It’s time for action. It starts today.
Welcome to #BrightYoungDreams, a campaign from Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill, Dan Walker, Jon Richardson, and Lucy Beaumont to help tackle the children’s mental health crisis.
Started in Sheffield. Shared with the World.
BrightYoungDreams.com
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We stand with you, Millie Bobby Brown. No young person should ever be subject to abuse for simply existing.
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“We always talk about supporting and uplifting young women, but when the time comes, it seems easier to tear them down for clicks. Disillusioned people can’t handle seeing a girl become a woman on her terms, not theirs. I refuse to apologize for growing up. I refuse to make myself smaller to fit the unrealistic expectations of people who can’t handle seeing a girl become a woman. I will not be shamed for how I look, how I dress, or how I present myself.
“Let’s do better. Not just for me, but for every young girl who deserves to grow up without fear of being torn apart for simply existing.”
Today we share a very Happy Birthday to our wonderful founder, @J_Ennis ! 🎉
Thank you for everything you do and for your unwavering passion in the fight to improve the mental health of children around the world.
Here's to many more years of making a difference! 🎂✨
Half of all mental health struggles begin just by age 14. 🧠 We must prioritise children's mental health, ensuring they get the care and support they need to feel valued, heard, and respected.
*Lifetime Prevalence and Age-of-Onset Distributions of DSM-IV Disorders in the National Comorbidity Survey Replication. Archives of General Psychiatry, 62 (6) pp. 593-602. doi:10.1001/archpsyc.62.6.593;
Join us at Student Minds and@umhanuk on #unimentalhealthday and become part of the movement of people raising awareness and supporting change for the future of student mental health. Together we can work to ensure that no student is held back by their mental health. 🧡
Setting New Year's #resolutions? Read our latest blog to help keep them mentally healthy: bit.ly/3PvuetL
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ALT Graphic with text: Title: Tips for making mentally healthy resolutions. 1/ Make positive resolutions. For example, “eat healthier”, instead of, “stop eating sweets”. 2/ Make your resolutions flexible.
For example, “read or listen to books more”, instead of, “read 2 books a month. 3/ Make resolutions with self-kindness.
However your resolutions go, try to treat
yourself kindly. 4/ Re-frame not meeting your goals. Try to be open to making mistakes and learning from them.
ALT Graphic with text: Ideas for mentally healthy resolutions: 1/ Try something new 2/ Get closer to nature 3/ Move your body regularly 4/ Plan things to look forward to 5/ Be kind
As we start a new school term, let’s take a moment to reflect on the mental health challenges many children face today. 🧠💙
In a class of 30, FIVE children are likely struggling with mental health issues. You can make a difference. 🙌
Visit brightyoungdreams.com today!🌟
We're wishing all of our supporters a very happy new year!
Last year, our supporters raced through mud, boarded dragon boats and descended buildings, all to help change lives at Sheffield Children's.
If you'd like to be a part of it, join us in 2025: tchc.org.uk/events
January doesn’t have to be something to dread – we’re here to change the conversation and encourage you to say ‘no’ to January dieting rhetoric. Instead, make a positive resolution for yourself! What are your plans for 2025?
#NewYearsResolutions#January
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ALT A graphic reads "Jon Richardson and Friends Comedy Night in support of Bright Young Dreams" a banner in the top right corner reads "Takes London" and a yellow banner at the bottom of the page reads "TCHC.ORG.UK/COMEDYNIGHTLONDON". Comedian Jon Richardson is pictured large in the centre of the image, with small images of comedians Angela Barnes, Josh Widdicombe, Chantel Nash, Joanne McNally, Jamie MacDonald, and Joel Dommett beneath him. Each comedian's name is listed beneath their image.
We all know, the holiday season can get a bit overwhelming, and that's okay! 💙✨
This is your official reminder: do not feel guilty for saying no, taking time for yourself, and prioritising your well-being.
You come first this Christmas! 🌟🎄
The holiday season isn't the easiest for everyone. We are sending everyone who comes into contact with this post love, strength, compassion, and empathy.
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🎉Huge congratulations to BYD ambassador @mrdanwalker on being named the new President of the Television and Radio Industries Club!👏
At a star-studded event, Dan reaffirmed his commitment to BYD, highlighting the importance of transforming children’s mental health services.💙