
Caring for your emotional wellbeing
An introductory session with Diane Aronson
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Discover more about taking care of your emotional wellbeing with Diane Aronson
An introductory session with Diane Aronson
Watch the videoComing to terms with living with a long term condition
Watch the videoLooking after your wellbeing
Read moreAn introduction to health and wellbeing coaching with Deimante Sidlauskaite
Health and Wellbeing Coach, Dems Sidlauskaite, explains what health and wellbeing coaching is and how it can be beneficial
Watch the videoVisit the website to learn more about Dems and health and wellbeing coaching
Visit the websiteDownload Dems' free health and wellbeing coaching guide to work through some activities
Download the guideAli Potter, Health & Mindset Coach and Osteopath, leads a relaxation session
Watch Ali's session to be guided through breathing techniques, gentle stretches and a short meditation
Watch the videoVisit Ali's website for more information and tips
Visit the websiteWatch more informative videos on our Emotional Wellbeing YouTube playlist
Watch the playlistA session with Anxiety UK’s Dave Smithson on dealing with anxiety
Dave Smithson, Director of Operations at Anxiety UK, shares his top advice for managing anxiety
Watch the videoFor advice, support and Helpline information, visit the Anxiety UK website
Visit the websiteVisit our page dedicated to helping you deal with anxiety, including further resources and links
Visit the pageThis session explored hypnotherapy and relaxation techniques as a tool to manage pain
In this live session, Lara explains how hypnotherapy and relaxation techniques can be a helpful addition to your pain management toolkit then leads a light hypnosis taster session
Watch the videoIn this live session, Lara guides you through relaxation and grounding techniques that are helpful when you're feeling anxious or overwhelmed
Watch the videoVisit Lara's website for more information
Visit the websiteDifferent ways to look after your mental health and emotional wellbeing
Zoë Clark shares her tips
Watch the videoRead our AS News article for practical tips on helping your mindset
Read the articleLearn more about managing depression and anxiety with axial SpA in a video developed by the rheumatology team at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, as part of the NASS Aspiring to Excellence Programme
Watch the videoAn introduction to Mindfulness with Sophie Matthew
Sophie Matthew, NASS member talks about how she uses Mindfulness
Watch the videoSophie shares more Mindfulness techniques which can be used as part of axial SpA management
Watch the videoRead more about how Mindfulness can help in life
Read moreMindful movement sessions to help your axial SpA and general wellbeing
Physiotherapist, Susi, leads us through a therapeutic Tai Chi session and explains what Tai Chi is and how it is beneficial for people with axial SpA
Watch the videoIt’s a good idea to learn the basics of Tai Chi from an instructor to make sure your style is correct, effective and won’t cause injury.
Visit the websiteIan Young is a Somatic Movement teacher who has had AS since he was 13 years old. In this session, Ian guides you in a gentle Somatics sessio
Watch the videoZoë's simple self care tips
Zoë shares her simple self care tips for looking after your health and wellbeing, as well as managing your axial SpA
Watch the videoRead Zoë's blog with all her advice
Read the blogFind out more about our Helpline and other ways to get support
More informationLearn how life coaching can help you make changes in your life and manage your axial SpA with Dr Julie Vallortigara (PhD)
Try Julie’s life coaching taster session focusing on one aspect of your health
Watch the videoRead Julie’s blog on ASone about coaching for axial SpA
Read the blogVisit Julie’s website to learn more about life coaching
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