Having a hobby or an activity you enjoy can help you to have greater wellbeing, reduce stress, increase confidence and feel more fulfilled.
What do you enjoy doing? Only you can decide that! Try different things until you find something you like.
Learning new things can also help you to build the skills you need for accessing work. Going to work is also good for your wellbeing. It can give you an income, a sense of identity, a connection with other people, routine for your day and opportunities to achieve.
‘Plan things to look forward to’ is one of the Mental Health Foundation’s best mental health tips backed by research.
Signposts for 'Enjoy and Learn' - local support and opportunities
Weekly programmes of activities, advice and support.
Community based adult learning
Free learning opportunities for adults to increase their knowledge, skills and confidence in everyday life.
Free entry and a great source of learning - free eBooks and audio books, reading groups, a mobile library and much more.
Offers activities and workshops to support wellbeing. Search for ‘Scottish Borders’ on their website.
Borders Care Voice courses for care workers, volunteers and carers.
Offers a range of commercial and community learning courses.
Scottish Borders Council Employment Support Service
Employability support tailored to each person's needs and goals.
Useful websites and apps
Free courses from the Open University
Educational, creative and recreational courses open to anyone no longer in full-time employment. Local learning groups and online.
Help and advice for all stages of your working life. Includes CV, application and interview advice.
