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We all want to live in a better place. If you’re a parent, the wish for living in a better and kinder world intensifies. Sometimes, we think that’s all we can do: wish. But you can help this world become a better place. You don’t need to have superpowers to be a hero. You just need a heart that strives to be good. 💜 You change the world by giving people hope--the hope to live, the hope to love, and be loved for a longer time. You can help spread hope by helping people with chronic conditions. #jsf #jennysourisfoundation #DonateForAGoodCause #chronicdisease #chronicdiseases #chronicdiseaseawareness #heartdisease #heartdiseaseawareness #heartdiseases #coronaryheartdisease #cardiovasculardisease #cardiovasculardiseaseprevention #Cardiovasculardiseases

Men, what are you apart of that enriches your life? Michael Easter, author of The Comfort Crisis, highlights that our modern lives are sheltered and sterile, leaving us feeling under-challenged and disconnected. From my experience, this is especially true for men who spend decades of their lives with endless to-do lists, little time for themselves and feeling as though life is a game of whack-a-mole. Given many of us experience life this way, it’s no surprise that we've optimised for convenience and comfort, but downstream, an unintended consequence of our choices is without question, loneliness. A Norwegian report found that loneliness can increase your risk of death by 26% and is worse for your health and wellbeing than being obese. So, who do you belong to? What community are you apart of? At Men & Mountains, we know togetherness, conversation and challenge combat loneliness; be know our peer to peer community remedies our disconnected, frantically paced lives. If you feel the need to get outside, be amongst peers; perhaps you’re questioning your life choices or going through something, join us. Our walks and charitable fundraising this year are in support of Wales Air Ambulance Charity • Elusen Ambiwlans Awyr Cymru. So far we’ve raised over £1700. Side note. I’m often asked what ‘type’ of men join our walks, my response, every kind - as you see here. Yours in becoming better. #men #bettermen #community #menandmountains #mensupportingmen #rethinkingmasculinity

"Wishing you a year filled with joy, prosperity, and countless blessings. May the spirit of giving and kindness guide us all. Happy New Year from Dar Us Shifa Foundation! #NewYearWishes #Joyful2023 #DarUsShifaFoundation" Visit our website : https://lnkd.in/db3_JvWM #DarUsShifaFoundation #SupportOurMission #EducationForAll #DialysisCare #KarachiCommunity #KidneyHealth #DonateForDialysis" #DarUsShifa #FreeDialysis #HealthcareForAll #SupportPatients #LifeChangingImpact #DonateForHealth #CommunityWellness" Comment

Life fractures us all into little pieces, but it all matters how we glue those fractures back together and heal someone in pain. Give yourself and those in need an elixir of life by pledging your organs. #organdonation #donatelife #organdonationawareness #organdonationsaveslives #transplant #organdonor #giftoflife #organtransplant #health #savelives #organdonors #love #savealife #donation

There are 20 official #NTDs recognized by the World Health Organization and at least 10 of them affect the skin. This includes #leprosy, one of the NTDs we are committed to helping people overcome. Without proper help, these diseases can: ⬇️ Cause long-term disability ⬇️ Lower self-esteem ⬇️ Prevent people from getting or keeping a job ⬇️ Decrease mobility ⬇️ Limit educational opportunities ⬇️ Isolate people due to stigma and discrimination When NTDs are found early, people can get treatment earlier. This means that they can return to their families, their communities, and their work again. Help more people get the screening, early treatment, and healthcare support they need by donating at effecthope.org/donate 📸 Tom Bradley Photography #EffectHope #NTDAwareness #SkinNTDs #NTDImpact #LeprosyImpact

The outdoors has always offered something that the therapy room never will. Just being outside can: - reduce stress - improve mood - improve self-esteem - improve health and general well-being. However, there are known challenges that act as constraints to participation: lack of confidence, lack of awareness, anxiety, and cost. A charity looking to solve that is Blackdog Outdoors - they organise recreational events for people to attend at no cost. Whether it's rambling across the Lack District or summiting a crag in Snowdonia, helping people access places and spaces they previously couldn't have done remarkable things for people's well-being. I share these charities because I want to demonstrate that there are so many different paths to exploring your feelings that don't start in front of a therapist. #mentalhealth #therapy

