Sheffield Mind can help people access a wide range of resources in a variety of forms such as leaflets, booklets and websites, to help promote mental wellbeing and manage feelings, symptoms and situations associated with mental health difficulties. These resources can help people address their mental health needs outside of services, or in conjunction with other support.
However, the volume of information and resources available can be a little bit overwhelming, so we've started to gather up information here in our online 'tool box'. In it you’ll find tips and guides, service info and advice and directions to other online resources such as video and blog, that might provide you with the tools you're looking for when help is needed.
Our tool box is there whenever you need to open it and can be tailored to a person's particular need or situation - you can browse through the suggestions and try some of the ideas at your own pace. The tool box tips are also useful for people who find involvement with groups and services difficult for whatever reason.
We regularly add to the tool box to ensure information is relevant and accurate and we also like to hear back from you about what you find helpful, click here to send us an email [email protected]
Right, now dig deep and see what you can find...
Sheffield Mind supporter Jessica Fitz-John, tells us why she finds getting out in the great outdoors so essential to her wellbeing. Read more
Changes in your hormones during menopause can affect your mental health, as well as your physical health. Read more
Self-Soothe boxes go by several different names - crisis boxes, emergency boxes, hope boxes, happy boxes. Read more
It’s important to remember that feeling low or anxious is a normal response when you’re worrying about money. However, there are also small ways we can help ourselves to establish a sense of control while the cost of living crisis continues. Read more
Extreme heat can take its toll on our mental health but there are a few things you can do to cope with the rising temperatures. Read more
Journalling is a technique that some people find helpful for dealing with stress, anxiety and depression. You can use your journal to help you monitor your habits and behaviours, or process your feelings. Read more
There’s no doubt that despite some very cold and very wet days recently, the evenings are starting to get lighter and the bulbs are starting to point their noses out of the soil. Spring is coming! Read more
If colder weather, shorter days and that post-Christmas slump cause you to feel the winter blues, you’re not alone. Read more
Only a small handful of people complete the resolutions they set out for the start of the New Year. Yet not being able to successfully complete the goals we set for ourselves can result in feelings of failure. Read more
Christmas can be a difficult time. Here are a few ideas on how to make Christmas a more positive experience. Read more
Parks are our own little pockets of nature, right in the heart of our cities and in Sheffield we’ve got more green spaces than any other city in Europe. Read more
Ever been on a walk, or sat in the garden and thought - I wish I'd taken a photo of that? That's nature photography! Read more
Experiencing a lot of stress over a long period of time can also lead to a feeling of physical, mental and emotional exhaustion, often called burnout. Here are a few tips for managing the pressures that often lead to stress. Read more
Its important that we all take time out now and then and here are some ideas for making the most of that time and what we can do to relax. Read more
There’s increasing evidence that gardening, is beneficial for mental and physical health. We've got some tips on how to get into gardening – even with the tiniest of green spaces. Read more
A short guide to burnout – what it is and what we can do to prevent it. Read more
We can indulge in a bit of spring cleaning any time of year – and whilst we’re at it, create a space to sit, meditate, practice Mindfulness, read – whatever enhances your sense of calm. Read more
There's no denying it, Christmas can be a stressful time – so at this time of year, looking after our mental health in a proactive way is more important than ever. Read more
If you have a mental health issue and / or you’re shy, or find it hard to trust because you’ve been let down in the past, it can be really hard to even contemplate making connections with other people. Yet when we do spend time with others, we often feel better for it. Read more
Has anybody noticed that the nights are starting to draw in? And the leaves on the trees are turning yellow and red - autumn's here! Read more
Starting University is exciting, but it can also be a bit overwhelming. Here is some information and are a few tips that might help you settle in. Read more
Get information, advice and support for how you can deal with a serious illness Read more
Find out how you can deal with common issues and concerns and get support from the community to manage any feelings of isolation and anxiety you might be experiencing. Read more
There's a close relationship between sleep and mental health. Living with a mental health problem can affect how well we sleep, and poor sleep can have a negative impact how we feel. If we’re anxious or worrying about something, then we can often have trouble sleeping. This is because we may have lots of thoughts racing through our minds. Read more