Mental Health Ireland
Mental Health Ireland provides #mentalhealth & #recovery information, resources & training. www.mentalhealthireland.ie
CHY 5594
- Tonight on The Late Late Show, Majella O’Donnell will speak openly about her mental health journey. Her appearance adds to an important public conversation about mental health, recovery, and the value of speaking honestly about difficult experiences. www.rte.ie/entertainmen... 📺 9.35pm on RTÉ One
- Behind the fields and early mornings, isolation is a real issue for many farmers. This important RTÉ Radio 1 discussion shines a light on rural loneliness and the need for connection. 🎧 👉 www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
- A huge thanks to Layla who held a sunrise walk and meditation to mark St Brigid's Day on Dun Laoghaire pier with all proceeds going towards Mental Health Ireland. Thanks Layla for a beautiful morning and thanks to everyone who turned up. #MentalHealthIreland
- Move It for Mental Health: 60 for 60! It’s Mental Health Ireland’s 60th birthday — and we’re celebrating by moving together! Whether you walk, run, cycle, aim to move 60 km over March and help raise funds for mental health supports across Ireland.👉 Sign up www.mentalhealthireland.ie/get-involved...
- Can you really sleep in advance for the nights you’ll need it most? 💤 New BBC Future insights explore the science behind “sleep banking” — and why getting good sleep now might be more important than waiting to catch up later. bbc.com/future/artic...
- Feeling overwhelmed or stressed today? Take a moment to pause 🫁💙 Box breathing is a simple, effective way to calm your nervous system and bring your focus back to the present. Just a few minutes can help reduce stress and restore balance. Try it now and notice how your body responds.
- Check out our webinar with our partners Baxter Storey on 'Food for Mood and Mental Health' . Well worth checking out and seeing how what we eat can impact our mood. www.mentalhealthireland.ie/resources-li...
- Mindfulness is about pausing, noticing and being kind to yourself. We’ve gathered helpful mindfulness resources on the Mental Health Ireland website to support your mental wellbeing. Check out this infographic we've made to support our mindfulness content. www.mentalhealthireland.ie/mindfulness-...
- We’re hiring! 📣 Join Mental Health Ireland as our new HR Executive and help build workplaces where people can thrive. Visit our website for more information www.bit.ly/jobsmhi
- Bank holidays can be tough. But they don't have to be. reach out to a family member or contact Samaritans on 116 123. You can also text 50808 for support if you don't like talking on the phone. You don't have to suffer in silence.
- Join Cillian from Mental Health Ireland for a 'Connect to the 5 Ways To Wellbeing' Talk in Shannon Library on Tuesday the 17th of February from 10.30am - 11.30am. Booking is essential and further information can be found here - clarelibraries.ie/events/five-...
- Mental Health Ireland is currently recruiting a Development Support Worker to work across the Gateway Mental Health Project. 👉 Find full details and apply here: www.bit.ly/jobsmhi Please feel free to share within your networks. #NowHiring #MentalHealthIreland #MentalHealthJobs
- Today’s reminder 🐾 Do things at your own pace. Life isn’t a race. #LifeNotARace #BeKindToYourMind #MentalHealthIreland
- January can bring pressure to reset, improve, and push forward but it’s also a time when many people are simply trying to get through shorter days and heavier weeks. “Wintering well” reminds us that slowing down, resting, and adjusting our expectations is not a failure, but a form of self-care.
- ✨ Just dropped! Our webinar A Gentle Reset for 2026 is now available to watch on our website. Take a moment to pause, reflect, and gather practical tools for mental, emotional and physical wellbeing as you step into the new year with intention. 👉 www.mentalhealthireland.ie/resources-li...
- Are you supporting someone as a family carer? This free webinar shares practical tips and heartfelt insights to help you look after your own mental health while caring for others. 👉 Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsLx...
- Join us for a Building Wellbeing Workshop designed to help you better understand mental health, wellbeing, and stress management. 📍 New Oak Community Centre, Carlow 🗓 Saturday, February 7 ⏰ 10:00 – 13:00 📩 To register: gina@mentalhealthireland.com | 📞 087 835 3925
- Reposted by Mental Health Ireland[Not loaded yet]
- Our latest blog explores how mindfulness can be woven into daily life, without needing long periods of meditation. The blog also includes links to additional mindfulness resources, so you can explore practical tools at your own pace. 👉 Read more here: www.mentalhealthireland.ie/mindfulness-...
- Even small improvements to your life can have huge benefits www.irishtimes.com/health/your-...
- Struggling to regain momentum after the holidays? You’re not alone — and there are practical ways to reset and refocus. What’s one post-holiday habit you’re adopting this year? 👇 www.rte.ie/lifestyle/li... #SpeirGorm
- 📢 Now Hiring | Peer Connector (Relief Staff) Mental Health Ireland, in partnership with GCC Solace Café, is currently seeking a Peer Connector (Relief Staff) to join our team. 🔗 Find out more and apply here: www.bit.ly/jobsmhi
- Are you caring for or supporting a loved one with mental health challenges? This FREE 5-week online programme is designed especially for family carers and supporters. 📍 Online | booking essential 📩 To register, email: recoverycollegesoutheast@gmail.com 📞 Or call: 086 174 6330 #Speirgorm
- Mental Health Ireland is looking for an Exercise Effect Practitioner to join our team. This role focuses on supporting positive mental health through physical activity, working with communities across Dublin North County and Dublin North City & West. www.mentalhealthireland.ie/about-us/wor...
- ✨ Stepping into 2026 without the pressure to reinvent ourselves. No big transformations. No “new year, new you.” Just focusing on what helps us feel good—more ease, more calm, more moments that actually support our wellbeing. This year is about paying attention to what works for you.
