Diamond Cognitive Therapy

04/10/2023

DAY 17 Make Life Worth Living – by Claire.

Sporting Passion

What makes a life worth living? When a person experiences suicidal ideation, it can be a tough and overwhelming process to overcome. The Connections Link Life Su***de Prevention Training is designed to help you support others in emotional distress or crisis – to find a life worth living.

The Mental Health Report for NI, 2022, found that 21% of people in Northern Ireland experience mental health problems and a shocking 1 in 8 young people experience emotional difficulties, so our Link21Life Campaign aims to address this growing problem in our small province.

One of the Connections Link Life Ambassadors, Claire, when asked what makes a life worth living for her, shared that sport and the connections she makes with it, are something highly important in her life.

To register to attend one of our pre-scheduled su***de prevention training courses check out this form for next dates & to register here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1a_VINQGlRw-bjSWR4L3upwg2f4f or enquire about booking training for your workplace, group or community here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1eHqGNxNoSV6YtKKtEPxCSQg2f4f

Contact Papyrus if you are a young person who is struggling; https://www.papyrus-uk.org/

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02/10/2023

DAY 16 Make Life Worth Living – by Roisin.

Feel The Sunshine

Our Link21Life Campaign has been established in response to the shocking 21% of people in Northern Ireland who are living with mental health problems, who are at risk of suicidal ideation. Did you know that the cost of mental ill health in Northern Ireland last year was 3.4bn, according to The Mental Health Report, 2022?

Fresh Minds Education works in support with the PHA, with local community and workplace groups to deliver fully funded Su***de Awareness Training. This life-saving knowledge means that those in crisis are helped to search for and find a Life Worth Living. The Connections Ambassadors have been sharing what A Life Worth Living means to them.

Roisin says that one of the things that enhances life for her is the experience of feeling the warmth and light of the sunshine – even in rainy Northern Ireland!

To register to attend one of our pre-scheduled su***de prevention training courses check out this form for next dates & to register here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1a_VINQGlRw-bjSWR4L3upwg2f4f or enquire about booking training for your workplace, group or community here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1eHqGNxNoSV6YtKKtEPxCSQg2f4f

If you need help urgently you can contact Lifeline; https://www.lifelinehelpline.info/

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29/09/2023

DAY 15 Make Life Worth Living – by Melissa.

Quality Time

The important work that takes place in Connections Link Life Su***de Prevention Training means that every time a group of new trainees attend, they are inspired, encouraged and uplifted. The Link Life Ambassadors in turn are also inspired by their willingness to learn and to equip themselves to help others in crisis. Following the Mental Health Report for Northern Ireland 2022, we can see that it is more important than ever to provide help.

Today, Melissa, one of the amazing ambassadors, continues with 21 Thoughts on A Life Worth Living. She says that a life worth living for her is the joy of being with family and friends – that all important quality time.

So even if you’re unable to book for your group or workplace at the moment, please like and share this post to spread the word. This training is fully funded with the support of the PHA and our expert and knowledgeable facilitators will be ready and waiting to guide you through this life-saving training.

To register to attend one of our pre-scheduled su***de prevention training courses check out this form for next dates & to register here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1a_VINQGlRw-bjSWR4L3upwg2f4f or enquire about booking training for your workplace, group or community here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1eHqGNxNoSV6YtKKtEPxCSQg2f4f

If you or someone you know is in crisis today, contact The Samaritans for more help.

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27/09/2023

DAY 14 Make Life Worth Living – by Jim.

Don’t Care What Others Think...Be You

The Connections Link Life Su***de Prevention Training team work regularly with teachers and other education professionals, helping them to teach young people to express their worries and anxieties, talk about emotions and create an atmosphere of support in their school. The Northern Ireland Mental Health Report 2022 stated that 1 in 8 young people are experiencing emotional difficulties, and teachers support them with this regularly.

As a Connections Link Life Senior Ambassador, Jim works devotedly in all sorts of settings, from schools to businesses and community groups to help others support those in crisis who are struggling with suicidal thoughts. Jim continues the 21 thoughts on a Life Worth Living theme, sharing that for him, he doesn’t care what others think when he sings out loud – it makes him happy!

If you’re a teacher, educator or work in an educational setting, then you are welcome alongside other professionals to attend our Connections Link Life Su***de Prevention Training where you can learn in-depth about how to support anyone in your life that is in crisis.

To register to attend one of our pre-scheduled su***de prevention training courses check out this form for next dates & to register here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1a_VINQGlRw-bjSWR4L3upwg2f4f or enquire about booking training for your workplace, group or community here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1eHqGNxNoSV6YtKKtEPxCSQg2f4f

If you know a young person in crisis right now, contact Papyrus for more help; https://www.papyrus-uk.org/

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27/09/2023

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25/09/2023

DAY 13 Make Life Worth Living – by Imelda.

Hear The Music, Feel the Love

If you’ve been following the Link21Life Campaign, you’ll know that we believe fully and passionately in seeking out a life worth living. This approach isn’t just about surviving su***de, but pursuing the dreams and values that we all deserve to have. The expert ambassadors that deliver this training have been sharing their 21 thoughts on what makes a life worth living, and Imelda shares that laughter, music and dancing give life value.

Those who sign up to our Su***de Prevention Training will learn not only the causes of mental distress and suicidal thoughts but also how to support those in crisis in how to manage these difficult emotions.

