All Understanding mental health pages
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GuidanceWellbeing self-assessment
If you have been personally impacted by a tough situation and are concerned about your wellbeing, you may find it helpful to complete this brief assessment.
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Guidance“I was married, but still felt lonely”
Feeling lonely and depressed, Florence Achery, 49, from South East London went to see her GP, who gave her a surprising prescription.
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Guidance“I didn’t know anyone in my new town”
Stewart Cumming, 38, from Tonbridge, Kent, missed having people to hang out with, but then he found a group of like-minded dads.
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Guidance“Working alone was tough to deal with”
Lone working and an antisocial shift pattern led to loneliness for Toby*, 47, from South London, until he got a dog and discovered a whole new community.
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Guidance“All my friends moved away”
After all her friends left their university town, Jessica Eaves, 26, from Worthing, West Sussex, had to start from scratch, and it took several attempts to find her people
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GuidanceFeeling lonely? You’re not the only one
If you’re feeling lonely right now, you’re not alone. We asked the experts how to tackle this difficult (but very common) experience.
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InformationTen ways to deal with uncertainty
When things are up in the air, try these ten expert tactics to help keep your feet on the ground.
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Case Study“The Retail Trust saved me from homelessness.”
When her landlord sold the property she was living in, Chrissy was left in a precarious situation. A Facebook ad led her to the Hugh Fraser Retirement Estate and transformed her life.
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Case Study“I could make sure my children were well fed during the school holidays.”
Retail assistant Joanne* contacted us when the high cost of childcare left her unable to feed her family during the school holidays.
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Case Study“It has been such a blessing to have a home like this.”
Michael, who is registered blind, moved into his cottage on the Leylands Estate in Derby in August 2020. In 2023 it was converted to a smart home, transforming Michael’s life and enabling him to continue living in his own home.
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GuidanceHow to feel less lonely this Christmas
Seasonal holidays can be tough, but the pressure to enjoy them can feel immense, especially when you work in retail. Try these tips to help you feel less lonely this festive season, and make your 2025 a bit brighter too.
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InformationWinter wellness resources
Practical tips and expert advice to help you sail through the festive season and make this your happiest, healthiest winter yet.
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InformationHabit change with Shahroo Izadi
Listen in as we talk to behavioural change expert Shahroo Izadi. Our conversation covers Shahroo’s approach to habit change, which starts with noticing how you talk to yourself. Whether you want to give up old habits or establish news ones, this episode will help set you up for success.
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EventSocial media and wellbeing
We asked experts and influencers to tell us the most positive thing social media brings to their life and how they stop it having a negative impact on their wellbeing.
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InformationTen ways social media is messing with your head
If your apps have ever made you feel left out, inadequate, or like the world is coming to an end, we’ve got expert advice to help.
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InformationSocial media that brings joy
Social media gets a bad rap, but it doesn’t have to be a negative force in your life. Unfollow feeds that don’t bring you joy and add some of the Retail Trust team’s favourite follows instead.
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Case Study“Being able to talk to someone completely unbiased was so helpful.”
When marketing management student Phillip James, 22, started to feel overwhelmed just a few weeks into his placement year, he contacted the Retail Trust for support.
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InformationUnderstanding more about alcohol
Alcohol facts you need to know, how booze affects your health and tips to reduce how much you drink.
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InformationFive things I’ve learned in nine years of sobriety
When writer and broadcaster Sam Delaney quit booze in 2015 he was scared about what life without alcohol would be like. Turns out, it’s better than ever.
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InformationMen’s mental health and addiction with Sam Delaney
Listen in as we talk about men’s mental health with writer and broadcaster Sam Delaney. Sam shares his struggles with mental health and addiction, busts myths about therapy and explains how to look out for your mates.