New View Well-Being

26/05/2026

Hi everyone,

Next Monday, 1st June, I’m delivering a workshop promoting positive mental health and well-being in Level Up, Augher. Please see attached information.
Excited for this opportunity and I appreciate the invitation!
This will be an informal discussion focused on practical things you can do to take care of your mental health.
The workshop starts at 7pm and everyone is welcome.
Get in touch if you would like any further information and please share to spread the word!

Brenda

17/05/2026

Perhaps you’re taking action this by speaking to a counsellor for the first time 🤍

That step can feel big, unfamiliar, or even overwhelming – so here are some questions you can save for later, ask in a first session, or share with someone else who might be thinking about getting support too.

Because feeling informed and supported can make reaching out feel a little less daunting.

12/05/2026

What does New View Well-Being and The Devil Wears Prada 2 have in common??? 🤔

Answer - EFT, or tapping.

In The Devil Wears Prada 2, you may have noticed Emily using a tapping technique to manage her stress. This tool is known as EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), a therapeutic tool that is proven to help reduce stress, anxiety and emotional distress by tapping on meridian points on the face and body to shift a negative flow of energy. It's pretty amazing!

I'm delighted to share that I have recently achieved the Level 2 Practitioner training in EFT after completing training and assessment through Key2Empowerment, and will be offering EFT, either within therapy or as a stand alone technique.

If you would like to be like Emily and give it a go please get in touch.
Please help me spread the word by giving this post a like, comment or share, I really appreciate it 🫶

12/05/2026

Interested in finding out more about EFT or tapping and its many benefits?

Have a read through the attached information and if you would like to be like Emily and give it a go please get in touch 🫶

One of our favourite parts of Devil Wears Prada 2? Emily finally learning to deal with her stress. Gone are the positive affirmations and in their place: EFT tapping. But does it actually work? Turns out, it can. We spoke to the experts to find out how it works and its benefits:https://marieclaireuk.visitlink.me/0BhWzq

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12/05/2026

Share this post, or send it to someone you care about.

You never know who might need this reminder today – maybe even you.

Be gentle with yourself, and don’t be afraid to reach out for support when you need it. Not just during , but every day.

Samaritans
NHS
Shout
Campaign Against Living Miserably
Mind

29/04/2026

22/04/2026

17/04/2026

I was delighted to return to Drumragh Integrated College today to explore positive relationships with the year 8 students.
We explored self awareness, communication, compromise and compassion through a fun filled combination of activities and discussions. It was great to catch up with the lovely staff and students again! Completely forgot to take a photo but definitely a great way to spend Friday 😁.
Dates are already being booked for school workshops in September and there are limited workshop dates available for the end of May and June, so please get in touch if you would like more information!

19/03/2026

28/02/2026

Not all counsellors are created equal – and choosing the right one matters more than you think.

The right counsellor will not only have the right qualifications, but will also create a space where you feel safe, heard, and genuinely supported. Therapy should feel collaborative, ethical, and grounded in respect – not rushed, pressured, or one-sided.

If you are considering counselling, save this checklist and use it as a guide. You deserve support that feels safe, empowering, and aligned with your needs. 💓

25/02/2026

Kindness in our schools - It’s probably the most important ‘subject’ of our times!
1. Kindness is a powerful force for good in the world. In current times, we need as much of it as possible within our communities. We need to promote it more as we experience more poverty, homelessness, and people fleeing from war.

2. There are many different ways to be kind, and even small acts of kindness can have a huge impact. From holding a door open to volunteering to be a Samaritan, each way of kindness has a trickle effect on other people.

3. Kindness cannot be taught to children by lecturing them about how unkind they are. They have to witness it. It can be learned and practised. Everyone can become kinder with practice.

4. Kindness is contagious. When we see other people being kind, we tend to mimic their behaviour or become inspired to help others without realising it.

5. Kindness acts as a reward in itself. It is linked to better relationships, positive mental health outcomes, and a greater sense of purpose and meaning.

6. Kindness is not a weakness. It is a strength. For instance, it takes strength and courage to be kind when faced with adversity.

7. Kindness is not always easy, especially when we are angry or disillusioned, but small steps rekindle its powerful effects.

8. A precursor to kindness is empathy, and imagining ourselves in the shoes of others is a good starting point. This empathy is the gateway.

9. Often, children need opportunities to experience its positive effects. Visiting old people’s homes, sick neighbours, or helping other children with special needs allows them to put their own worries into better context.

10. Kindness is magnetic. Your favourite teacher was a kind teacher. Being assured that your daughter or son would fall in love with a naturally kind-hearted person would be a great consolation in the minefield of relationships.

Needless to say, parents have the primary role in the promotion of kindness, and schools can only do so much. School is only another avenue where it can be learned and facilitated. By prioritising kindness, we would reduce stress levels and foster a degree of positivity that we all need at the moment.
(C) Shane Martin