A Recap on the Art as Therapy Discussion Held in Lagos by the Organisation 16/16

16/16 hosted a panel discussion between artists and mental health and wellbeing professionals in the quest to discern the positive mental health benefits of art therapy. These are some highlights. This was the first event in a series of workshops, exhibitions and creative interactions that will revolve around the issue of mental health, with a strong focus on the Nigerian situation. Panelists: Stacey Okparavero- visual, spoken word and performance artist whose works focus on release of emotions and feelings Aàdesokan- abstract artist whose works deal with how the mind is constantly evading itself Dr. Ulrike Schmueser- a highly experienced psychologist currently residing in Lagos, Nigeria Oyinda Fakeye- Founder, Sound Mind Africa, an organisation concerned with the distribution of information and advice relating to mental and emotional wellbeing in Nigeria. Gina Amama- host of ARISE 360 and the mediator of the panel A live painting session by both participating artists followed the panel discussion.

Time Management Can Reduce Stress and Anxiety

Date: 20th Nov- 4th Dec 2017 deadline for registration (19th Nov 2017)
Location: Online
Cost: Free

"Learning how to manage your time effectively will help you feel more relaxed and focussed" NHS UK


A loss of the sense of control has been significantly linked to issues such as stress, anxiety, OCD and eating disorders. Building healthy systems into your day such as time management skills can effectively reduce over commitment and over exertion.

Kairos Krunch are currently running a free online test group aim at busy professionals and entrepreneurs to get a hold of their time management in order to promote a sense of wellbeing and improve productivity across home and work life.

 To sign up click the link: Kairos Krunch Test Group Sign Up

ART THERAPY

Date: Sunday, November 19

Venue: MAINLAND, Lagos (To be revealed in invite)

Time: 1pm

Dress Code: Colourful & Comfortable

Art therapy is as effective as alternative forms of therapy such as mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy, fitness and more. 

As part of #SAVE - Creatives for Mental Health Awareness program, Project Get Naked (@projectgetnaked) & KUMA Nation are bringing a blend of Therapy, Art, Music, Food & Networking in a playful and colourful package of ART THERAPY including;  #SAVE x MAXIVIVE Activation Spot! 

To register to attend please use the sign up link: http://therapy.projectgetnaked.com/

#SAVE Mental Health Awareness & Project Get Naked 2017 is an initiative of LPM. Foundation, supported by A HAPOEL ROBI SHAPIRA HONOUR

Hip Hop Mantra

Hi guys,

We have been working on a new publication that will be available for purchase soon. To get your hands on the firsts few chapters, make sure to subscribe to our site and we will send you over a copy.

Hip Hop Mantra is an inspirational book built on affirmations we developed based on popular Hip Hop tracks.

To read more sign up here: HIP HOP MANTRA

World Mental Health Day 2017 Tackles Work Place Wellbeing

During our adult lives, a large proportion of our time is spent at work. Our experience in the workplace is one of the factors determining our overall wellbeing. Employers and managers who put in place workplace initiatives to promote mental health and to support employees who have mental disorders see gains not only in the health of their employees but also in their productivity at work. A negative working environment, on the other hand, may lead to physical and mental health problems, harmful use of substances or alcohol, absenteeism and lost productivity. (WHO Website)

Depression and anxiety disorders are common mental disorders that have an impact on our ability to work, and to work productively. 

Silence and the Sufferer

Silence and the Sufferer from Furaha Rooshie Asani on Vimeo.

"I came across this video some time last year and have been meaning to share it, I hope it touches the creatives out there, as it did me." Oyindamola Fakeye, Founder Sound Mind Africa You can read more on the video here: Silence & the Sufferer

Ndidi Group Therapy for Coping and Healing from Mental or Emotional Health Challenges

Date: Every Saturday

Time: 3-4pm

Location: 60 Moleye Street off Herbert Macaulay Way, Alagomeji, Yaba, Lagos, Nigeria

Group therapy is a shared therapeutic experience that involves the presence of a trained professional and others who are working through similar issues. This collaborative form of healing can focus on interpersonal relationships or on particular concerns shared by group members. There are numerous psychological and emotional issues that are treated in group therapy, ranging from addiction and abuse to anxiety and depression.

Sound Mind Africa Partner with Spa Pampering at Home to run Mindfulness and Meditation Class in Lagos

Date: 24th June 2017
Time: 6pm
Cost: N6000

Sound Mind Africa have partnered with Spa Pampering at Home to facilitate 'Silence' a Mindfulness and Meditation class which provides an introduction to building a personal practice. Covering guided meditation, self love, gratitude and mindfulness the course empowers each participant with the tools needed to meditate and lead are more mindful lifestyle.

For more information and to register call: +234 8177257790

May Edition of Umbrella Men's Mental Health Support Group This Sunday 28th May 2017

DATE: Sunday May 28th 2017
TIME: 2:00 PM
VENUE: Surulere (Full Address given following registration)
REGISTRATION: mhspa.projectgetnaked.com

Group therapy can give you insights and new perspective to what you're going through and can also provide you with solutions, tips and other supportive methods during conversations and listening to others share in a safe space.UMBRELLA (Men's only support group) provides a safe and private environment as well as atmosphere for you to unburden yourself and share without prejudice.  What you say in group therapy stays in group therapy — it's all confidential and we are a stickler for this rule.