Feeling Proud to Give Back: A Drop for Life🩸 I took a small step for a big cause – I donated blood. As a professional in my mid-thirties and a mother to a 6-year-old, I understand the challenges of balancing work and family life. We’re constantly juggling deadlines at work and responsibilities at home, sometimes forgetting the importance of self-care 🌟👀 which is wrong! To all the incredible women out there, here’s a gentle reminder: 👉 Eat healthy meals on time 🥗 👉 Hydrate! Drink plenty of water 💧 👉 Move your body. Go for walks🚶♀️ 👉 Carve out that essential ‘me’ time. It’s not selfish; it’s necessary🧘♀️ You’re not just a mom; a wife or a daughter, you’re a powerhouse❤️Keep shining, keep thriving, and remember, you’ve got this!💪 And if you’re wondering whether you can make a difference, remember this: If I can do it, so can you😃 We all have the power to contribute to a healthier, happier world 🌍 #selfcare #workingmoms #blooddonation #healthmatters #fitness #healthyhabits #womenempowerment #healthylifestyle #mentalhealth #worklifebalance

May is National Walking Month - a campaign encouraging us to get out and walk more, higlighting all the amazing health benefits walking provides. ⌚ This year’s focus is a challenge to walk just 20 minutes everyday for the month of May and to track the benefits you experience for both your mood and overall health. For those of you that know me, I’m a huge advocate of walking and love nothing more than a stroll along the beautiful coastline in Dorset. It helps me to reconnect with nature, brings grounding and allows me to clear my head of any thoughts that are overwhelming. Recently I have been increasingly interested in the research around how we can extend not just our lifespan but our healthspan too - the number of years of which we will live in good health. There has been some really interesting research into the link between walking and boosting our longevity which has found: 🚶♂️ By walking 5,000 steps every day, the chances of you living longer become 50% more compared to someone who only walks 1,000 steps daily. 🚶♂️ If you move up to 10,000 steps a day, the benefit is even bigger – your chance of dying is approximately 80% less than someone doing only 1,000 steps a day. Just think, every step you take is a step toward a healthier heart and a longer life. And there’s even the chance to supercharge your walking by using Trundl https://buff.ly/4btt37a - a subscription platform that donates money to charity for every walk you do. Mark and I are a huge fan of the app and love that something we enjoy doing also doubles up as a way to support fundraising efforts and reduce our carbon footprint. #5pillarsofvitality #move #walking #walkmore #longevity #nationalwalkingmonth #MagicOfWalking

May is National Walking Month - a campaign encouraging us to get out and walk more, higlighting all the amazing health benefits walking provides. ⌚ This year’s focus is a challenge to walk just 20 minutes everyday for the month of May and to track the benefits you experience for both your mood and overall health. For those of you that know me, I’m a huge advocate of walking and love nothing more than a stroll along the beautiful coastline in Dorset. It helps me to reconnect with nature, brings grounding and allows me to clear my head of any thoughts that are overwhelming. Recently I have been increasingly interested in the research around how we can extend not just our lifespan but our healthspan too - the number of years of which we will live in good health. There has been some really interesting research into the link between walking and boosting our longevity which has found: 🚶♂️ By walking 5,000 steps every day, the chances of you living longer become 50% more compared to someone who only walks 1,000 steps daily. 🚶♂️ If you move up to 10,000 steps a day, the benefit is even bigger – your chance of dying is approximately 80% less than someone doing only 1,000 steps a day. Just think, every step you take is a step toward a healthier heart and a longer life. And there’s even the chance to supercharge your walking by using Trundl https://buff.ly/4btt37a - a subscription platform that donates money to charity for every walk you do. Mark and I are a huge fan of the app and love that something we enjoy doing also doubles up as a way to support fundraising efforts and reduce our carbon footprint. #5pillarsofvitality #move #walking #walkmore #longevity #nationalwalkingmonth #MagicOfWalking

The wellness of giving. Did you know that donating to charity is not just a noble act of kindness; it also offers substantial physiological benefits that enhance the well-being of the donor? Studies have shown that engaging in charitable giving activates the brain’s pleasure centers, releasing endorphins and creating what is often referred to as the "helper's high." This euphoric feeling can lead to reduced stress levels and lower blood pressure, contributing to overall heart health. Additionally, the act of giving is associated with increased longevity, as it fosters a sense of purpose and connection to others, which are key components in maintaining a healthy and balanced life. Therefore, the simple act of contributing to a cause you care about can have profound effects on your physical health, adding another layer of incentive to the altruistic endeavors that enrich our communities. Just another reason why we encourage you to #liveheregivehere