Guidebook Outlines 12 Practical Methods for Boosting Mental Wellness
Patrick Regan, a mental health advocate and founder of the XLP youth charity, has penned a new book titled "Brighter Days: 12 Steps to Strengthening Your Wellbeing." The book, endorsed by Terry Waite CBE and psychiatrist Dr Chi Chi Obuaya, offers practical tips for managing thoughts and emotions associated with anxiety, depression, and other mental health difficulties.
"Brighter Days" is a culmination of Regan's personal journey of recovery from mental health issues. His experiences have made him a trusted guide and source of support for those struggling with mental difficulties.
The book outlines twelve practical steps for hope during challenging times for mental health. Regan draws inspiration from successful community ventures like the twelve-step program and Park Run, creating a similar atmosphere of support.
One such tip is "taking a thought to court," which involves critically examining negative thoughts for fact or opinion. The book also encourages challenging intense shame with gentleness and acceptance.
"Brighter Days" offers a message of hope for those struggling with mental illness. It provides practical exercises for improving mental health issues such as depression, shame, anger, perfectionism, relationship issues, and grief and loss.
Regan's work has been recognised by the royal family, with pictures of him with Prince William and Kate Middleton appearing in glossy magazines. His charity, XLP, has been featured on major news channels.
The book aims to restore community support for mental well-being, which has been lost in an individualistic culture. Regan hopes to restore basic knowledge of self-care and mental well-being to people and communities who have lost hope due to a broken mental health system.
While specific details about the 12-step programme in "Brighter Days" are not available at this time, the book is recommended by GPs, psychiatrists, and psychologists. It is a must-read for anyone seeking practical, accessible guidance on mental well-being.
- The 12-step program, one of Regan's sources of inspiration, and the self-care practices suggested in "Brighter Days" are valuable components in maintaining one's mental health and well-being.
- The science of mental health is increasingly recognizing the significance of self-care and therapy in promoting mental health stability, as demonstrated by Patrick Regan's practical tips in "Brighter Days."
- Patrick Regan's book, "Brighter Days," advocates for a return to community-based self-care and wellness initiatives in a culture often characterized by individualism, with a focus on addressing theissue of lost hope in a broken mental health system.
