Helping Young People Help Themselves
Helping Young People Help Themselves
No Limits
Southampton youth workers, Vicki and Tom talk to young people and professionals about important topics and issues affecting children and young people. Vicki and Tom are here to give you the tools and techniques for looking after your mental health and wellbeing, empowering you with the right information and advice to help you, help yourself.
Bullying awareness
In this episode, Vicki and Tom discuss bullying with Head of Services, Alice, as part of Anti-Bullying Awareness Week 🎙️Our guest talks about what it means to be bullied, how to recognise when you’re being bullied and ways of accessing support. Vicki and Tom also talk about managing negative thoughts in our self-care section and the importance of self-compassion.If you, or someone you know, would like to find out more about accessing support, get in touch with No Limits by:☎️ 02380 224 224📧 [email protected]💬 www.nolimitshelp.org.uk🚶‍♀️ 13 High Street, Southampton, SO14 2DFWe’ve put together a list of recommended websites for more advice on accessing support in your local area if you’re being bullied:Anti-bullying Alliance 👉 A group of organisations and individuals working together to stop bullying and create safer environments for children and young people.NSPCC 👉 A children’s charity helping to rebuild children’s lives, support families and prevent abuse. Think U Know 👉 An organisation helping to protect children online and offline.Young Minds 👉 A charity fighting for children and young people’s mental health.If you’re experiencing an emotional crisis in the UK, phone the Samaritans on 116 123. Hotlines in other countries can be found here.Follow No Limits on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn @nolimitshelp
Nov 15, 2021
39 min
Looking after your mental health
As part of World Mental Health Day, this month Vicki and Tom discuss mental health with Mental Health Lead, Tracey, and Children’s Counsellor, Sabrina 🎙️In this episode, our guests talk about what mental health is, what can affect your mental health, and how accessing support can help you to become more emotionally resilient. Vicki and Tom also open up a conversation about how to make positive changes in your life, including some practical advice and activities you can try to help lift your mood when you’re feeling down.Everything we discuss in this episode is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional medical advice. If you’re seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment, please consult a medical professional or healthcare advisor.  If you, or someone you know, would like to find out more about accessing support, get in touch with No Limits by:☎️ 02380 224 224📧 [email protected]💬 www.nolimitshelp.org.uk🚶‍♀️ 13 High Street, Southampton, SO14 2DFWe’ve put together a list of recommended websites for more mental health advice to help you access support:Young Minds 👉 A UK charity fighting for children and young people’s mental health.Mind 👉 Providing advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. Mental Health Foundation 👉 Support and research for good mental health.If you’re experiencing an emotional crisis in the UK, phone the Samaritans on 116 123. Hotlines in other countries can be found here.Follow No Limits on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn @nolimitshelp
Oct 9, 2021
50 min
Looking after your sexual health
To celebrate Sexual Health Awareness Week, this month Vicki and Tom discuss sexual health with youth workers Amy and Kayleigh 🎙️In this episode, this week’s guests talk about the importance of consent, STIs and how to keep safe, contraception and healthy relationships. Vicki and Tom also open up a conversation about what healthy relationships look like in their self-care section, and how you can identify what’s important in a relationship.Everything we discuss in this episode is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional medical advice. If you’re seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment, please consult a medical professional or healthcare advisor.  If you, or someone you know, would like to find out more about accessing support, get in touch with No Limits by:☎️ 02380 224 224📧 [email protected]💬 www.nolimitshelp.org.uk🚶‍♀️ 13 High Street, Southampton, SO14 2DFNo Limits also runs a free sexual health clinic where a specialist sexual health nurse offers sexual health advice as well as all forms of contraception, including; pills, injections and implants, screening for STIs, treatments for STIs, Condoms and Pregnancy testing.The sexual health clinic is open every Thursday from 12:30-4pm at our Advice Centre and is an appointment only clinic. Appointments can be made by phoning 02380224224, by emailing [email protected] or by speaking to a member of staff at the No Limits Advice Centre.We’ve put together a list of recommended websites for more sexual health advice to help you access support in your local area:NHS 👉 Advice and support for STI symptoms, where to get tested and how to have safe sex.Let’s Talk About It 👉 Information and support for LGBT communities and their allies.Brook 👉 Free and confidential sexual health and wellbeing support.For more information about the Gillick competency and Fraser guidelines, click here.For advice and support with healthy relationships, check out:NSPCC ChildlineIf you’re experiencing an emotional crisis in the UK, phone the Samaritans on 116 123. Hotlines in other countries can be found here.Follow No Limits on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn @nolimitshelp 
