Food for thought — ‘Who am I?’
By a Harmless team member Who am I? I am sure everyone asks themselves this question from time to time. It is extremely difficult to navigate our lives these days — there are so many expectations, hopes, fears or difficulties. No one is exempt from them. We try our best to overcome these struggles and […]
Change is Always Possible: Utilising Neuroplasticity for Desired Change
By Tim Wildbore (Self Harm Therapist) When you or someone you love has been struggling for a long time, change can feel impossible. Despite all efforts to seek support, take medication and try various wellness techniques, when those dark feelings remain or become worse, all hope of a brighter tomorrow can disappear. It is understandable […]
Why an Online Conference?
By Ash Botes (E-Learning Operations Manager / Instructional Designer) Harmless is thrilled about our line-up of speakers at this September’s online Suicide Bereavement Conference. This is not the first conference Harmless has hosted online, but some people have asked why we decided to go virtual again this year. Allow me to explain the many benefits […]
Thoughts on Father’s Day
By Rachel Biddle (Harmless Clinical Support Worker) Father’s Day is on Sunday 18th June this year and it is not a joy-filled occasion for everyone. The day can bring up painful emotions for anyone who has lost a Dad, has a turbulent relationship with their Dad or struggles with any other issue related to fatherhood. […]
Thank you, Comic Relief!
Dear Comic Relief, Comic Relief’s Red Nose Day 2023 has been a beacon of hope for organisations such as Harmless and The Tomorrow Project over the last 25 years and have been contributing to our work directly for the last decade. During times of economic upheaval, suicide and self-harm rates can increase significantly, making it […]
Human Stories Art Project – get involved & tell your story
Caroline Harroe is a digital artist and clinician who is renowned for her work in mental health. She has a unique perspective on the world, which is evident in her eclectic style of art. Caroline’s focus is on women, humility, human experience, and story telling. Her work tells the stories of real people, and she […]
Equality in Mental Health Care
By Caroline Harroe, Harmless CEO International Women’s Day celebrates the achievements of women throughout history and across the world, but it also serves as a reminder that there is still progress to be made. Stigmatising women has been an issue for centuries, with mental health being particularly targeted. This can take many forms, including labels […]
International Women’s Day
By Harmless CEO, Caroline Harroe At Harmless, we try to take every day as an opportunity to embrace equity and celebrate International Women’s Day. This year’s theme of “Embrace Equity” celebrates the immense contribution that women have made in paving the way for greater gender equality in many areas of society, including leadership roles. We […]
Self-harm isn’t the end of the road
Written by Harmless CEO, Caroline Harroe. Introduction Self-harm is a difficult and complex issue that can have devastating consequences. It’s important to remember, however, that self-harm isn’t the end of the road. In this article we will explore how individuals who are struggling with self-harm can find help and support in order to move forward […]
JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT HARMLESS
USE YOUR SKILLS TO HELP US SAVE LIVESHarmless – the centre of excellence for self harm and suicide prevention – is now recruiting for numerous roles. Why not join us and help to make a difference. Excellent staff benefits include: generous annual leave, flexible working, employer pension, outstanding CPD opportunities. CURRENT VACANCIES(Click for job description […]