Wellbeing

How to get financial stress under control

Financial issues can look different for everyone. Some people struggle to pay bills, feed the family, or maintain a place to live. Others meet their basic needs but are dipping into their savings for extras. Research shows that the number of people stressing about their finances is increasing. Understandably, financial issues can cause distress, anxiety and worry. 20/11/23
How to help men open up about their worries

The theme for International Men’s Day on November 19 2023 is ‘Zero Male Suicide’. However, men are now almost three times more likely to see a therapist if they’re worried, compared to 2009. 01/11/23
Understanding the link between mental and physical health

People with mental ill health may find that they experience migraines, headaches, fatigue and stomach problems. Whilst people who suffer a physical injury may find they suffer with low mood, sadness or anger. 27/10/23
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

As we move through the shorter winter days, many of us will find that it’s becoming harder to get outside. However, getting fresh air, at least once a day, is essential to our wellbeing and mental outlook. 19/10/23
Menopause and Mental Health

World Menopause Day is held every year on the 18th of October. The purpose of the day is to raise awareness of the menopause and the support options available for improving health and wellbeing. 09/10/23
Getting ready for ARAG DAY

Like many companies, selecting our charity of the year is a careful decision that typically results in ARAG supporting a charity that is both local and close to our hearts. This year, however, we’ve had an additional consideration, as we’re participating in a global ARAG initiative to support organisations that extend access to justice. 21/09/2023
Back-to-school anxiety: How to help young people

For many children and young people, the end of the holidays and a return to seeing friends each day is an exciting prospect. However, others may find the transition back-to-school - and the structure and routine that comes with that – daunting and overwhelming. 04/09/23
What you need to know about Hives and Rosacea

Whilst summer brings with it a whole host of health benefits, an increase in allergies, UV rays and heat can cause havoc with our skin - particularly for those who have pre-existing skin conditions. Our derma experts have delved into two skin conditions that are more common than you think - Hives and Rosacea - and shared common signs, triggers and management techniques for each. 15/08/23
Mole awareness: Non-melanoma and melanoma skin cancer explained

With summer in full swing, many of us will be spending time in the sunshine. Whilst the warmth of the sun can feel good on your skin, it’s important to remember that over-exposure to the sun can be dangerous - in fact, over-exposure to the sun is the most common cause of skin cancer. 09/08/23
School’s out: A short guide to managing summer holiday stress

Although the kids are pumped for six-weeks out of school, we appreciate that as parents and carers you may feel quite the opposite. It’s no secret how difficult it can be to juggle childcare with work commitments. 06/08/23
How to open up about your feelings

It can sometimes be difficult to talk about your feelings and it’s common to feel worried about upsetting the people you care about, feel nervous about what people might think, or how opening up might affect your relationships. 24/07/2023
How to take a digital detox to promote better mental health

Digital detoxing – when you take a planned break from your devices – is a great way to improve your mental health. Time without digital devices may allow you to become more mindful of unhealthy online habits and enable you to create a more meaningful routine. 05/07/2023
How to look after your mental health at work

The only thing we spend more time doing than work is sleep. In fact, more than 81,000 hours of our lives are spent working. With that in mind, it’s really important we equip ourselves with techniques to manage our mental health whilst we’re at work.
LGBTQIA+ in the workplace

Inclusion is the practice or policy of providing equal access to opportunities and resources for people who might otherwise be excluded or marginalised, such as those who have physical or intellectual disabilities and members of other minority groups. With inclusion as an objective, you are much more likely to see greater diversity in the workforce, fair treatment and greater equality of opportunities. 26/06/2023
ARAG UK take to the water

ARAG UK took to the water on Sunday (June 11th) as they took part in the Bristol Dragon Boat Race at Baltic Wharf. 16.06.23
Understanding stress and breaking the worry cycle

Worrying and stress is a completely natural and normal part of life. However, worrying about lots of different things a lot of the time can leave you stuck in a vicious cycle of worry where your worries may start to feel uncontrollable, impact your behaviours and intrude on your day-to-day life. We also know this as anxiety. Our partner, Vita Health Group, has some tips on how to best break the cycle of worry. 06/04/2023
Cost of living crisis FAQ

People are getting increasingly worried about the cost-of-living crisis. We’ve witnessed inflation reach an all-time high, our weekly shopping bills have increased, and we’ve seen our energy bills shoot up dramatically too – and that’s despite the government’s domestic price cap.A big part of worry is the ‘unknown’ and we want to help reduce that. So, we’ve tackled important questions about the cost-of-living crisis head on in this article. 28/03/2023
How exercise can help improve your sleep

A good night’s sleep is the foundation for good health. And yet, so many of us find it hard to fall and stay asleep. Around one in every three people in the UK is thought to suffer from insomnia (NHS).
Look after your family’s financial wellbeing during the cost-of-living crisis

British people are becoming more and more worried about the cost-of-living crisis. And sadly, it’s a worry that’s unlikely to go away anytime soon. With this in mind, here are seven ways you can take back control and begin to manage your family’s financial wellbeing this year. 03/03/2023
How to manage anxiety around spiralling energy costs

Aside from financial stress due to the cost of living being a common concern right now, one of the stressors many of us seem to be facing this winter is managing our anxiety due to the soaring costs of energy. Our partner, Vita Health Group, has again some tips. 17/02/2023
Six ways to improve your financial health in 2023

In recent months, debt charities have warned of a “new wave of people” being pushed into debt due to increasing rent costs and higher interest rates. Our partner, Vita Health Group, has some tips. 10/02/2023
Brew Monday and financial wellbeing

Get your finances back on track in January, managing debt, energy saving tips and cost anxiety, and check in on mental health on Brew Monday. 16/01/2023
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Wellbeing

How to get financial stress under control

How to help men open up about their worries

Understanding the link between mental and physical health

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Menopause and Mental Health

Getting ready for ARAG DAY

Back-to-school anxiety: How to help young people

What you need to know about Hives and Rosacea

Mole awareness: Non-melanoma and melanoma skin cancer explained

School’s out: A short guide to managing summer holiday stress

How to open up about your feelings

How to take a digital detox to promote better mental health

How to look after your mental health at work

LGBTQIA+ in the workplace

ARAG UK take to the water

Understanding stress and breaking the worry cycle

Cost of living crisis FAQ

How exercise can help improve your sleep

Look after your family’s financial wellbeing during the cost-of-living crisis

How to manage anxiety around spiralling energy costs

Six ways to improve your financial health in 2023

Brew Monday and financial wellbeing

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