As the old saying goes, a problem shared is a problem halved, and Mind in Somerset is offering three new online groups where you can share your experiences and learn effective coping strategies.
Looking after Me: This peer support group runs on Tuesdays for eight weeks from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Zoom. It is a self-care-focused group offering a safe, confidential, and welcoming space where you can connect with others and develop an understanding of self-care. Some of the topics discussed are recognising what you need, barriers to self-care, and working with boundaries.
Embracing Neurodiversity: Wednesdays 11:00 am-12:30 pm on Zoom. Do you feel you are different to others or have trouble connecting and don’t know why? Or maybe you’ve been diagnosed and want to know more about living with your difference. Have you come across the word neurodivergent and wondered what this may mean in terms of your experience? Autism, ADHD, dyslexia, brain injury, PTSD and OCD all fit under this umbrella, as well as many more. The group will give you an opportunity to discuss and explore what neurodiversity means to you in a supportive and safe environment.
Women’s Health Group: Endometriosis support: Mondays 12:00-1:30 pm. One in ten women is affected by endometriosis/adenomyosis, but unfortunately, the average length of time to get a diagnosis is seven years. This can have a huge impact on wellbeing alongside the pain/illness and challenges faced when living alongside this disease. The women’s health group is a safe space where you can meet and chat with others who have their own experience of Endometriosis/adenomyosis. The group will not medically advise but will offer a space for support and information and empower you to advocate for yourself and your medical care.
To learn more about these sessions, please email victoria.buckler@mindinsomerset.org.uk