25th – 31st May
Get Outside and Notice the Beauty in Nature
On Positive News, the forestry Commission has developed self-led woodland wellbeing trails to encourage people to slow down and engage with nature.
The idea is to pause, notice and reflect on your relationship with nature.
Another way to notice the beauty in nature is to use all your senses:
See – the colours and the beauty
Hear – bird song or the sound of a gentle breeze
Smell – the flowers or freshly cut grass
Touch – tree bark or cool stream water
Taste – unless you are an expert on what is safe to eat, then maybe just enjoying a homemade picnic with a friend
18th – 24th May
Dementia Awareness Week
Led by the Alzheimer’s Society, this year’s campaign focuses on encouraging early diagnosis and reducing the stigma around dementia.
Encouraging diagnosis – Early diagnosis can improve access to treatments, support networks and future planning.
Removing stigma – Raising awareness helps people understand that those living with dementia can still live meaningful, fulfilling lives with the right support.
The Lancet Commission on Dementia Prevention, Intervention and Care reviewed the latest research and identified 14 modifiable dementia risk factors, including two newly added this year: uncorrected vision loss and high cholesterol. Together, these factors may account for up to 45% of dementia cases worldwide.
This means there is real potential to reduce dementia risk before it begins.
11th – 17th May
Mental Health Awareness Week
The Mental Health Foundation hosts an annual UK-wide Mental Health Awareness Week. The charity focused on preventing mental health problems and promoting positive mental wellbeing.
This year’s theme is ‘Action for Good Mental Health’.
Their website offers a range of useful resources, from quick wellbeing tips to long-term healthy habits and mental health support.
“Live the way you want to live, but don’t waste it.“
4th – 10th May
Look for People Doing Good
Sir David Attenborough turned 100 this week, marking more than seven decades of educating and inspiring us about our planet. One of his most powerful messages is simple: “Don’t waste things.” While he was referring to resources like energy, food and paper, the sentiment reaches further — don’t waste love, time or opportunity either.
A true pioneer in protecting the planet, Sir David has challenged generations to think differently about the role we each play, leaving an extraordinary positive impact on the world.
“Live the way you want to live, but don’t waste it.“
