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Lara’s story: A journey through grief and mental health

14th January 2025

When her dad died when she was just 22, Lara’s mental health struggles intensified. Here she reflects on navigating through grief and how, over time, it has helped her to grow
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Simon's story: Living with OCD

14th October 2024

For OCD Awareness Week, Simon dispels some myths around obsessive-compulsive disorder and explains how he has learned to live with the condition and gained greater control over unwanted thoughts
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Nathan's story: Developing with schizophrenia

2nd October 2024

Diagnosed with schizophrenia and psychosis in his teens and identifying as neurodivergent, Nathan explains how aspects of his neurodiversity have helped him cope with complex mental health conditions, develop through self-reflection – and lead a fulfilling life
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Swimming to reset: Kim's story

15th May 2024

Kim, our head of children, young people and family services, explains how swimming helps her reset her mind ready for the work day ahead and energises her mind and body. She says that swimming has become a key part of her self-care routine
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“Running has changed my life”: Heather’s story

14th May 2024

Reduced anxiety. Resilience. Confidence. Community. And the small matter of a dream come true – running the London Marathon. Just some of the things running has brought Heather Currie since she joined West Sussex Mind’s running group last year
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Staying connected through walking: Bernie's story

13th May 2024

Getting outside and staying active through walking became a lifeline for Bernie as he felt increasingly isolated by his caring responsibilities and his mental health started to suffer