International Stress Awareness Week
Taking Time to Care for Your Mind and Wellbeing
International Stress Awareness Week provides an important opportunity to pause and reflect on the impact stress can have on our everyday lives. The week encourages individuals and workplaces to take proactive steps in supporting emotional health, both at work and at home.

Self-Care: Taking Time to Rebalance
At Sussex Premier Health, we recognise that stress is a natural part of life, but when left unmanaged, it can affect not only your mental wellbeing but also your physical health. That’s why this week serves as a reminder of the importance of taking care of yourself and developing healthy coping strategies.
Making self-care a priority is one of the most effective ways to reduce stress. Simple practices such as mindfulness, meditation, regular exercise or just a bit of home pampering including, relaxing skincare routines, baths and face packs can help you slow down, refocus, and restore balance to your day. Even taking a few moments to breathe deeply, spend time outdoors, or disconnect from digital devices can make a meaningful difference to how you feel.
Remember, self-care is not a luxury, but a necessity. By taking time to nurture your mind and body, you strengthen your resilience and improve your ability to manage life’s daily pressures.
Educate Yourself: Understanding and Managing Stress
Knowledge is a powerful tool in managing stress effectively. Learning about the causes and effects of stress can help you identify your personal triggers and adopt strategies that work best for you. Techniques such as time management, positive thinking, and seeking support from professionals or trusted friends can all contribute to long-term wellbeing.
At Sussex Premier Health, our expert clinicians and therapists are here to support you in taking proactive steps towards better mental health. Whether you’re seeking advice, assessment, or tailored treatment, our team is committed to helping you feel your best, both physically and emotionally.
A Moment to Prioritise You
This International Stress Awareness Week, take a moment to reflect, recharge, and reach out if you need support. Small changes can make a big difference and prioritising your mental wellbeing today can lead to a healthier, happier tomorrow.
Useful Organisations
Anxiety UK
A user-led charity supporting people experiencing anxiety, stress or anxiety-based depression. They provide a helpline and text support and self-help resources
Website: anxietyuk.org.uk
Samaritans
A charitable organisation offering emotional support to anyone in distress, struggling to cope or at risk of suicide throughout the UK and Ireland.
Website: samaritans.org
Mental Health Foundation
Works to help everyone live mentally healthy lives, offering research, resources and tools to support mental well-being, including stress awareness and prevention.
Website: mentalhealth.org.uk
ISMA (UK) – the International Stress Awareness Week organisers
The International Stress Management Association (UK) is the UK’s leading professional body for stress management and the creator of Stress Awareness Week. They provide resources on identifying stress, managing it in the workplace, and more.
Website: isma.org.uk
Trauma Research UK
A charity providing guidance, lived-experience insight and tools around issues such as stress, burnout and trauma.
Website: traumaresearchuk.org
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