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I have survived so much: Ryan’s marathon fundraiser
I have survived so much: Ryan’s marathon fundraiser I am running the 2024 Edinburgh Marathon for Penumbra in order to raise as much money as
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My mental health is my weakness but it’s also my superpower
My mental health is my weakness but it’s also my superpower On the 2nd June 2024 along with some colleagues, friends and family I will
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The Warrior and The Beast
The Warrior and The Beast Anxiety is a sneaky beast. An unwanted bastard. One moment you’re fine. The other, you’re down the dumps. It hits
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Lived experience: the people power we need for change
Lived experience: the people power we need for change Being able to spotlight the voices of people with lived and living experiences is a privilege.
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Is There Such a Thing as Selflessness?
Is There Such a Thing as Selflessness? I recall in school being told there’s no such thing as a selfless act and being struck by
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Yes, This is our Health
Yes, This is our Health Yes , this is our health , your health it is mental health . Where it doesn’t avoid rich or
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A Compassionate Ethos of Self-Empowerment
A Compassionate Ethos of Self-Empowerement Back in 2017, I was struggling with depression and substance use, and I was sectioned with psychosis. Since then, getting
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Exploring North Berwick shore
Exploring North Berwick shore Penumbra Peer Support colleagues at Saint Stephen’s Court and Firrhill services, along with partnered Volunteer Edinburgh staff, accompanied our supported people
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Steve’s approach to supporting young people
Steve’s approach to supporting young people It’s an upsetting truth that mental health services are not serving young people well. Pick up a newspaper and
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