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05 Dec 2022

Listening and Cycling: Anthony’s Volunteer Story

For the past 30 years, SANE has provided support to anyone who needs us through our helpline. This could not have been possible without our highly trained team of volunteers, who provide not just a listening ear, but a pillar of support for anyone affected by mental illness.

Dedicated …

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31 Oct 2022

When words start to fail, art can speak for us

Art therapy uses creative mediums such as drawing, painting, colouring, and sculpture. For some mental illness – such as PTSD – art can help people to process traumatic events in a new away. Art provides an outlet when words fail.

Ros, a mother of one suffering from PTSD and depression, …

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06 Oct 2022

Ruby Wax X SANE Spotlight

Ruby Wax has been a SANE Ambassador since 2011. Best known for her comedy and documentaries, Ruby is also recognised for being open about her depression and campaigning for better understanding of mental health.

In the first of our Spotlight interviews, we caught up with her recently to talk about …

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05 Oct 2022

You’ll Never Walk Alone: Poems for life’s ups and downs

Words can be a way to unlock our feelings. Poetry allows us to be in touch with our emotions and explore our vulnerability. Poetry can provide a clear expression of emotion at moments that are overwhelming and burdensome.

Rachel Kelly is a bestselling author, mental health campaigner and Ambassador for …

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09 Sep 2022

In memory of Beth: The 500km tribute to an inspirational sister

When Lucy takes on the epic challenge of cycling across Costa Rica for SANE in November there will only be one thing on her mind – her sister, Beth.

Beth was a well-loved blogger who took her own life in March aged 26, after a long struggle with poor mental …

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23 Aug 2022

Life with my black dog

Since 2020, the Brightstar Group has been a keen supporter of SANE and a shining example of a company that puts mental health on par with physical health.

Through Sirius Property Finance – the UK’s largest B2B mortgage broker and specialist, client-facing arm of the Brightstar Group – the company …

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15 Jun 2022

How to make the most of gardening in a small space

With clever hacks and thrifty tips, you can make the most out of any garden space, whether you have a courtyard patio, new build garden, balcony, or even just a window box. Limited space doesn’t need to hold you back from enjoying the benefits of gardening at home.

David Domoney, …

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10 May 2022

Mental Health Awareness Week: Helping to open windows

An article for Mental Health Awareness Week by Fiona, Director of Operations, SANE.

SANE’s mission, according to our CEO Marjorie Wallace, is: “We believe no one affected by mental illness should be alone when they face crisis, distress or despair.”

The theme of this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week particularly …

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20 Apr 2022

Dorrie: My Volunteer Story

The SANE helpline has been operating since 1992 providing 30 years of support to those who need us. In March 2020, due to the pandemic and working restrictions, we changed the way we support our callers and introduced a new email support service. During this difficult period we still continued …

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18 Mar 2022

10 Tips to improve your sleep

Studies have estimated that around a third of the general population have difficulties getting to sleep or staying asleep (insomnia). So whilst it can feel like a lonely experience lying awake at night, there are many people who have a similar experience.

This article was written by Dr Bryony Sheaves and …

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