on its last legs, though, to be honest, the same could probably be said for me. I’m just getting over a horrific cold and a bug that outstayed its welcome about a week ago. Anyone I’ve grumbled to about feeling unwell, has instantly blamed
Middleton Primary School welcomed MindMate last month, who worked with Year 6 pupils on understanding and supporting their mental health. During the visit, the MindMate team helped pupils explore what can trigger feelings of anxiety and worry. Through open discussion and engaging activities, the children were encouraged to recognise their
I truly believe that everybody has a talent. Every single one of us is born with a unique gift. Some are immediately obvious and widely celebrated. Incredible singing voices, natural rhythm and charisma on the dance floor, being a talented musician or athlete. Others are quieter and less obvious. But
I noticed a tiny blob high up on my bedroom wall. In the half-light, and without my glasses, I was briefly horrified, convinced it was a spider. Once I put my specs on, I realised it was just a small damp patch. I checked it again that evening, squinted, tilted
For many, times are hard and money’s scarce. And on the surface we know that digging a financial hole to celebrate Christmas isn’t a great idea, yet getting swept along with the festivities is surprisingly easy to do. There’s payday loans, Klarna, and other “interest-free” temptations around every corner, the
I have the same thought most mornings, “Well, let’s see what today brings.” Like most people, I have some kind of expectation about what the day ahead holds for me. I run through the day in my mind’s eye. I base my thoughts partly on what’s going on in my