13thof August 2024 @ Pencoed Fach Farm
We hosted a Wellbeing Day at Pencoed Fach Farm, where our service users participated in a variety of wellness activities.
We hosted a Wellbeing Day at Pencoed Fach Farm, where our service users participated in a variety of wellness activities.
The day began with a breathwork session where we learned three distinct techniques: Energizing, Calming, and a Full Body Relaxation Scan. While some of our service users were unfamiliar with these methods, they expressed their intention to use them in the future to manage feelings of anxiety or stress.
Following this, we engaged in contrast therapy, which involved alternating between the sauna and an ice bath. The sequence included ten minutes in the sauna, two minutes in the ice bath, ten minutes in the sauna, three minutes in the ice bath, another ten minutes in the sauna, and concluded with five minutes in the ice bath. This provided everyone with an opportunity to apply their breathwork skills while entering the cold water.
Afterward, we enjoyed a stop at the Littlest Dairy for milkshakes, choosing from 20 delicious flavors. The young people also had the chance to explore the farm, with some even experiencing their first Tarot readings! We ended the day with a Mindful Crafting session, where we discussed mindfulness techniques and how to enhance awareness of the present moment by using our five senses in everyday activities. The group enjoyed making pom-pom keyrings to take home
Overall, it was a wonderful day out, enjoyed by both staff and service users, with everyone leaving equipped with new wellbeing tools to practice at home.
