If you want to improve your breathing, how about starting now, as you read this. Sit back, relax your shoulders and if you feel safe, close your eyes. Take a deep breath in through your nose, hold it for a few seconds then let it out slowly through your mouth, and repeat.
‘Spirit’ by Chaplain Samantha Burton Read More »
This article is intended to give an overview of the difference between sex, gender and sexual orientation, for those who want to know more,
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We are delighted to have secured the support of local comedian, campaigner and marathon runner extraordinaire Eddie Izzard for our YMCA DownsLink Challenge fundraising
Eddie Izzard and Sally Gunnell OBE, Support YMCA DownsLink Challenge Read More »
Joshua Pemberton (please use my name/they/she), Support and Advice Team Leader at YMCA DownsLink Group Brighton and chair of the Gender and Sexuality Forum
What are Pronouns and why they are important? Read More »
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Our West Sussex Chaplain, Samantha Burton, shares her thought for the week on the Eid ul-Fitr celebrations, marking the end of the Muslim festive
Thought for the Week: Eid Mubarak! Read More »
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