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Looking after your mental health during regional conflict
Conflict can affect people nearby and far away, particularly when loved ones are at risk or distressing updates are constant. Structure and limits can make the pressure more manageable.
Laura Stembridge
Mar 42 min read
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Men, stress, and the pressure to hold it all together
Some men feel responsible for staying composed, solving problems and containing other people’s emotions. That pressure can leave little room to acknowledge their own stress.
Laura Stembridge
Nov 17, 20252 min read
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Signs of burnout that men may miss
Burnout does not always look like collapse. Irritability, numbness, overworking, poor sleep and withdrawal can all be signs that work-related stress needs attention.
Laura Stembridge
Nov 17, 20252 min read
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Why some men still struggle in silence
Many men carry stress quietly because they have learned that asking for help is weakness. Movember offers a reason to question that expectation.
Laura Stembridge
Nov 17, 20252 min read
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An emergency mental health toolkit
This toolkit sets out immediate safety steps, grounding exercises, practical support and UK services to contact during or after an emergency.
Laura Stembridge
Oct 7, 20255 min read
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Mental health in an emergency: what you can do now
Physical safety comes first in an emergency. Once immediate danger has passed, grounding, reliable information and contact with other people can help you manage the stress response.
Laura Stembridge
Oct 7, 20252 min read
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Supporting children and young people through emergencies
Children often look to adults for information and cues during an emergency. Clear explanations, familiar routines and honest reassurance can help.
Laura Stembridge
Oct 7, 20253 min read
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Supporting Friends and Family During a Crisis đź’™
Emergencies don’t just affect us individually — they ripple out through our families, friendships, and communities. In times of crisis, the way we support those closest to us can make all the difference. Why Support…
Laura Stembridge
Oct 7, 20252 min read
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Supporting friends and family during a crisis
During a crisis, practical help and calm listening can provide a point of contact. You do not need to fix the situation, and you should not carry it alone.
Laura Stembridge
Oct 7, 20252 min read
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When the World Feels Heavy: How to Protect Your Mental Wellbeing
Let’s pause to acknowledge something many of us have quietly felt over the past year: the world can feel heavy. Support for our mental health isn’t just needed in times of peace and stability —…
Laura Stembridge
Oct 7, 20253 min read
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When the world feels heavy: protect your attention
Distressing events, repeated news and personal pressures can accumulate. Notice what you are carrying, set limits on information and ask for support before daily life becomes unmanageable.
Laura Stembridge
Oct 7, 20253 min read
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You’re Not Alone in Feeling Lonely
When we are not part of a community, we can feel alone and isolated. Loneliness affects more people that we often realise because it’s hard to admit when we feel lonely. However, it is something…
Laura Stembridge
May 12, 20252 min read
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Why belonging matters
Belonging is the feeling that you are accepted and have a place among other people. It can come from relationships, shared interests, faith, culture, work or where you live.
Laura Stembridge
May 12, 20252 min read
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Men’s Mental Health: Breaking the Silence
November is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, aka Movember. Movember is a time dedicated to bringing visibility to the challenges men may face in accessing mental health support. 1 in 2 people face mental health challenges,…
Laura Stembridge
Nov 14, 20243 min read
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World Mental Health Day: ten practical ways to check in
World Mental Health Day can be a prompt to check what is helping, what is adding pressure and where you may need support.
Laura Stembridge
Oct 8, 20241 min read
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Celebrating World Mental Health Day 🌍
Happy World Mental Health Day! 🌍 Today, we celebrate the importance of mental health and the small steps we can take every day to build resilience and strengthen our wellbeing. Taking care of your mental…
Laura Stembridge
Oct 8, 20242 min read
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Pride Month 2024: belonging and mental health
Pride can be a time for celebration, connection and protest. It can also bring difficult feelings for people who face discrimination or do not feel safe being open about who they are.
Laura Stembridge
Jun 6, 20242 min read
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Moving for Our Mental Health: InsideOut Staff Take on Exercise Challenges for Mental Health Awareness Week
As Mental Health Awareness Week unfolds, the team at InsideOut is embracing the theme of movement as a powerful tool for enhancing mental well-being. With a diverse array of exercise challenges set for the month of May, our staff members are aiming to lead by example, demonstrating the profound impact that physical activity can have on mental health. From Glasgow to London, our team members are committing to ambitious goals that reflect their individual passions and preferenc
Laura Stembridge
May 10, 20242 min read
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Breaking Barriers: British Judo Association Partners with InsideOut to Prioritise Mental Health
Hey, judo enthusiasts! We’ve got some exciting news that’s about to take your well-being to a whole new level. Brace yourselves because the British Judo Association has teamed up with InsideOut, an award-winning mental health platform, and guess what? All BJA adult members (those aged 18 years and over) now have exclusive FREE access to Remi, the AI mental health coach! Now, before you start picturing a robotic voice telling you to “keep calm and judo on,” let’s dive into wha
Laura Stembridge
May 2, 20242 min read
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Time to Talk Day: how to check in
A useful check-in is open, specific and willing to hear the real answer. You do not need to fix the problem or force someone to talk.
Laura Stembridge
Jan 31, 20241 min read
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