Congratulations to the selected entrants! The first ever personalised Yellow Book for a College!
This pilot marks an historic collaboration between ‘rethinkyourmind’ and Peterborough Regional College which saw the launch of ‘The PRC Yellow Book’.
“We all experience ups and downs in our mental health, but sharing experiences and remaining positive can be incredibly powerful. The central message of the Yellow Book is positivity. By reflecting on this, we bring balance to the challenges in our lives.
Six years ago, I commanded the UK Air Wing in Afghanistan. As you might imagine, it was a stressful experience and the responsibility weighed heavily on my shoulders. There were times when the workload, fear and sleep deprivation felt overwhelming. But I had good friends and we helped each other through. Even in the darkest moments, friendship was like a candle lighting the way. I came home a different person and now look upon family, friends and colleagues as being central to my wellbeing.
I hope that you have friends and resources to draw upon when times are tough and that you enjoy the reflections in the Yellow Book as much as I have.”
Terry Jones Principal and CEO,
Peterborough Regional College
“The range of entries for the PRC Yellow Book has been amazing and therefore a challenging choice for the judges. I have been inspired and delighted by the chosen entries and I hope you will be.”
Cherry Stewart – PRC College Counsellor
The Selected Artwork – well done to all!
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- Llanya O’hAolain – I feel better when I am seeing things differently
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- Amber-Jane Parish – Late night drives with Benjamin
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- Emily Quinn – Letting go
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- Ross Chapman – Chicken nuggets
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- Diana Vasiljeva – Creation
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- Aron Mitchell – I feel better when I travel
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- Ricky Butcher – I feel better when I am laughing
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- William Pearson – Friends become one
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- Jessica Lawrence – The brave one
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- Sian Kerwin – I feel better when I am playing
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- Sian Marshall – I feel better when I am by the sea
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- Sian Marshall – I feel better when I am sure my son is home safely after a night out with his friends
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- Edgaras Strasnovas – Watching movies late night
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- Stephen Moore – I feel better when I am splashing around
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- Katie McAllister – Time well spent: I feel better when I am chatting with friends
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- Jenny Grove – Fields of joy
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- Laura Jones – I feel better when I am having help with the dishes
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- Molly Parker – Books and tea
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- Semjons Zaicevs – I feel better when I make someone smile
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- Emma-lea Sardeson – I feel better when I realise every human has an individual colour to match their personality
The Selected Poems – well done to all!
I’ve been thinking by Melissa Grosse
Cycle of hope for all seasons by Susie Reynolds
New beginnings by Felicity Lyons
I feel better when I am by Sue Nuttall
Just a few things by Anna Wildman
My day was better because I knew you by Steph Pedlar
An early morning walk by Jennie Grove
Happiness cannot be defined by Leah Barfield
Little note to myself by Katie McAllister
Please scroll down to view all of the winners work!
Rethink Your Mind Single |
3 winners selected for: |
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 By: Emma-lea Sardeson |
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the single front cover artwork |
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 By: Semjons Zaicevs |
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the single back cover artwork |
Little note to myselfBy: Katie McAllister |
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the winning poem selected to become the song lyrics |
We deeply thank Peterborough Regional College and the generous contribution from the Students Union for creatively expressing wellbeing!
Thank you to all those who contributed, coached, supported, assessed and facilitated this pilot, it was a pleasure to work with PRC on this ground-breaking project and to create this wellbeing resource.
The Assessor Panel:
Ruth Campbell
Barry Devereux
Charley Genever
Lauren Irving
Keeley Mills
Tony Nero
Kathryn Wallis
Annie Welton
Thanks to all involved in the wonderful Prize Presentation at Peterborough Regional College.