Community and Mental Health – Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 | Heads Above The Waves
Feeling isolated? Like no one gets what you’re going through? In this video, we explore why community is essential for your mental health — and how to find connection, even when it feels hard.
💬 We’ll talk about:
• Why humans are wired for connection
• How isolation can impact your mental health
• Practical ways to build a sense of belonging
• What real community looks like (spoiler: it’s not just group hugs and campfires)
This one’s for anyone who’s ever felt like they don’t quite fit in. You’re not alone — and your people are out there.
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📚 Mentioned in this video:
• Mental Health Foundation (UK) – https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/
• Belongingness Hypothesis (Baumeister & Leary, 1995)
• Studies on pro-social behaviour & wellbeing: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5508938/
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How has community helped you through tough times? Or where have you found your people? Let us know below – we read every single one.
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