Tough Enough To Care

A HUGE thank you to The Roe Deer in Wordsley and their amazing community of dog walkers, who raised an incredible £250 for Tough Enough To Care during their final walk of the year! Check out their "pawsome" photos!

Some days feel heavier than others. And that's okay. It's easy to get caught up in the pressure of having to do everything perfectly, but sometimes the best thing you can do is to take a breath and remind yourself that it's okay to just do what you can today. If all you managed to do today was get out of bed, that’s a win. If you didn’t tackle everything on your to-do list, that’s okay too. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, it’s okay to take a step back. Every little step matters, no matter how small it may seem. Life isn’t a race, and you’re allowed to go at your own pace. Progress is progress, even if it’s just getting through the day. Be gentle with yourself. #MentalHealthMatters #TakeItOneDayAtATime #YouAreEnough

Have YOU signed up for The Tough Enough To Care Santa Run yet?! Join us for a festive fun run on Sunday, 8th December at Sandwell Valley Park to help raise funds to provide vital mental health support in your local area! Whether you’re running, walking, or dancing your way through the course, it’s all about spreading Christmas cheer and having a jolly good time! Perfect for all ages and fitness levels—bring the whole family along for some Chrimbo magic! Don’t miss out on the most festive run of the year! Sign up today: https://lnkd.in/gWfa8UK5

Our Ambassador Matt recently completed his #MakeItYour84 challenge, completing 84 push ups a day for 84 days to raise funds and awareness for our services. Check out his video here. Want to take on the challenge yourself ? Head on over to www.toughenoughtocare.org to find out how to get involved.

A MASSIVE thankyou goes to the Atlantic Rocks Team today, who have presented us with an INCREDIBLE £4,400 after rowing the Atlantic. RAF Regiment Gunners: Sgt Phil Angus, Sgt Dan Martin, Cpl Justin Wallace & Cpl Gary Binns took on the physically and mentally tough challenge to raise funds for us and five other charities and completed the mission in 61 days 19 hours and 13 minutes at sea. The Atlantic Dash ocean rowing regatta is one of the toughest endurance events in the world and we are so unbelievably grateful to the team for taking it on for Tough Enough To Care. Their incredible efforts will make such a difference to us and help us to continue to provide vital services to those who need us most. Find out more about their epic journey here: https://lnkd.in/eYkHzB_z

It occurred to Pooh and Piglet that they hadn't heard from Eeyore for several days, so they put on their hats and coats and trotted across the Hundred Acre Wood to Eeyore's stick house. Inside the house was Eeyore. "Hello Eeyore," said Pooh. "Hello Pooh. Hello Piglet," said Eeyore, in a Glum Sounding Voice. "We just thought we'd check in on you," said Piglet, "because we hadn't heard from you, and so we wanted to know if you were okay." Eeyore was silent for a moment. "Am I okay?" he asked, eventually. "Well, I don't know, to be honest. Are any of us really okay? That's what I ask myself. All I can tell you, Pooh and Piglet, is that right now I feel really rather Sad, and Alone, and Not Much Fun To Be Around At All. Which is why I haven't bothered you. Because you wouldn't want to waste your time hanging out with someone who is Sad, and Alone, and Not Much Fun To Be Around At All, would you now." Pooh looked at Piglet, and Piglet looked at Pooh, and they both sat down, one on either side of Eeyore in his stick house. Eeyore looked at them in surprise. "What are you doing?" "We're sitting here with you," said Pooh, "because we are your friends. And true friends don't care if someone is feeling Sad, or Alone, or Not Much Fun To Be Around At All. True friends are there for you anyway. And so here we are." "Oh," said Eeyore. "Oh." And the three of them sat there in silence, and while Pooh and Piglet said nothing at all; somehow, almost imperceptibly, Eeyore started to feel a very tiny little bit better. Because Pooh and Piglet were There. No more; no less. #mentalhealth #Friends #Friendship #anxiety #toughtogether #peersupport #ptsd #bpd #brotherhood #depression #brothers #talking #strongertogether #support #mentalhealthawareness #positivity #family #itsokaynottobeokay #friends #suicideprevention #help #talk #love #checkin #supporteachother #ToughEnoughToCare #wellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthmatters #health #ToughTogether #mentalhealth ** Original author of this post unknown **

Mental health is an essential part of our overall well-being, yet many employees still hesitate to discuss their struggles in the workplace. In our latest blog post, we explore why this silence exists and how employers can create a supportive environment for open dialogue about mental health. Learn about the common fears employees face and discover actionable strategies for creating a culture of understanding and support. Together, we can break down barriers and promote mental wellness in our workplaces! Read the full post here: https://lnkd.in/e_wfYSHJ #MentalHealthMatters #WorkplaceWellness #OpenDialogue #SupportEachOther

Tomorrow marks World Mental Health Day. You’ll probably notice many brands acknowledging it, but let's not let the conversation end there. Mental health affects us all, every one of us can be impacted. According to Mind 1 in 4 people in England will experience a mental health problem each year. Norwich City Football Club shared a video last year that serves as a powerful reminder of just how devastating it can be when we avoid talking about mental health. Make it a habit to ask, “How are you, really?” on a regular basis, not just this week. I’ve shared some useful numbers if you need them in the comments. Don’t be afraid to reach out. Mind, Samaritans, Campaign Against Living Miserably, The Mix Charity, PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide, Shout UK, Mental Health Foundation

Thursday the 10th of October is World Mental Health Day. A day dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and encouraging open conversations about mental wellbeing. By discussing mental health, we can create a supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable seeking help and sharing their experiences. This week at JLA, we are pleased to welcome Stu Bratt BCA from the mental health charity Tough Enough To Care for a series of talks with colleagues across our business on Wednesday and Thursday. This is actually a ‘welcome back’ for Stuart – he was formerly a JLA Field Engineer and so has a unique insight into our business! A huge thank you to Stuart, Alex Harrison and to the TETC team! Find helpful resources and learn more about the incredible Tough Enough To Care charity here: https://lnkd.in/gK-mYmr