Personal stories
Step Together supports Kayleigh to live more independently
Step Together client Kayleigh recently spoke to the BBC in a poignant interview alongside her recovery coach Rooth Langston-Hart and…
Read MoreTips for working with colleagues observing Ramadan
Ramadan began on Sunday 10 March and will continue until Tuesday 9 April. In this blog post, Hana Ahmed who…
Read MoreFinding your voice on Time to Talk Day
On Time to Talk Day 2024, our Digital Communications Officer, Jo, opens up about using her own voice. In an honest account, she reflects on supporting others with their mental health while avoiding the instinctive “Yeah, not too bad” response about her own.
Read MoreNavigating adult ADHD
Recovery Coach Jean Deacon opened up about her adult ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) diagnosis in a recent Learning Lunch…
Read MoreFinding healing and purpose: A journey of willow weaving
Read more about Warren’s inspiring story and discover how finding a hobby like willow weaving has transformed his life.
Read MorePoetry Without Words: Paul’s story
Paul Hawkins is a poet, artist, publisher and former learner with our Bristol Wellbeing College. He now runs his own…
Read MoreLaunching Stories of Change: our impact report
Today we launch our 2022 Impact Report which gives a flavour of our work over the last 12 months. Called…
Read MoreSomething inside so strong
To mark World Mental Health Day, we’re delighted to host a guest blog from our Peer Support Officer Kate Thomas. Kate’s courage is self-evident and the hope she gives to so many from sharing her experiences so candidly is clear to see.
Read MoreNational Schizophrenia Awareness Day – lessons we can all learn from those affected by schizophrenia
For Schizophrenia Awareness Day, Bristol Wellbeing College learner and blogger Chrissy writes about mental health stigma and what we can learn from people living with schizophrenia.
Read MoreYou didn’t try and fix me
River felt ready to tell his story after a difficult couple of years working out his identity and dealing with multiple mental health crises. To mark Pride month, we share River’s story and his insights into why Second Step’s support means so much to him.
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