The Language of Silence: A Short Reflection on Looking Within
Ahead of Self Harm Awareness Day on 1st March, Harmless therapist Alicja Zwiercan reflects on the power of looking within. Our busy, contemporary society prioritises apparency and looking outside of ourselves. It enjoys high speed and leaves us with ever-changing images of days that pass quickly and vanish in the sea of endless imposed or […]
Self Harm and Eating Disorders
As we approach Self Harm Awareness Day 2025 on Saturday 1st March, our colleague Alice Robbins looks at the connection between self harm and eating disorders. NICE defines self harm as ‘an intentional act of self-poisoning or self-injury, irrespective of the motivation or apparent purpose of the act, and is an expression of emotional distress.’1 […]
Harmless: Championing HR Leadership in Suicide Prevention
We are incredibly excited to share that our HR Lead, Darren Fox, has been shortlisted for the Most Inspiring HR Leader of the Year award at the Great British Workplace Wellbeing Awards 2025. This is a remarkable accomplishment, particularly for a small third sector organisation like Harmless, that works in the challenging field of suicide […]
Stigma and Taboo: Unnecessary Obstacles to Recovery
In our latest blog for Self Harm Awareness Day on Saturday 1st March, our colleague Danny Charters (Therapist) looks at how Harmless tries to break the stigma that often surrounds self harm. An important element of Harmless, on both the individual level and as part of our wider political context, is our capacity and determination […]
Self Harm is Not Just a ‘You’ Problem
In the first of a series of blogs in the run-up to this year’s Self Harm Awareness Day on Saturday 1st March, our colleague Dylan Thomas (Therapist) looks at how self harm is a burden we all share. Many people, unfortunately, feel alone when they are in emotional pain, and many people report that it […]
Gambling & Suicide: A Deadly Cocktail
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) Ever had that sinking feeling when you’ve lost a bet? Now imagine that feeling multiplied by a thousand, with a mountain of debt and a life spiraling out of control. That’s the grim reality for many struggling with gambling addiction, and it’s a dangerous path that can lead to tragic […]
Strength in Unity: Collaborating for Suicide Prevention with the NSPA
By Caroline Harroe In the face of rising suicide rates and shrinking resources, collaboration is more vital than ever. That’s why we’re thrilled to welcome Rosie Ellis from the National Suicide Prevention Alliance (NSPA) to the Harm to Hope conference. The NSPA is a crucial force in the fight against suicide, bringing together over 1,000 […]
Reflecting On My Childhood: Children’s Mental Health Week
By Božana Lončarević (Training & Education Officer) This week, we observe Children’s Mental Health Week and its theme Know Yourself, Grow Yourself. This initiative – launched by children’s mental health charity Place2Be – aims to give a voice to all children and young people across the UK. This year’s theme caused me to reflect on […]
Beyond Burnout: Reimagining Workforce Welfare in Mental Health
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) We know that working on the frontline of mental health can be incredibly rewarding, but also deeply challenging. At Harmless, we’re passionate about supporting the wellbeing of those who dedicate their lives to supporting others. Join us at the Harm to Hope conference for a crucial conversation about workforce welfare […]
Navigating the Storm: Suicide Prevention in a Changing Landscape
By Caroline Harroe (Harmless CEO) The latest ONS figures paint a stark picture: suicide rates in England have risen for the first time since 2007, reaching their highest point since 1999. This troubling trend comes at a time of significant change and uncertainty, with a new government, funding cuts, and increasing pressure on mental health […]