Sep 12, 2021
48 min
LGBTQ+ and Pride 🌈
To celebrate Southampton Pride, this month Vicki and Tom discuss all things LGBTQ+ with youth worker, Kestral 🎙️In this episode, this week's guest talks about what it means to be LGBTQ+, the importance of inclusivity and how we can show our support for the LGBTQ+ community 🏳️‍🌈Vicki and Tom also cover mindfulness in their self-care section, and how you can bring mindfulness into your everyday life 🧘If you, or someone you know, would like to find out more about accessing support, get in touch with No Limits by:☎️ 02380 224 224📧 [email protected]💬 www.nolimitshelp.org.uk🚶‍♀️ 13 High Street, Southampton, SO14 2DFRecommended LGBTQ+ UK organisations:Stonewall 👉 Information and support for LGBT communities and their allies.Gendered Intelligence 👉 An organisation that works to increase understand of gender diversity and improve the lives of trans people.Mermaids 👉 Advice and support for gender-diverse children, young people and their families. Chrysalis👉 Support for transgender and questioning people, their families and close friends.For advice and support with mindfulness, check out:The No Limits Wellness Journal 👉 a journal that includes a selection of mindfulness techniques, coping mechanisms and practical lists that will help guide you through your thoughts and feelings.NHS Mindfulness top tips👉 information and top tips on how to be more mindful by the NHS.If you’re experiencing an emotional crisis in the UK, phone the Samaritans on 116 123. Hotlines in other countries can be found here.Follow No Limits on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn @nolimitshelp
Aug 8, 2021
53 min
Your Future
To celebrate World Youth Skills Day (15th July), Vicki and Tom talk about young people’s futures with youth worker, Luke 🎙️The theme for World Youth Skills Day is ‘Celebrating the resilience and creativity of young people through the crisis’, and this weeks’ guest talks about the importance of equipping young people with the confidence and skills to take their next steps, the barriers young people might face and just how valuable it can be to reach out for help and support.Vicky and Tom also cover the importance of sleep in their self-care section, where they share some top tips you can use to help improve your sleep 💤If you, or someone you know, would like to find out more about accessing support with your future, get in touch with No Limits by:☎️ 02380 224 224📧 [email protected]💬 www.nolimitshelp.org.uk🚶‍♀️ 13 High Street, Southampton, SO14 2DFNot based in Southampton? We’ve put together a list of recommended organisations across the UK to help you get support in your local area:National Careers Service 👉 Free information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work.Youth Employment UK 👉 Get help with skills, study, training, jobs, careers and much more.The Princes Trust 👉 Help for young people (aged 11-30) to find the tools and confidence to try free courses and start careers. For advice and support with sleep, check out:The No Limits Wellness Journal👉 a journal that includes a selection of mindfulness techniques, coping mechanisms and practical lists that will help guide you through your thoughts and feelings.The Sleep Council👉 Practical advice and support to help you adopt healthier sleep habits. If you’re experiencing an emotional crisis in the UK, phone the Samaritans on 116 123. Hotlines in other countries can be found here.Follow No Limits on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn @nolimitshelp 
Jul 11, 2021
36 min
Celebrating Young Carers
To celebrate National Carers Week (7-13th June), Vicki and Tom talk all things Young Carers with youth workers, Jo and Emma. The theme for Carers Week is ‘Making caring visible and valued’ and this weeks’ guests talk about what it means to be a Young Carer, the day-to-day responsibilities they undertake and just how important it is for Young Carers to access help and support.Vicki and Tom also cover the importance of self-care and the proactive steps you can take to look after your health and wellbeing. If you, or someone you know, are a Young Carer living in Southampton and you’d like to find out more about how you can get help and support, get in touch with No Limits by:Phone: 02380 224 224Email: [email protected] chat: www.nolimitshelp.org.ukVisit: 13 High Street, Southampton, SO14 2DFNot based in Southampton? We’ve put together a list of recommended organisations across the UK to help you get support in your local area:Carers UK – Free expert advice, information and support for carers, making sure that you don’t have to care alone. Phone: 0808 808 777 Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm or email [email protected]’s Society – support for children and young people going through life challenges such as abuse, exploitation and neglect.Young Sibs – a support service for brothers and sisters of disabled children and adults.If you’re experiencing an emotional crisis in the UK, phone the Samaritans on 116 123. Hotlines in other countries can be found here.Follow No Limits on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn: @nolimitshelp
Jun 6, 2021
51 min