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Connecting is about talking and listening and being there for others.
Positive connections with others can increase our happiness and feelings of self-worth – not just for us but for the person we connect with too!
Spend time with family and friends daily
Spend time with family and friends daily
If you can’t talk face to face with somebody (who doesn’t live with you) get in touch in other ways.
Using video technology such as FaceTime, WhatsApp Video, Skype, Zoom, etc is a great way to have a conversation. If fact, studies show that we have higher levels of happiness if we see somebody – eye contact and body language all help!
Remember, be kind!
Remember, be kind!
You don’t know what other people might be going through during these difficult times so – be patient, understanding and considerate.
If you’re finding managing friendships tricky during this time you can find a student workbook to help here.
Stay Safe!
Stay Safe!
We’re all spending more time online at the moment. Information about the different types of technology and advice for parents and students on how to stay safe online during lockdown can be found here.
Further information can be found for parents at https://www.net-aware.org.uk/ or https://www.internetmatters.org/) and for students at https://www.thinkuknow.co.uk/)
Quick Tips to making a connection
Quick Tips to making a connection
Text, phone or video chat a friend you haven’t spoken to in a week - just to say “hi”
Give somebody in your house a hug
Get in touch with a grandparent and ask about their day
Join a safe and fun social media challenge like TikTok #safehands
Text somebody a joke (keep it clean!
Message your form tutor to say “hi”
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