Hapus - For our mental wellbeing

25/07/2025

Go easy on yourself. Just do the best you can right now

Image: https://www.instagram.com/katherineherrellart

22/07/2025

This summer, enjoy simple things outside with your family🧺

Try a picnic, a nature trail, or storytelling under a tree - no screens needed. Need ideas? The 'Cadw – Find a place to visit' tool helps you explore heritage sites and outdoor spaces across Wales - perfect for free or low-cost family adventures!

Whether it's a castle, woodland trail, or park bench picnic, these moments help support your family's wellbeing in simple, meaningful ways🌳

Plan your next outing: hapus.wales/wellbeing-tool/cadw-find-a-place-to-visit/

19/07/2025

How's your month going so far?

Take a quiet moment to check in with yourself:
💭 What's helped you feel calm?
🌿 What do you need more of?
✍️ What could you let go of?

Gentle reflection is self-care. You're doing your best.

18/07/2025

📢 Are you an unpaid carer in Wales?

Your voice can help shape change ahead of the 2026 Senedd election.
Take the State of Caring Survey and tell decision-makers what needs to change.

📝 https://buff.ly/HLHFSXX

18/07/2025

Dylan Thomas was born on October 27th, 1914, in Pantygwydr, Abertawe (Uplands, Swansea) and is widely regarded as one of the most influential poets of the 20th Century. He is also arguably the most influential Welsh poet of all time.

There are mixed accounts on whether Dylan could speak the Welsh language, though it has become somewhat accepted that he was unable to write but could speak and understand it well. This was confirmed in the 1921 Census, where it was entered he could speak the language. His parents were bilingual, so this perhaps provides context.

Alas, it is often noted that Dylan did not associate strongly with his Welshness - resenting the fact he was often viewed as a Welsh poet akin to the medieval bards. Despite this, plenty of his works are rooted in Welsh geography and, perhaps somewhere, he treasured his Welshness in secret.

Dylan is often remembered for a colourful personality and his personal demons - including alcoholism and philandering. Alcoholism is often attributed to his death at just 39 years of age in 1953 but autopsy accounts did not support this. His death was most likely brought on by a combination of pneumonia, brain swelling and a fatty liver.

18/07/2025

Our Photo of the Week comes from our brilliant park ranger Calum with this beautiful shot of . 🦋🌳

Thank you to everyone who shared their amazing images. 📸

Don’t forget to keep submitting your photos, ready for next week!

18/07/2025

Parents in Wales – we want to hear from you!

Take part in ‘The Big Conversation’ online survey by Children in Wales - Plant yng Nghymru and share what matters to families in Wales.

It only takes 15 minutes, — and you’ll be entered into a draw to win a £50 Amazon voucher!

Your voice will help shape services and support for children, parents and carers across the country.

Open to all parents, carers & guardians of children under 18 living in Wales. Take the survey today: https://forms.office.com/e/PN9cBrbL8z

Terms and Conditions apply

18/07/2025

18/07/2025

A record-breaking 2,250 parks and green spaces across the UK have achieved status in 2025 - the highest number ever!

We're proud to celebrate these vital spaces where community comes together and wildlife thrives. Read more:
https://www.keepbritaintidy.org/news/2250-uk%E2%80%99s-best-parks-and-green-spaces-are-announced-2025-green-flag-award-winners

18/07/2025

A trial in Wales will soon get underway in which those under 21 will be able to pay a pound for a single bus ticket. https://www.itv.com/watch/news/bus-travel-to-get-cheaper-for-under-21s-in-wales/720qjhf

18/07/2025