I have really enjoyed attending the group and have had some real 'lightbulb moments'. I recognise that this is all part of a journey and look forward to spending time reviewing and reflecting on the content, hopefully putting into place some more useful strategies and being kinder to myself.
-Wellbeing Group Participant
The Kintsugi Hope Wellbeing Group has helped me navigate a dark and difficult time in my life, and it has been wonderful to be part of such a kind community of other people who understand. I learned a lot about the importance of self-care, managing our 'stress bucket', as well as the science behind why our brains react in certain ways, and what we can do about it. Altogether I thought it was a really helpful and thought-provoking course.
-Wellbeing Group Participant
It is like the broken vase. I feel like I have been able to glue pieces back on that I have not been aware of. I feel like I am adding that gold paint to the little cracks… it is ok to have those cracks, I am facing those cracks, and I am comfortable with them. I felt broken when I first started the group and now, I feel like a beautiful vase with the gold paint around it.
-Wellbeing Group Participant
"Leading a Kintsugi Hope group within my church has been both a privilege and an adventure. The online Kintsugi Hope platform makes it easier to prepare for each topic and knowing there was extra support available helped build my confidence. During some of the sessions, sharing my own experiences helped build rapport and at times offered hope. All our delegates engaged well with the topics and said they gained new tools to help them navigate their lives better. Now, I am even more passionate about the value of providing Kintsugi Hope within both my church and local community settings. It is so important that Christians are relevant and real about mental health issues and offer genuine love, hope, and safe spaces to those around us."
- Wellbeing Group Leader
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