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- 2022-2023 Annual Report Discover Our Journey: Anxiety New Zealand's Annual Report
- Anxiety NZ wants your feedback! We’re working on our new strategic plan, and invite you to share your thoughts and help shape the direction of Anxiety NZ. The form will just take a few minutes and you can have real impact on the work we do.
- Mental health support year-round ⭐ We supported our community 24/7 non-stop despite all of this year's challenges! With your help, we can keep making a difference in our community in the new year. Help us be there for our community in 2023!
- Name it to tame it Find out how naming our feelings can reduce the intensity of the emotions and help us feel less overwhelmed.
- Overcoming Agoraphobia Practical strategies to manage agoraphobia and tips to support someone living with it.
- The courage to face our fears Check out five steps to build courage to face your fears and deal with your own unique set of challenges.
- We need your help to keep supporting our community With your help we can provide more essential mental health services to our community
Resources
- 8 Tips that help you on your self-care journey Self-care is an act of taking care of yourself physically, mentally, and emotionally. Research shows that acts of self-care can improve your health, lead to better productivity, and help prevent burnout.
- A trip down memory lane – the power of nostalgia Actively reminiscing on happy moments or joining in activities that are tied to positive memories can be emotionally soothing.
- Adult attachment styles An attachment style is the regular manifestation of particular traits in relationships. Here we look at insecure attachment styles.
- Anxiety 101 Anxiety 101: What is anxiety, and what do the symptoms look like? Can I help myself or do I need to get help?
- Anxiety and panic attacks: how to be a supportive friend and whānau Friends and family/whānau support can make a real difference for someone dealing with anxiety and panic attacks. Here is how to help them.
- Anxiety Helpline Volunteer Shares her Experience with Anxiety Keen cook, Anxiety Helpline volunteer and psychology student Tiffany shares her experience with anxiety.
- Attachment and healthy relationships What is secure attachment and why it has such a great impact in building healthy relationships.
- Autism and anxiety Learn about the relationship between autism and anxiety and how we can better support the autistic community.
- Barefoot grounding for managing my social anxiety Elle's social anxiety ramped up after being in lockdown, then she discovered the power of Earthing as an anxiety-management tactic.
- Box breathing to reduce anxiety A helpful guide to WHY and HOW to use Box Breathing to relax.
- Building resilience during lockdown Lockdown can be challenging, but it's also an opportunity to put things in perspective and build resilience.
- Clearing the space and the mind Being organised has advantages: make space for your mind to think, enhance productivity and energise yourself.
- Coping with anxiety during disasters and emergencies It is normal to experience anxiety during unpredictable situations, like natural disasters. Learn coping strategies to deal with it.
- Coping with the winter blues How to cope with the winter blues and look after your mental and physical wellbeing during the colder months.
- COVID-19 and caregivers: how to support children through vaccine anxiety Tips and resources to help your child through vaccine anxiety
- COVID-19 vaccine anxiety: info and coping mechanisms As we approach a new transition period in our fight against COVID-19, new concerns are naturally arising. Many are reporting vaccine-related anxiety. This is understandable – uncertainty is a common trigger for anxiety
- Cyberbullying: Playing safe online An outline of cyberbullying and some strategies to help deal with it.
- Dyslexia and university Outline of having dyslexia, studying at university, and how dyslexics can still thrive with the right support.
- Eco-anxiety – how to cope with it We've compiled a few tips and techniques to help you coping with eco-anxiety, the increasing anxiety in the face of ecological crisis.
- Fight-flight-freeze: The body's natural response to stress The fight-flight-freeze response - Learn about your body's natural response to stress and when to look for help.
- Finding Your Passion and Skills An outline of ways to find passions in life
- Forest Walk - Brief Guided Visualisation Imagining being in a calming place (especially in nature) can help reduce feelings of stress or anxiety.
- Free Crisis & Distress Numbers and Resources Important numbers and resources to find advice and support at a time of crisis or distress
- Free Printable PDFs Anxiety NZ offers a range of physical resources which you might find useful to hang on the wall, keep in your wallet, gift to a friend or pass on to a client.
- Friendships and the importance of maintaining them Friends certainly make life more fun and better in many aspects. But good friendships can also improve our physical and mental wellbeing.
- Getting out of a rut Stuck on a rut, not feeling very challenged or motivated? You are not alone. Our writer shares how she got moving.
- Gratitude benefits to mind and body There are many physical and psychological benefits to practicing gratitude. Read on to learn more about this powerful practice.
