Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (LPFT)

Emotional Regulation is our ability to understand and manage our emotions. In this episode aimed at parents Tom and Beth talk about supporting your child's emotional regulation through various techniques and strategies. 

Will your child soon be making the move to secondary school? In this podcast Tom and Chloe talk about the big move and share how best to support your child with this transition.

In this parent podcast we are joined by special guest Dan to consider how best to support your child's online wellbeing. We talk about technology's impact on our wellbeing, popular social media apps, AI and provide parents with some top tips for support their child's online wellbeing.

In this episode, we explore the transformative power of positive self-talk and affirmations, unpacking how they can reshape our mindset, build our resilience and boost our mood.

This episode is aimed at staff who work in education settings. Thursday 10 October marks World Mental Health Day. The theme is set by the World Health Federation and this year's theme is 'it is time to prioritise mental health in the workplace “. In this episode we are joined by Chris. Together we consider some of the challenges that can work against prioritising mental health in the workplace and...

In this podcast we are joined by Kieran from Gloji Energy to talk about how parents and carers can help their children enjoy a mentally and physically healthy summer holiday. 

In this episode we meet with Sarah from SHOUT. SHOUT is a free, confidential and 24/7 text messaging service for anyone in the UK who needs support.   To start a conversation, text the word ‘Shout’ to 85258.

In this episode we meet with Eloise from Kooth. Kooth are an online service where people can access free, safe and anonymous support. Elosie shares information on their magazine, discussion board, journal and Kooth chat or messenger. All of these can be found via Kooth.com

"Whilst social media can be completely awesome, it is okay to unplug every now and then’’. This episode is hosted by peer support workers who all have lived experience of mental health challenges themselves. A young person also joins the conversation where we explore how social media can/has influenced our wellbeing in a positive and negative way, and we share different ways to look after our...

This episode aims to explain what happens once a referral is made to LPFT's Children and Young People Services. Becky and Lucy talk through what happens to a referral, who looks at the referral and what you can expect once you have made a referral.  For information on support and making a referral, please take a look at our website page: Young people :: Lincolnshire Young Minds (lpft.nhs.uk)

February includes ‘Random Acts of Kindness Day!’ This episode delves into how small gestures can make a big difference to wellbeing, both our own and that of people around us. We’ll share some ideas you can use to scatter random acts of kindness into your day and set you a challenge to come up with your own ways to spread joy.

The New Year can be seen as an opportunity for a fresh start, where many people look ahead and consider the changes they may want to make over the coming year. Making any changes can be difficult. In this episode, we discuss ways to make these changes easier, including how to make our New Year's resolutions SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and time-based).

We take a trip down memory lane, looking at the podcasts that we have created over the past few years, sharing our favourites and looking at the feedback from some of our schools that use them. We also take the time to celebrate the achievements we have made and how overcoming challenges can make people more resilient.

When people feel low or anxious, they may be less likely to be doing things they used to enjoy, which can actually make them feel worse. Taking small steps to happiness includes increasing activities that you enjoy or find rewarding. This may sound quite daunting, but this podcast talks through the steps to get started. When you start to do more activities, you may notice that you actually start t...

Ready to dive into your body's superhero mode? This episode of the podcast unpacks the battle between the fight, flight and freeze response, releveling what goes on internally during this response. Ever wondered why your heart races or you get sweaty palms? This episode shares the scoop on how adrenaline impacts your body and the symptoms it can unleash. We also focus on how relaxation can hel...

"Exercise is the miracle cure we've always had, but for too long we've neglected to take our recommended dose." In this episode, we explore how women are increasingly embracing sports to have a positive impact on wellbeing and health. We are joined by Rosie, who shares her experiences of being a member of different sports teams.

In this podcast, aimed at year 6 pupils moving up to year 7, we talk about the transition between primary and secondary school. We discuss our own experiences, think about the changes that come with moving up to secondary school, and talk through some problem-solving (which, helpfully, we can apply to any problems we face!). We don’t forget to discuss some of the positives that come with moving up...

This podcast is the fourth and final episode of our ‘mindfulness series’ and is aimed at children. Mindfulness is a technique that people use to become more aware of how they are feeling and what is happening around them. We tend to ignore how we are feeling and what we are thinking most of the time unless something goes wrong. Being mindful gives you a chance to stop and notice what is happening...

This podcast is the third of our ‘mindfulness series’ and is aimed at children. Sometimes we don’t notice that stress and tension are building up. It can help to learn a progressive muscle relaxation technique to help you feel in control of your body.  The progressive muscle relaxation activity in this podcast can help people to pay attention to and relax different parts of their body.

This podcast is the second of our ‘mindfulness series’ and is aimed at children. This podcast will tell you all about square breathing. This is a simple relaxation technique that can be practised anywhere – some people like to trace or visualise a square when they complete it. With regular practice, breathing skills can provide a sense of calm and focus.

This podcast is the first of our ‘mindfulness series’ and is aimed at children. It will guide them through a relaxation activity in which they can channel their inner Batman. Just like the rest of us, superheroes need to take time to recharge. This activity can help them do just this.  

There’s a saying, “a dog is a man’s best friend”. Many people with a pet would agree with this wholeheartedly! In this episode, we wanted to look at how pets can support us in meeting the five steps to wellbeing. Kerry and Jasper also join us to talk about how animal assisted therapy is used in our own children and young people services.

Winter is a magical season, full of festivities, parties and for some people, gifts! Gift-giving can be great for our wellbeing. However, pressures associated with giving presents can negatively impact how we feel. In this podcast, we discuss the wonderful ways to treat your loved ones, boosting your wellbeing, whilst avoiding some of the worry.

This edition of the MHST podcast is aimed at parents/carers and school staff.  We know that a large percentage of children are worried about how the cost of living crisis may impact them and their families. This podcast aims to support adults in having conversations with children and young people to help alleviate some of those worries. Some credible sources of support are: The Money Helper (...

Welcome to this month's podcast aimed at children and young people. In this edition, we talk about World Mental Health Day, which takes place on 10 October. The theme of World Mental Health Day 2022 is ‘making mental health and wellbeing a priory for all’. Within this podcast, we explore how we can prioritise our mental health, as well as how other countries and cultures prioritise their mental he...