Stress Awareness Week

Here in the UK, the

MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS WEEK

for 2022 runs from May 9th-15th.

This year's theme is 'LONELINESS' which, as a result of the past two years, has and is affecting more and more people. The organisation Mental Health UK describe loneliness as 'a negative feeling we experience when there is a mismatch in the relationships we want and the ones we have, both in terms of quality and quantity.  Loneliness is about feeling alone, though not necessarily being alone.'

The link below also identifies some of the differences between 'short-term transient loneliness' and 'long-term chronic loneliness'.

Loneliness - A Student Guide 

Why not also check out our Take Ten with Lynne reflection about loneliness, posted on YouTube 16th June 2021.

Take Ten - Loneliness Awareness Week

In brief, here are some thoughts regarding how you might deal with feelings of loneliness:

Whatever it is that's causing you to feel lonely, please

know that there are people out there who can offer you

support and a listening ear. You are always welcome to

contact the Medway Campus Chaplain 😀