- Harmonising music and mental health Music isn't just fun or relaxing; it also benefits our overall mental health. Elle writes about how music supports her mental wellbeing.
- Home sickness and new chapters A big step in adulthood is moving away from home and this can be very exciting but also very challenging. How can we make this easier?
- How and why to keep a balanced diet on a student budget Outline of strategies to keep a balanced diet on a budget
- How are your mates doing? Movember has become an annual tradition, around the world, for people showing their support for all forms of men’s health.
- How becoming a pet-owner improved my mental health Having a pet is a great source of joy and it can also do wonders to our mental health.
- How to flourish under the pressures of social media How to enjoy social media in a healthy way without putting your mental health and wellbeing at risk.
- How to help a friend struggling with anxiety Christy supports friends and families who are experiencing the impacts of an anxiety disorder.
- How to reduce your holiday stress A few ideas to make the holiday season less stressful and more jolly
- How to support your loved one with PTSD Lived-experience strategies on how to support a loved one with PTSD
- I’m going with my gut: the vagus nerve and our mind-body connection An exploration of how our gut and mind interact, and how our bodies impacts the way we feel.
- Improving sleep Good sleep can greatly improve your quality of life, promoting physical and mental wellbeing. Check out some strategies to sleep better.
- Journaling's Power Journaling can be a powerful tool for self-care and mental health support. Baylee shares the positive impact it has had in her life.
- Let's End Loneliness Together Anxiety NZ Recommends Resources to Connect and Thrive
- Living with Anxiety - Peter's story What's it like to live with anxiety? Peter shares his journey
- Living with others: the joys and challenges of flatting Living with others who vary in lifestyle, personality, and living habits is easier said than done, but is also a valuable skill.
- Looking after our mates Supporting boys and men in looking after their mental health and wellbeing.
- Mental wellbeing and nutrition Keeping a healthy diet is not only good for the body but it can also benefit our mental wellbeing.
- Mindfulness to get through tough moments Read about how Jess found her way into mindfulness and how this can contribute to enhance our wellbeing.
- My experience of losing a pet and what helped my recovery It’s normal to feel intense grief and loss at the passing of a pet. Many young people share a deep bond with animals. Pets can give your life purpose and add structure not to mention they provide us with endless love and joy.
- My experience with bullying Bullying is still very common but how to deal with it and what to do if you or someone else is being bullied?
- My relationship with food and my body Jameel shares his journey to build a better relationship with food and his body + useful info and resources to support you on your journey.
- Name it to tame it Find out how naming our feelings can reduce the intensity of the emotions and help us feel less overwhelmed.
- Navigating Mental Health with Chronic Illness or Disability Challenges Most of us have heard of the general recommendations for mental and physical wellbeing. But for a lot of us, they are not straightfoward to achieve.
- Online therapy in Aotearoa Online therapy is convenient, accessible and effective. It is also cost-effective and easy to fit into busy lifestyles.
- Optimism - a powerful tool to manage anxiety Optimism is not simply about looking at things in a positive light and requires practice but can improve our outlook on life and wellbeing.
- Overcoming Agoraphobia Practical strategies to manage agoraphobia and tips to support someone living with it.
- Overcoming the fear of public speaking Techniques to help with the fear of public speaking
- Pets and Mental Health Many pet owners are familiar with the joy owning an animal can bring. What’s less well known are the health benefits having a pet provides.
- Practical strategies to cope with anxiety at university Attending university can seem daunting, but initial anxiety can be reduced by establishing routines and comfortable boundaries.
- Reconnecting with myself The importance of finding time to connect with oneself and focus on our inner world.
- Recovering from the loss of a parent Our intern writer, Jameel, writes about his experience of losing his father and shares a bit about ways to work through grief.
- Resources for parents and caregivers Helpful resources for caregivers of children and young people.
- Resources for whānau Families play an important role in the recovery journey of people experiencing mental illness.
- Rubberband Distraction Technique for Intrusive Thoughts An effective way to break out of a negative thought loop and focus on positive and helpful thoughts.
- Running for my mental health Jameel talks about how running has helped him build mental fortitude, feel accomplished and other ways it has improved his mental health.
- Self-Compassion in the New Year Positive self-talk: When a friend makes a mistake, we give them an uplifting response. Why not extend the same courtesy to ourselves?
