Easter is nearly here, bringing with it a long bank holiday weekend. While many local services might be closing their doors for the break, you can still access Open Mental Health for support whenever you need it. We are here for the Somerset community 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so you never have to face a difficult moment alone.
Coping with the Holiday
For some, the four-day weekend is a chance to reset, enjoy the spring weather, or catch up with loved ones. However, for many of us, holidays like Easter can bring their own set of challenges.
The pressure to socialise can feel overwhelming if we are struggling with anxiety or low mood. If we have lost someone dear to us, the empty chair at a family meal can make grief feel particularly sharp. For those of us living with eating disorders or difficult relationships with food, the focus on chocolate and large festive meals can be a source of significant stress.
Whatever you are feeling, please know that you don’t have to put on a brave face just because it’s a holiday.
Gentle Ways to Look After Yourself
If the upcoming break feels a bit daunting, here are a few ways we can look after our wellbeing:
- Stick to a Gentle Routine: While holidays naturally disrupt our schedule, keeping small anchors—like waking up or eating at your usual time—can provide a sense of stability.
- Set Boundaries with Socialising: It is okay to say no or to leave a gathering early if you feel your social battery running low.
- Connect with Nature: Somerset is beautiful this time of year. A short trip out in the fresh air can be a simple way to clear your head.
- Be Kind to Yourself: If you find things difficult, try to speak to yourself with the same compassion you would offer a friend.
For more ideas, we have put together a Wellbeing Kit packed with resources to help you stay grounded and manage your mental health throughout the year. You can find it at: openmentalhealth.org.uk/stay-well-in-2026
Support Options Over Easter
If you find yourself struggling over the bank holiday, please reach out. You don’t need a diagnosis to ask for help—you just need to feel like you could use some support.
Mindline Somerset offers emotional and mental health support helpline 24/7. Whether you just need a friendly voice to listen or are in a moment of crisis, our team is here.
Crisis Safe Space (CSS) If you feel you are in a mental health crisis and need a safe, non-clinical environment to talk to someone either remotely or in person, Crisis Safe Space provides a quiet place to get support. These appointments can help prevent a situation from escalating and offer a way to find a path forward.
To arrange a Crisis Safe Space appointment, please call Mindline on the number below or book an appointment via our website.
We hope you have a peaceful and steady bank holiday weekend. Remember, we are only a phone call away.
Call us, anytime.
📞 Locally 01823 276892
📞 Freephone 0800 138 1692