The first Wednesday in November is National Stress Awareness Day!

We're here to remind you that even the tiniest steps you take every day to take care of yourself and reduce stress can lead to big improvements in your mental health over time.

Our website is packed with lots of inspiring ideas for you to explore! Find your favorite activity that will bring you back into the moment, enjoyment, and slow you down. Check out our activities: Why not try breathing exercises, enjoy a piano performance, or take a walk in our virtual gallery?

Today is a day to celebrate the invaluable contribution that artists have made and continue to make to our society through their creative imagination and exceptional skills.

Have you ever had the joy of trying to express yourself through painting, sculpture, music, dance or writing? Today is the perfect opportunity to try something new and exciting outside of your daily routine!

Don't forget to check out the brilliant artists on our website!

Values play a crucial role in building our self-esteem by giving us a sense of purpose and identity. We all have different values that we live by. They help shape our lives, our thinking, our self-image and our interactions with others.

So today is a good day to reflect on our personal experiences, what brings us joy and what kind of life we would like to live in relation to our personal values - and perhaps discover some new ones.

Join our monthly Book Club. EVERYONE is welcome!

This month's book: All About Love, by Bell Hooks

Grab your favourite beverage, find a cozy spot, and get ready for lively conversations. We can't wait to see you there!

Event Timing: October 16th 2024, 7:30pm GMT

Virtual Meeting (Online Link: JOIN)

To celebrate the start of the UK's National Baking Week [14-20 October], we are encouraging people of all ages and abilities to discover the joy of baking.

This week is for you to get creative, discover new recipes and share your baked creations with your loved ones! No talent at all? Why not support your local bakery by treating yourself to something sweet or find out where you can donate some baked goods? There are lots of ways to get involved this week.

Today is the perfect day to explore and appreciate the vastness, wonder and beauty of the universe, and to expand your curiosity and learn more about astronomy and space science.

Check out the events at your local planetarium or science centre, or take your loved ones with you and simply look up at the night sky with a sense of wonder.

It's World Mental Health Day!

We have been there for you through the arts, social activities, wellness, physical and various types of therapy.

At the heart of Freo Wellbeing’s mission is helping you feel your healthiest, day by day.

World Architecture Day is celebrated every year on the first Monday of October. Today we aim to highlight the capacity and responsibility of architecture to foster viable community life in urban and rural areas worldwide, ensuring the safety, inclusivity, resilience, and sustainability of cities and human settlements.

Why not take today to explore your city and discover the incredibly artistic and beautiful designs created by so many talented people over generations?

We'd like to take a moment to send a big, heartfelt thank you to all the amazing teachers around the world who are driven by a passion for making a positive, lasting impact on people's lives. Your dedication helps us build a brighter future and helps us grow as individuals.

We would like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude for the invaluable contributions older individuals make to our communities.

We're aiming to highlight the importance of making sure that people can age with dignity and purpose, and to create a society where we can all thrive and contribute to our communities in later life.

Part of the fun of celebrating World Heart Day is to do something good for your own heart today. Prepare a heart-healthy menu for yourself or your family and friends, take a long heart-healthy walk with your loved ones, educate yourself on heart-related topics (f. ex. cardiovascular diseases), or keep an eye out for heart-themed activities in your area!

It is World Dream Day!

Let's celebrate ourselves today and all the possibilities and endless varieties of dreams our bodies and minds are creating while we sleep, but also our more active, aspirational dreams, the more tangible 'plan-in-action' dreams we live by and strive for in our own lives and worlds.

This day in 1951 was the foundation day of the World Federation of the Deaf. Today is a perfect opportunity for the promotion and protection of the linguistic identity and cultural diversity of all deaf people and other sign language users, their human rights and the preservation of sign languages.

(We chose the sigh language for 'I love you' for our cover image).

Today marks the start of the yearly apple harvest in many parts of the world.

There are so many delicious ways to enjoy apples! If you're not in the mood for a fresh fruit, why not try a new cake recipe or pancakes with apple purée? Or, simply stack an apple with peanut butter for a tasty snack. You can even use it in various ways for savoury food.

Go on, get that fantastic recipe book you never use!

Embracing the beauty and significance of Afro textured hair, today is a global day of celebration and liberation of Afro hair and identity by honouring history and culture.

We stand together to fight discrimination, to challenge stereotypes, to promote self-acceptance and to encourage positive conversations around the topic of Afro-textured hair.

The purpose of the International Day of Charity is to promote a common goal: to strengthen social responsibility around the world through charitable causes. Today, charitable activities take place all over the world and can range from small individual fundraisers and awareness-raising events to benefit concerts.

Today, let's come together to destigmatise and raise awareness of the importance of sexual health! The theme of this year's World Sexual Health Day is: Positive Relationships.

Relationships come in all sorts of shapes and can be special in their own way. There are so many wonderful things that make up a happy, healthy relationship! We're talking about things like kindness, care, respect, security and support, but also fun and encouragement.

Find out what's going on in your area! Your local library, public space or art gallery might be involved.

It is World Letter Writing Day!

We celebrate the enduring value of a handwritten letter as a means of expressing artistry, love, appreciation and connection.

In today's digital age, today is an excellent occasion to connect with your loved ones and express your gratitude and appreciation through a personal, handcrafted gesture.

World Humanitarian Day provides an opportunity to recognise the invaluable contributions of those who dedicate their lives to humanitarian service and to express our support for those affected by crises around the world.

This day is all about keeping the flame of hope alive and never giving up on our dreams.

It's Afternoon Tea Week! [2nd - 18th August] in the UK, and we're marking the occasion today, midway through the week.

There's no better way to celebrate than taking a little afternoon break with the people you love, sharing a cup of tea and some delicious treats.

Happy Left-Handers Day!

What better day than today to learn more about being a left-hander and the challenges that come with it? It's also an excellent opportunity for right-handers to do something nice for all the left-handers out there.

Today is all about celebrating the amazing potential, qualities and contributions of young people.

Write us your story! We want to be inspired by your voices, boundless energy and learn from your dreams, innovations and activities in your community.

Today we stand in solidarity with indigenous people all over the world. 

It is vital that we raise awareness of the importance of preserving indigenous life. We recognise the resilience of indigenous people, their dedication to environmental and cultural protection, their contributions to art, and their influence on medicine and the humanities.

Today provides an ideal opportunity for you to gain insight into the historical impact of indigenous people.

Today, the UK celebrates National Opportunity Day.

And on this day, we are going to embrace change!

Life is full of surprises. Sometimes, our plan takes a different turn. But here’s the thing: that turn can lead us to amazing opportunities we never even imagined. We view change as an opportunity for learning and personal growth, embracing the importance of lifelong development and engagement with your evolving environment.

The first Sunday of August is a global celebration of sisterhood: It doesn't matter if you're related by blood, marriage or by special bonds of friendship: give your sister a big hug today!

On this first Saturday in August, we celebrate by honouring those soulful melodies that echo stories from resilience, suffering and joy. These melodies transcend generations, uniting in a shared experience of raw emotion and powerful rhythm.

If possible, check out some live blues bands in your area or listen to the range of this style of music online, finding your new favourite artist!

Today is a day to remember the incredible power of friendship between people, countries and cultures. We're here to spread the joy of the human spirit through the magic of trust and the support of friendship!

What’s your favourite way to show your friends you love them?

By celebrating World Nature Conservation Day, today is a perfect opportunity to roll up your sleeves and lend a hand in your community's environmental programmes! Why not join a tree-planting event or a neighbourhood clean-up?

Happy Freo Birthday!

How will you celebrate your mental health today?

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