- Sleep during stressful and uncertain times COVID-19 and isolation have brought people's stress and anxiety levels up, which is impacting on their sleep. Read on to learn more about this phenomenon and how to improve your sleep.
- Staying Safe Online: A Free Workshop for New Zealand Teenagers Free Printable PDF Workbook.
- Staying Safe Online: A Free Workshop for New Zealand Young Adults Free Printable PDF Workbook.
- Staying Safe Online: A Free Workshop for Parents and Caregivers Free Printable PDF Workbook
- Staying Safe Online: A Free Workshop for Young New Zealand Teenagers Free Printable PDF Workbook.
- Stress Awareness Month 2024 Here in Aotearoa, we've come so far in the past few years in sharing our experience of stress and anxiety.
- Support for Whānau/Family Families play an important role in the recovery journey of people experiencing mental illness. Whānau / Family can refer to anyone who supports or cares for a person experiencing mental illness. When someone you love is experiencing mental illness it can feel like an emotional rollercoaster and a challenge for you, your relationships and your family.
- Supporting anxious children in the classroom Acknowledging anxiety and supporting kids to find healthy ways to cope helps build resilience
- Supporting anxious kids: Advice for parents and caregivers Anxiety is normal and all children and youth experience it. Here are some tips to help caregivers support their children through anxiety.
- Supporting Parents, Healthy Children Talking with your children about your mental health or addiction issues can help them make sense of changes they see in the family and whānau.
- Supporting someone with Alzheimer’s Support, self-care and tips for carers of people living with Alzheimer’s.
- Supporting women to thrive We celebrate the diversity, courage, intelligence, and life of all wāhine and share strategies to support women’s health and flourishment.
- Taking a break from technology Spending too much time online can have a negative impact on our mental health and wellbeing. Check out Jess' journey to find balance.
- Talking to your GP about Mental Health Talking to your GP is a great starting point for your mental health journey. Here is a quick guide on what to expect and how they can help.
- The benefits and challenges of boundaries during the holidays Setting boundaries is an important part of establishing our identity but it can be hard to keep them around family.
- The benefits and challenges of doing an internship Why do an internship, tips to land a nice opportunity and a few things to be careful about when choosing where to send your CV to.
- The courage to face our fears Check out five steps to build courage to face your fears and deal with your own unique set of challenges.
- The final stage of the studying year Jess finds out the benefits of routine and what creates a good environment for focusing on her studies.
- The link between mental and physical health A healthy body is key to our mental wellbeing. Here Jess shares why and what she’s been doing to get her body moving and find her balance.
- The mental health benefits of taking a break Working nonstop can lead to mental and physical fatigue, and contribute to burnout. Here are a few tips to help you pause during the day.
- The mental health benefits of volunteering Volunteering is a known way to meaningfully contribute to your community but it can also have a positive impact on your mental health.
- The prospects of a New Year Accomplishing our new year's resolutions can be tricky. Jess shares what helps her achieving her goals.
- The stages of grief Understanding the five stages of grief may be useful when navigating your journey and to identify what you may be feeling.
- Tiffany's experience with anxiety Anxiety Helpline Volunteer Shares her Experience with Anxiety
- Tips to cope with COVID and anxiety COVID-19 outbreaks may make us feel anxious as we assess how our own or others social, emotional or physical safety will be affected. Anxiety NZ can offer some advice to help getting through this uncertain time.
- Understanding fear, anxiety, and stress Understanding the difference between fear, anxiety, and stress can help you determine how to address them and look after your wellbeing.
- Understanding OCD and being a better support person Learning about a friend's experience with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and how to be more supportive.
- What has made my lockdown easier Our youth writer shares how she found ways to cope with isolation, look after her wellbeing and even enjoy some aspects of lockdown.
- What is stress and how to manage it Everybody feels stressed at times, but too much of it can harm our physical and mental health. Here are a few ideas to cope better with it.
- What's it like experiencing a anxiety disorder? Tia has been experiencing an anxiety disorder for two years.
- What's it like to live with anxiety? Family man and musician Peter shares his journey from a life dominated by anxiety, to one where he understands his condition, manages it and learns to live beyond it – even seeing it as a positive force for his musical creativity.
- World Bipolar Day: Increasing awareness of mate rangirua March 30th Bipolar Awareness Day - What is bipolar disorder and how to raise awareness
- Youth and mental wellbeing: Be active, me kori tonu Exercise can do wonders to kids and adults’ physical and mental health. Check out some tips for keeping kids active during COVID times.
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