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Are you ok? articles

After what we’ve been through it’s OK to feel differently, and as we enter a new normal it is more important than ever to look after our physical and mental wellbeing.

Exercise is therapy

This week we spoke to Shanaze Reade, World Champion BMX rider, Olympian and Ambassador for the Manx Youth Games, about how exercise can be a great tool to improving and maintaining our own mental health.

Tips to reduce anti-social media

This week we’ve looked to our cyber experts to pull together the most common advice to prevent our online platforms becoming anti-social media.

Wellbeing and returning to school

Dr Jonathan Fee, Senior Educational & Child Psychologist talks about return to school and the impact of the pandemic on children's mental health.

Tips for managing the work life balance

Senior Health Improvement Officer Lauren McLachlan, gives some tips for managing your work life balance.

How to spot the early signs someone might be struggling.

Ross Bailey, head of our Mental Health Services, talks about spotting the early signs that you or someone around you might be struggling, as well are the resources available to help.

Sexual Assault and Sexual Violence awareness week

Paula Gelling, manager and Independent Sexual Violence advisor (ISVA) at Victim Support Isle of Man talks about Sexual Assault and Sexual Violence awareness week, and what it means.

Domestic abuse

Tam Wedgewood, a domestic abuse survivor and trainer at Space 4 Action, talks about domestic abuse during lockdown.

The importance of checking in on those around us

Anita Imberger Senior Health Improvement Officer, talks about the importance of checking in on those around us.

Qwell - digital mental health and wellbeing

Digital mental health and wellbeing company Qwell tell us all about the help and support they offer adults online.

Kooth - digital mental health and wellbeing

Digital mental health and wellbeing company Kooth tell us all about the help and support they offer to children aged between 11 and 18 – much of which you might not be aware of.

Stress Awareness Month

This week, HR expert Linda Wheeler talks about stress and how to recognise and manage it.

Domestic abuse at Christmas

The TV is full of happy families at Christmas, but the reality can be very different.

Give and you will receive

Commissioner Jane Glover MBE, talks about giving your time to help others.

The positive effects of getting outdoors

An anonymous nature lover who suffers with depression, talks about the positive effects of getting outdoors.

Giving up smoking

Senior Health Improvement Officer, Lauren McLachlan, talks about giving up smoking.

Suicide prevention

Senior Health Improvement Officer, Sean McLachlan, talks about suicide prevention.

Seeing life through a different lens at tricky times

Project Officer for UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man, Jo Overty, talks about seeing life through a different lens at tricky times.

The benefits of giving your time

Wildlife Park volunteer, Shirley Corlett, talks about the benefits of giving your time.

Transitioning to university

Senior Educational & Child Psychologist, Jonny Fee, talks about the transition to university.

The benefits of the arts

Arts Development Manager, Jane Corkill, talks about the role the arts can play in boosting wellbeing.

Calming a busy mind with mindfulness

Local mindfulness teacher, Julie Bibby, talks about the art of being present.

Love in the time of COVID-19

Counselling Psychologist, Ruari Donald, talks about love in the time of COVID.

Eating well for a healthy body and mind

Registered Dietitian, Nikki Partington, talks about the importance of eating well to keep body and mind healthy.

Loneliness and Jiminy Cricket

Counselling Psychologist, Ruari Donald, talks about loneliness.

Time to tune in!

Counsellor, Maria Mihalache-Ward, talks about changing your life script.

Dealing with debt

Head of the Isle of Man’s Office of Fair Trading, John Peet, talks about the financial pressures many are facing and the help on offer.

Find your spark!

Sports Development Officer, Gianni Epifani, talks about the benefits of an active lifestyle and how being active every day is great for our bodies and minds.

Exam results: Dealing with disappointment

Senior Educational & Child Psychologist, Jonny Fee, talks about the stresses pupils face when receiving their exam grades.

Mental resilience

Consultant Clinical Psychologist Dr Mark Skelding, talks about mental resilience.

Home schooling

Father-of-two and journalist Paul Speller shares an open letter to parents, about some of his experiences with home learning.