Guidelines: 

• If you wish to bring a friend, sibling, colleague along, please have them register or register for them.
• This email is not for onward forwarding. It is directed at you.
• It is okay if you do not wish to share at your first attendance at UMBRELLA. Get comfortable, we are always here.
• UMBRELLA is a private support group. Everything shared during UMBRELLA sessions are highly confidential. 
• If you wish to have a one-on-one session after the support group, please indicate.
• Exact address will be conveyed in reminder email and texts.

MH-SPA (Mental health support for persons affected) is brought to you by @ProjectGetNaked in partnership with SheWritesWoman.org & Doctoora.com

Please ensure you read the full MH-SPA rules and guidelines on the sign up page - mhspa.projectgetnaked.com

Six Way's Exercise Can Boost Your Mental Well-Being

The mental health promoting benefits of exercise in this month's copy of Lost in Lagos (page 26-27).

Read the full article here: Lost in Lagos 

Safe Place Mental Health Support Group Hits Abuja!

The maiden edition of #SafePlace Abuja holds this Sunday 21st May, 2017with guest facilitator Samira Sanusi

"providing the ladies in Abuja a place they can talk without shame or fear of stigma. They never have to walk alone." Hauwa Ojeifor (founder She Writes Woman)

The Lagos event will take place simultaneously and will feature as guest facilitator pfschiatrist Dr Naya Ndupu.

Sign up link for both locations (Lagos & Abuja) is: www.SheWritesWoman.org/safe-place

End note: Exact address will be delivered to your inbox after registration. If you would like to attend with with a guest the will need to also be registered. We value confidentiality, Safe Place is indeed SAFE. She Writes Woman

Hope Visits Yaba Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital 29th April 2017

"The second edition of #HopeVisits was an overwhelming success. We took a risk and because of you, it paid off. We did not do the usual - show up, give food, drop clothes and be on our way. We did so much more. HOPE demands that we do so much more. This time, we the hope bearers stormed 'Yaba Left' with lots of fruits, drinks and food. We put smiles on the patients' faces as they watched The Wedding Party (just picture it). We actually sat down with them and had conversations about life, challenges and their message to the world. Because of you, we touched over 379 lives at Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Yaba with goody bags containing toilet paper, bathing and washing soap, sponge, deodorant, sanitary toilet, and so much more."

Hauwa Ojeifor

Self Massage & Meditation Techniques A WellnessTech Meet-Up at Social Media Week Lagos 1st March

Contrary to popular belief workplace wellness is an important thing for tech professionals to consider.  Repetitive motion syndrome, back ache, and eye strain are just some of the ways bad ergonomics can affect you or your team. And if your techies are in pain, they aren’t going to be working at peak performance. Given how sedentary a techie’s job is, taking a break every hour or so – if only to stretch and walk around the office – can help the body shake off the strain of being in the same position for so long.

Join us on March 1st 2017 from 4-5:30pm for Self Massage & Meditation Techniques: A WellnessTech Meet-Up where we will show you techniques to to go from stressed to Zen in 5 minutes! This is a free event though registration is required. Sign Up Here: smw/Welltech

Learn:

How to identify acupressure points for tension release

Self massage techniques for hand and head massage

Mindfulness for stress relief

Easy meditation for busy professionals

Who should attend this session?

Men and women working more than 50 hours a week

Safe Place February Edition

February 19th 2017

Another edition of Safe Place is here and this months discussion will focus on 'Love, Sex and Relationships' in relation to mental health.

Clinical Psychologist and Marriage Counsellor, Ganiyat Olokodana (a.k.a the love doctor) will be guest facilitating and for those who have listened to any of her talks, you'll understand why her presence at Safe Place will be so insightful and fun.


Issues around domestic violence, rape and abuse will also be touched on as we take a 360 look on interpersonal relationships.. 


Attendance is free but guests must sign up before hand. An email with location details will be sent upon confirmation of attendance: https://goo.gl/forms/L9X9rZKQREfVFEQs2 

The Power of Confidence by Dr Orison Marden

"Much of people are many times weaker in confidence than any other faculty. A large percentage of those who fail in life could have succeeded if this one quality had been properly trained and strengthened in their youth. Take a timid, shy, sensitive, shrinking individual and teach him to believe in himself. Teach him that he has great possibilities; that he can make himself a person who will stand for something in his community. Train him in self-faith until this quality becomes strong and robust, and it will not only increase his courage but strengthen all his other mental qualities as well." — Orison Marden

Dr. Orison Swett Marden was an American inspirational author who wrote about achieving success in life and founded SUCCESS magazine in 1897.

Introversion, Extraversion and their Surprising Relationships to Social Anxiety and Shyness

culled from: Truity.com

If you’re an Introvert, then chances are you’ve been called “shy” on more than one occasion. In fact, you may have referred to yourself as shy, to explain your reticence to attend parties or engage in casual conversations with coworkers or strangers.

While many Introverts can be classified as shy, the two concepts are not exactly the same. This is especially true if we’re talking about the more serious form of shyness known as social anxiety disorder (SAD).