Weekly Update

We hope you’ve had a restful summer break. We’re delighted to be welcoming everyone back next week, with a wide range of courses and workshops on offer to support your wellbeing, learning and recovery journey. Whether you’re returning to the College or joining us for the first time, there’s something for everyone.

As September marks National Recovery Month, we’re featuring our Emotional Balance workshops, which explore practical ways to better understand and manage emotions, build resilience and support wellbeing. Read the featured article below to find out more and hear what previous learners have said about the positive impact these workshops have had on their lives.

Don’t forget to check out the community news and opportunities section below for local activities, events and offers that may be of interest.

We look forward to learning with you again this term.

Featured Article

Emotional Balance: Building Hope, Resilience and Recovery

September marks National Recovery Month, a time to celebrate the strength, determination and achievements of people recovering from substance use and mental health challenges. It is also an opportunity to recognise that recovery is possible and that hope, connection and learning can support us through life’s challenges.

These themes are at the heart of our Emotional Balance workshops, which help people better understand their emotions, develop self-awareness and build practical strategies to support wellbeing.

Emotions are a natural part of being human, but at times they can feel overwhelming. When we are emotionally balanced, we are better able to pause, think clearly and choose how to respond. During more difficult moments, it can feel as though all the traffic lights are flashing at once, making it harder to think clearly and affecting our confidence, relationships and wellbeing.

Through workshops such as Dealing with Rumination and Food and Mood, learners explore emotional responses in a safe, supportive and non-judgemental environment. Together, we share experiences, learn from one another and discover practical tools that can strengthen resilience and support recovery.

One learner described the workshops as:

“Well presented, informative, with lived experience shared by staff and peers. Really helpful and gave a new insight into our daily lives and decision making.”

Another shared:

“Good to talk to people who are in a similar position as me regarding this subject. Made me feel like I can be more kind to myself.”

Places are available on the next online Emotional Balance workshop series starting on Wednesday 9 September.

Click here to find out more as well as our full timetable of courses