- Read or listen to one couples efforts to reduce loneliness in America by offering a place for people to come together and have a evening meal and storytelling session. Would something like this work in Ireland? www.npr.org/2025/05/07/g...
- If your energy dips, you feel flat more often, or tasks just feel harder, you might be experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). But the good news is: there are things you can do to help. www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
- Join us for an inspiring panel discussion designed to equip you with insights, practical tools, and real-life experiences to help you begin 2026 with clarity and confidence. Together, we’ll explore meaningful ways to reset and recharge—mentally, emotionally, and physically— www.shorturl.at/Czyg1
- Christmas can be busy and demanding. If you can, take a moment to pause, rest and check in with yourself. Small acts of self-care matter. Wishing you a happy Christmas and a peaceful New Year from all of us at Mental Health Ireland.
- The Christmas period can bring a mix of feelings. For some, it’s joyful. For others, it can be difficult. If you’re struggling, you’re not alone. Small steps like pausing, reaching out to someone, or asking for support can make a difference. This Christmas, let’s look after ourselves and each other.
- 🎧 New podcast alert: Coping with Christmas is now available — a conversation about how the holiday season can affect our mental health and ways to manage feelings of stress, overwhelm and pressure. 👉 Listen here: audioboom.com/posts/881911...
- Christmas can be a time of joy and stress — and that’s okay. This year, let go of the pressure for a “perfect” festive season and focus on wellbeing, connection, and moments that matter. Read our blog to make the season more manageable ➡️ www.mentalhealthireland.ie/coping-with-...
- 🎄 Christmas can bring joy… and a lot of pressure too. The “What I Can Control” worksheet can help you plan the season in a calmer, more realistic way ✨Download the “What I Can Control” worksheet here 👉 www.mentalhealthireland.ie/resources-li... #MentalHealthIreland #ChristmasWellbeing
- Choosing not to drink on a night out? You can still have a great time 🎉Grab a non-alcoholic drink, keep a simple response ready if people ask, and focus on enjoying the moment. Check out these quick tips from SpunOut: spunout.ie/health/alcoh... #Sober #Notdrinking
- Looking to make this Christmas extra magical without breaking the bank? 🎅 Check out these budget-friendly ideas to sprinkle festive cheer into your home and heart this season — from cosy décor tips to simple ways to spread joy! 💫 👉 www.rte.ie/lifestyle/li...
- ✨ How to Mind Your Mental Health at Christmas ✨ The holiday season can be magical — but it can also be overwhelming. Extra demands, changes in routine and busy schedules can take a toll on our wellbeing. Here are some gentle reminders to help you look after yourself this Christmas:
- Use this weekend to get into the festive spirit by watching your favourite Christmas movies. We asked you for your favourites and this is what you told us! What would you add to the list? Oh, and is Die Hard a Christmas movie? ;) #ChristmasMovies
- We have just received some limited stock of our Christmas cards which are now available for purchase. Get them quick before they sell out again! www.mentalhealthireland.ie/product/fest...
- Stress is a normal part of life — but how we manage it makes all the difference. This RTÉ article explores simple, evidence-based habits you can build into your daily routine to support better mental health and resilience. 🧠🌿 📖 Read more: www.rte.ie/lifestyle/li...
- Confused about making a big career change? Here are 5 simple questions to ask yourself if you're feeling stuck www.npr.org/2025/03/08/n...
- A HUGE thanks to everyone who has bought from our Christmas Shop. The good news is that we still have badges and Christmas Tree decorations left. The bad news is that we have sold out of the following! Connectmas Gift Pack Coping with Christmas cards Festive Greeting Cards Connectmas Multipack
- Have you got your tickets yet? First Fortnight has something for everyone in their new programme. www.rte.ie/culture/2025...
- According to the latest from BBC Future, “activity microbursts” — short spurts of movement sprinkled through your daily routine — may improve everything from circulation to mood to long-term heart health. www.bbc.com/future/artic...
- For the day that's in it! www.rte.ie/entertainmen...
- 🎶 Did you know singing could be a big boost for your wellbeing? According to research, singing — whether in the shower, at a choir rehearsal, or just humming along — can lower stress, lift your mood, support your lungs and immune system, and help you feel more connected.
- ❄️ Winter is here — but it doesn’t have to drag you down. In our latest blog, we explore simple ways to nourish your body and your mind during those darker, colder days: from embracing cosy moments, to small steps outdoors, and gentle self-care rituals. www.mentalhealthireland.ie/winter-welln...
- Take a Dip for Health this December! Join us for our monthly cold-water dip on Friday 12th December, 12.30–1.30pm at Crabpool (Ladies) Beach, Salthill, Galway. 🎅✨ Free event — booking essential! 👉 bit.ly/MHI-events Email: sarah.fahy@mentalhealthireland.ie
- This #GivingTuesday, you can help fund our free community programmes — like Woodlands for Health or our education bursary scheme — supporting people to recover, reconnect, and thrive. 👉 Give the gift of support today: www.bit.ly/justasking25
- Your generosity this #GivingTuesday helps us provide free mental health resources to people all over Ireland. €20 provides 20 people with mental health booklets €80 funds a free community workshop €150 supports someone through a 12-week Woodlands for Health programme www.bit.ly/justasking25
- Today is Giving Tuesday — a chance to show the power of generosity in our communities. This #GivingTuesday, your donation powers free mental health training in communities across Ireland. www.bit.ly/justasking25
- As we step into December, let’s remember that every new month brings a fresh start. 🌟 No matter how the year has felt so far, you can begin again — one step at a time. Small actions, gentle progress, and kinder days are all within reach. #MentalHealthIreland #OneStepAtATime #HelloDecember
