This group is available to be commissioned by other youth groups, schools and organisations. This group takes place at your location, where it is familiar to the young people you work with. For more information about this programme please contact us to arrange a meeting.
Survival skills for Wellbeing is an Occupational Therapist led program consisting of 5 sessions. This program can help anyone who is struggling to support their own mental wellbeing.
In today’s fast-paced and often stressful world, it’s essential to have survival skills for well-being. These skills can help you manage your emotions, cope with stress, and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Here are some essential survival skills for well-being:
- Mindfulness: Mindfulness is the practice of being fully present and aware of your thoughts, feelings, and surroundings without judgment. It helps you to stay focused, reduce stress, and improve your overall well-being.
- Self-care: Self-care involves taking care of your physical, emotional, and mental health. This can include getting enough sleep, exercising regularly, practicing relaxation techniques, and engaging in activities that bring you joy.
- Resilience: Resilience is the ability to bounce back from adversity and overcome challenges. Developing resilience can help you stay strong in the face of setbacks, manage stress, and maintain a positive outlook.
- Communication: Effective communication skills are essential for building and maintaining healthy relationships. Learning how to express yourself clearly and listen actively can help you improve your relationships and reduce conflict.
- Problem-solving: Problem-solving skills can help you identify and address challenges in your life. By developing your problem-solving skills, you can find creative solutions to problems and reduce stress.
- Social support: Having a strong social support network is essential for maintaining good mental health. Building and maintaining relationships with family, friends, and community members can help you cope with stress and feel more connected.
By developing these survival skills for well-being, you can improve your quality of life, reduce stress, and increase your overall resilience. Remember that building these skills takes time and practice, so be patient and kind to yourself as you work to improve your well-being.
Who is it for?
- Young people aged of 7-16
- Those who want to build skills to support their mental health
- Those who want to develop social skills or feel comfortable in a social group
- Those who can attend 5 sessions held on consecutive weeks
Each group will start with a short yoga practice before going on to explore the week’s theme. Groups are 2 hours long and include a short break for refreshments.
Each participant will have a 1:1 session at the start and end of the group with an Occupational Therapist to ask and answer any questions and complete goals.
An example of the 5-week programme:
| Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 | Week 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theme: Belonging | Theme: Emotional Regulation | Theme: Identity | Theme: Self-Care | Theme: Advocating for self |
| -Yoga to feel safe -Setting Boundaries – Group contract -Group games and Challenges | -Yoga to notice how you feel -Exploring Sensory Tools -Learning to ‘watch our thoughts -Group Creative Activity | -Yoga for self-compassion -Badge Making -Collages -Making characters out of fimo | -Yoga to explore balance -Exploring the 5 ways to wellbeing -Planning a Balanced Life -Self-Care Activities | -Yoga to explore power and Strength -Exploring Consent -Practicing Assertiveness Super Powers -Quiz -Certificates -Group Resolution |
Facilitator:
These sessions are facilitated by Lily (Occupational Therapist)