Real writing about mental health, young adult life in the Borders, and what we are learning from every workshop we run. No jargon, no clinical language — just the things that actually matter.
Inside Forge
Every fortnight, a group of young Borders adults gather in Galashiels to talk honestly about mental health — no clinical jargon, no pressure, just real conversation.
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Understanding mental health
Anxiety is one of the most misunderstood words in mental health — here is what it actually means, and what you can do when it shows up in your life.
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Personal story
After struggling alone through his early twenties, Jamie found something he had not expected at a Forge workshop — people who understood exactly how he felt.
Read Jamie's story →If something you read here resonated with you, there's a workshop or a drop-in with your name on it. You don't need a reason to come — just curiosity.