To register to attend one of our pre-scheduled su***de prevention training courses check out this form for next dates & to register here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1a_VINQGlRw-bjSWR4L3upwg2f4f or enquire about booking training for your workplace, group or community here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1eHqGNxNoSV6YtKKtEPxCSQg2f4f

If you need help today, contact Lifeline for more urgent help; https://www.lifelinehelpline.info/

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24/09/2023

DAY 12 Make Life Worth Living – by Lisa.

Imagination Is Life

When you attend the Connections Link Life Su***de Prevention Training, you will be informed and immersed in a wide range of approaches to support anyone in your family, community or workplace who is struggling with thoughts of su***de. The Link21Life Campaign embodies this ethos, and its ambassadors have been sharing with us their 21 thoughts on what Makes A Life Worth Living, because 21% of our society are presenting with mental health concerns according to the Mental Health Report 2022 for Northern Ireland.

Our latest Link21Life instalment is from Lisa, who says that reading is one of the reasons that life matters to her. The idea of using imagination and escaping into a good book is a rich form of self-care, and we can learn so much about ourselves from reading.

You will leave Lisa’s sessions with a sense of confidence and understanding of the causes of poor mental health, which lead to emotional distress and su***de.

To register to attend one of our pre-scheduled su***de prevention training courses check out this form for next dates & to register here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1a_VINQGlRw-bjSWR4L3upwg2f4f or enquire about booking training for your workplace, group or community here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1eHqGNxNoSV6YtKKtEPxCSQg2f4f

If you need help today, contact Lifeline for more urgent help; https://www.lifelinehelpline.info/

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23/09/2023

DAY 11 Make Life Worth Living – by Eilish

Angel Number 21

Did you know that the number 21 has a powerful spiritual meaning? The number 21 is a powerful angel number that represents passion, enthusiasm, and hard work. The Fresh Minds Education earth angels (aka the Connections Link Life Ambassadors) are sharing 21 thoughts on what makes a life worth living. Today is our Senior Ambassador & Facilitator, Eilish’s turn, and she finds spiritual solace in having good boundaries, her family and friends and of course, that all important morning coffee!

These knowledgeable and passionate Senior Ambassadors always work to the utmost of their ability to deliver high quality, useful and meaningful training to support those working with those in crisis or with suicidal ideation.

To register to attend one of our pre-scheduled su***de prevention training courses check out this form for next dates & to register here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1a_VINQGlRw-bjSWR4L3upwg2f4f or enquire about booking training for your workplace, group or community here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1eHqGNxNoSV6YtKKtEPxCSQg2f4f

If you need help today, contact Lifeline for more urgent help; https://www.lifelinehelpline.info/

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22/09/2023

Looking forward to Co facilitating this connections link life programme with my wonderful friend and colleague Eilish Craig, thanks for hosting The Little Gym & Fiddlers inn crumlin see you soon 💕

We are absolutely delighted to be hosting this event alongside our friends Fiddlers inn crumlin

We have 15 spaces left for this - let us know if you want a spot it’s funded and all completely free

Spreading awareness

Gaining knowledge

Improving resilience

Breaking the stigma

Thursday the 5 th October 6 pm to 930 pm

Thank you Diamond Cognitive Therapy for putting us forward for this truly appreciative

20/09/2023

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DAY 9 Make Life Worth Living – by Bridie.

The Meaning of Life

The word ‘life’ has its roots in the Germanic language - the word meant ‘body’ and ‘to live’.

But what does it mean today? We know how to use it in a sentence, but it is a vast and complex subject, all represented by this tiny little word. Every day, people are struggling with their mental health, their grief and their overall emotional state, and it is a reminder to us how important it is to value life and to know what we live for.

We’ve been asking the Connections Link Life Ambassadors what they think makes life worth living. Today we hear from Bridie who is a fan of the outdoors and is passionate about the value it brings to her life.

The value of life, of being here, of knowing how valuable your existence is to yourself and others, is demonstrated in our Connections Link21Life Su***de Prevention Training.

To register to attend one of our pre-scheduled su***de prevention training courses check out this form for next dates & to register here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1eHqGNxNoSV6YtKKtEPxCSQg2f4f or enquire about booking training for your workplace, group or community here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1eHqGNxNoSV6YtKKtEPxCSQg2f4f

If you need urgent help due to a crisis, you can contact Shout Mental Health Messaging Service; https://giveusashout.org/

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18/09/2023

DAY 8 Make Life Worth Living – by John.

Finding Your Purpose

This modern, fast paced and pressured world can be a tough place. If you lose your purpose, if your happiness dissolves, it can be almost impossible to know what you need to find again to make your life worth living.

The Connections Link Life Training has launched the Link21Life Campaign; asking our talented and experienced ambassadors what they feel makes a life worth living. They work hard every day to provide the public with the tools and resources needed to support someone through suicidal ideation. They know their purpose and they are inspiring others every day to find theirs.

John, one of our Link Life Ambassadors, says that for him, it’s a visit to his place of spirituality – Old Trafford. What’s your place of spirituality? Remember it on those tough days – it will get you through.

To register to attend one of our pre-scheduled su***de prevention training courses check out this form for next dates & to register here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1eHqGNxNoSV6YtKKtEPxCSQg2f4 to enquire about booking training for your workplace, group or community here; https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1eHqGNxNoSV6YtKKtEPxCSQg2f4f

If you need urgent help due to a crisis, you can contact Shout Mental Health Messaging Service; https://giveusashout.org/

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