Upbeat Lincoln

18/12/2025

Thank you, and goodbye 🧡

I’ve been part of — and running — Upbeat for over six years. In that time it has been an absolute privilege to support people in our community navigating the complexity and pain that can come with living with a personality disorder. Upbeat has meant more to me than I can properly put into words, and writing this is emotional.

The truth is, the last 18 months have been incredibly challenging for me personally. After a lot of thought, honesty with myself, and some difficult conversations, I’ve come to the decision that it’s time for me to step back and hand Upbeat over to new management.

I no longer have the time or capacity to give the group what it deserves, and continuing as I have been wouldn’t be fair — to the group or to myself.

I want to sincerely apologise to anyone who has tried to reach out recently or noticed that things haven’t been running as they usually do. I know that’s been felt. The only reason Upbeat has been able to keep going at all is because of the incredible work and dedication of the two other managers I’ve worked alongside — I am deeply grateful to them.

I’ve tried my hardest to keep everything going: sessions, attendance, the page, funding, the behind-the-scenes work. But I’ve reached the point where I need to acknowledge my limits.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of my Upbeat journey — managers, members, and people in the wider community. It has genuinely been an honour.

For now, I will remain involved in a quiet, back-seat capacity during the transition to new management, but for now please understand that Upbeat cannot guarantee that messages will be read or replied to, or that management will be present at sessions.

Signing off for the final time with love, Alex

Please watch this space in the new year for further updates ⭐

03/12/2025

BPD emotional hangovers are brutal in a way that’s hard to explain. Today my head is pounding, my whole body aches, my eyes are sore, and my jaw is locked from carrying tension. The storm of emotions has passed, but what’s left is this strange mix of guilt, sadness and a huge, heavy emptiness. It’s like feeling everything and nothing at the same time. I’m exhausted, worn out, and just trying to be gentle with myself while I try to piece myself back together again.

12/11/2025

31/10/2025

🌟 We’re looking for new leadership for Upbeat Lincoln! 🌟

After six wonderful years of running Upbeat — our community mental health peer support group in Lincoln — we’re looking for someone new to take the reins.

Upbeat has grown into a supportive space for members who meet weekly to talk openly about mental health and wellbeing. The group also has an active WhatsApp community, website, and Facebook/Instagram pages.

There’s existing National Lottery funding in place to support running costs, community events, and materials — so you’ll be taking on a well-established and funded project ready to keep making a difference.

If you’re passionate about mental health, peer support, and community wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you. 💬

Find out more about Upbeat:
🌐 upbeat-lincoln.webnode.page
📘upbeatlincoln@gmail.com

If this sounds like the right fit for you, get in touch to learn more or arrange a chat. 💙

24/10/2025

23/10/2025

No management this week. Thanks

13/10/2025

🎢 Feeling dizzy or lightheaded is a very common but unsettling symptom of anxiety.

When you’re anxious, your breathing often becomes shallow and quick. This can change oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in your blood, leaving you feeling faint, off-balance, or like the room is spinning.

😟 It can also be made worse by muscle tension in the neck and shoulders, which affects blood flow.

🌿 Grounding techniques — like focusing on your feet touching the floor — can sometimes help bring your balance back.

⚠️ Disclaimer: If dizziness appears suddenly, happens regularly, or feels severe, always seek advice from your GP.

09/10/2025

📢✨ Upbeat is in session today! ✨📢

📚 Lark Books between 4pm – 6pm

💡 Please note: we’re currently going through a transition period, so management members may not always be in attendance at sessions. But the space is still open, welcoming, and here for you 💜

We’d love to see you there! 🌟

06/10/2025

🤕 Tension headaches and migraines are common side effects of ongoing stress and anxiety.

😖 Clenching your jaw, holding muscle tension, dehydration, and poor sleep all play a role in making anxiety-related headaches worse.

🌿 Looking after your body with rest, hydration, relaxation techniques, and movement can sometimes help reduce them.

💡 Remember: your mind and body are deeply connected — when one feels stressed, the other often shows it.

⚠️ Disclaimer: If you develop new, severe, or unusual headaches, always seek advice from your GP.

02/10/2025

Due to the book fair at Lark Books - Upbeat will be meeting elsewhere today. Message for details

29/09/2025

😂😂 👻

29/09/2025

❄️ Ever notice your hands or feet get freezing cold when you’re stressed?

Anxiety can restrict blood flow to your extremities, redirecting it to your core organs instead. This can leave fingers and toes icy, even in a warm room.

🧤 It’s another way your body prepares for “fight or flight” — but it can be uncomfortable or confusing.

⚠️ Disclaimer: If you regularly have poor circulation or sudden changes in temperature, check in with your GP.