Rest and relax
Finding ways to relax and rest your body and mind and with cancer isn’t easy but it is so helpful. When we sleep well, slow down and find moments of calm we help our bodies to recover and re-energise, and our minds to feel more in control of life. Research also shows that relaxation techniques may help to reduce some of the side effects and symptoms of cancer and cancer treatment.
When you see this icon across our website, you know that the support on offer helps you rest and relax.
We are all different and we rest and relax in different ways. That’s why at Penny Brohn UK, we talk about ‘personalising’ your cancer care – doing things that work well for you. This might be making time to focus on things you already enjoy doing, or trying some new ways to help with what you are going through right now.
More support to help you rest and relax
We have lots of support available to help you rest and relax, feel more energised and find a sense of calm. Just a few minutes of time for yourself every day can really help support your physical and emotional resilience with cancer. The best way to start is to focus on simple activities that you enjoy and are easy to fit into your day.
In person: Relax and Restore Wellbeing days
A special opportunity to meet others and enjoy some restorative time for yourself at a beautiful centre near Bristol. The day combines a range of gentle therapeutic activities with a delicious lunch and plenty of time to enjoy our wonderful gardens
Online resources
We have lots of information and videos offering relaxation support including calming breathing techniques that you can access at any time.
Headspace app
Thanks to the lovely people at Headspace, a fantastic meditation and mindfulness app, we are able to offer a free subscription for people with cancer. There are many other apps that offer guided relaxations and meditations you can do anywhere at any time. We also recommend Insight Timer and Calm (subscription costs may apply).
If you would like to speak to one of our team to understand what support is best for you right now, our Client Support Team is here for you Mondays to Fridays 10am – 4pm with support and guidance: clientsupport@pennybrohn.org.uk, 0303 3000 118.
Resources
Over the next few months, we will be developing more services focused specifically on addressing the most important cancer-related concerns. If you would like to keep up to date with new support we can offer we recommend signing up for our weekly email newsletter.