Recover-Me

31/08/2026

Day 30 💛 — Something that makes me laugh

I try to find the comedy in every moment, even when life gets tough. Honestly, I think laughter has got me through some pretty difficult times. 😂

I love surrounding myself with people who have a bit of banter and don’t take everything too seriously.

Life is short, and recovery has taught me that not every moment needs to be heavy. Sometimes you just need to laugh, be silly and enjoy the moment. ❤️

And there’s a reason they say laughter is good for you — it can help release those feel-good hormones too! So today’s reminder is simple…

Laugh more.
Take life a little less seriously.
Find the funny wherever you can. 🌿✨

30/08/2026

Some days, you just can’t be bothered… and today was definitely one of those days! 😂

The house has been upside down after having all the kids for 3 weeks, and honestly, I had zero motivation to tackle it.

But I put some Ren Gill on 🎶, stopped overthinking it and just got stuck in.

Kitchen ✅
Lounge ✅
Sunday dinner nearly cooked 🍽️
Upstairs… can wait for another day! 😂

And you know what? That’s enough.

We don’t have to do everything in one go. Sometimes getting one or two things done is a massive achievement when your motivation is nowhere to be found.

Be kind to yourself. Start somewhere, do what you can, and leave the rest for another day. ❤️

Recover-Me reminder: Progress doesn’t have to be perfect. Sometimes, just getting started is the win. 🌿

30/08/2026

🌸 Yesterdays August Gratitude Challenge – Day 29 🌸

A helpful resource or tool in my life. 💚

For me, that’s journaling. ✍️

It gives me a safe space to get my thoughts out of my head, make sense of my feelings and reflect on how far I’ve come.

It helps me:
✨ Clear my mind
🌿 Stay grounded
❤️ Process my thoughts and feelings
🌱 Recognise my growth

Sometimes the simplest tools can make the biggest difference.

A safe space, just for me. 🤍

29/08/2026

✨ SIGNPOSTING – NOT MY EVENT ✨

For anyone interested in an evening of guidance, connection and giving, here’s an event that may be of interest. 💫

🔮 Psychic Charity Night
📅 Tuesday 22nd September
⏰ 7pm – 9pm
📍 Agnes Hopkins Centre, Swinton

Hosted by Radiance Reiki, with an evening including a mediumship service, raffle, hot drinks and light refreshments.

💛 Funds raised will be split between Agnes Hopkins Centre and Jak’s World Charity.

🎟️ Tickets £8 – booking required as spaces are limited.

Please contact the organisers directly for bookings and further information.

Shared for signposting purposes only — this is not a Recover-Me event. 🌿

29/08/2026

💚 Signposting – Bury Peer-Led Crisis Service

If you’re struggling with your mental health, Bury BIG (Bury Involvement Group in Mental Health) offers a safe space for adults aged 18+ experiencing mental health crisis.

📍 Halligan House, 11 Broad Street, Bury, BL9 0DA

They provide trauma-informed, peer-led support tailored to individual needs.

🕑 Monday–Wednesday: 2pm–6pm
🕑 Thursday–Friday: 2pm–6pm
🌙 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 6pm–10pm
Monday & Tuesday evening sessions are pre-booked one-to-one appointments.

A valuable local service offering support from people with lived experience. 💚

Sharing for signposting purposes — this isn’t a Recover-Me service.

29/08/2026

🌸 From Harm to Healing – Women’s Connection & Resilience Programme

Sharing this local opportunity for women in Bury who have been affected by gambling, either directly or indirectly.

A calm, culturally sensitive and trauma-informed programme offering space to:

💜 Understand gambling-related harms
💜 Learn about support available
💜 Build resilience and personal strength
💜 Connect with other women
💜 Reflect, learn and grow in a supportive environment
💜 Enjoy a wellbeing activity at each session

📅 Every other Thursday, 5.30–7pm
📍 One Step Bury, Albert Works, Brook St, Bury, BL9 6AH

Upcoming sessions run from 10 September – 15 October 2026.

📱 To reserve a place or find out more, text Donna Webb on 07939 229324
📧 [email protected]

Just sharing to help spread the word about support and opportunities available locally. 💜

Gambling is the quiet addiction !

In today's society we are encouraged to gamble more than ever before.

Sophisticated advertising, normalising & glamorising on line bingo ,lottery ,casinos etc .Never has it been easierer
to place a bet .

Gone are the days of simply going to a betting shop .

Online access makes it so easy .

This awareness workshop is to ito inform women about gambling .

Maybe you have a friend ,family member or its yourself that needs to seek some information on this subject .

If you feel this would be helpful for any woman you know please book on to this FREE information sessions .

29/08/2026

📣 SIGNPOSTING – FREE TASTER SESSIONS

Looking for something new to learn, a chance to build confidence or support your wellbeing? 💙

Bury Adult Learning Service are offering FREE 1-day taster sessions in partnership with Whitefield Live Well Centre throughout September.

📍 Whitefield Live Well Centre
Albert Rd, Whitefield, Manchester, M45 8NH

Sessions include:
🎨 Art to Reduce Anxiety & Stress – 2nd September
💼 Employability – 7th September
🍎 Food Safety – 16th September

For more information or to enrol: 0161 253 5772

Sharing to help spread the word about opportunities available in our local community. 💙

Places are limited, so don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

29/08/2026

🌸 Yesterday’s Gratitude – Day 28 🌸

A quality I appreciate about myself. 💚

One thing I’m genuinely grateful for in myself is that I’m not judgemental.

I know we all have things in our past that we’re not proud of. I certainly do. But I’ve learned that our mistakes don’t have to define us — it’s what we choose to do afterwards that matters.

Recovery has taught me to look beyond someone’s past and see the person underneath. To offer understanding rather than judgement, because we never truly know what someone else has been through.

I’m proud that I can meet people where they are, without judging them for how they got there. ❤️

We all deserve the chance to grow, change and become better versions of ourselves.

🌿✨

28/08/2026

💛 A beautiful surprise of gratitude 💛

I received this beautiful gift from a lovely lady who came along to our Wellness Day on Sunday. 🥰

She experienced her very first Soundbath and enjoyed it so much that she joined us again for the lunchtime session! 🥹✨

You really didn’t have to get me anything, but your thoughtfulness means so much. 💛

Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I will cherish these beautiful gifts and the kindness behind them. 🙏✨

Moments like this remind me why I do what I do. Seeing people connect, relax and enjoy the experience makes it all so worthwhile. 🌿💫

Thank you for trusting Recover-Me and being part of the journey. 💚