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Motivated-Minds Motivated Minds is an award winning social enterprise, founded by Carla Andrews MBE. Online and face to face (UK) support.

As a lifelong mental health and wellbeing provider, we deliver unique solutions to help people live happier, healthier and thrive. Our approach draws upon coaching techniques and positive psychology's emphasis of individual strengths and personal motivation. Our aim is to promote both physical and mental health, as well as achievement and fulfillment. We work in partnership with the NHS, Public Health, businesses, schools, and the third sector to create and deliver programmes that will make a lasting positive impact, not only to the individual but also the the environment they work/live/learn in. We also operate a one stop wellness shop, the HAPPY Hub, based in Basildon, Essex to support various communnity wellbeing programmes.

🧘‍♀️💚 SEATED YOGA AT THE HAPPY HUB – MOVE, BREATHE & FEEL BETTER! 🌿✨Looking for a gentle way to relax, get moving and ta...
14/10/2026

🧘‍♀️💚 SEATED YOGA AT THE HAPPY HUB – MOVE, BREATHE & FEEL BETTER! 🌿✨

Looking for a gentle way to relax, get moving and take some time for yourself? 💙

Join us for Seated Yoga at The HAPPY Hub! 🧘‍♂️ Whether you're new to yoga or simply looking for a comfortable way to stay active, our sessions are a lovely opportunity to focus on your body, mind and wellbeing.

💚 Benefits of Seated Yoga:
🌿 Helps reduce stress and anxiety
💪 Improves flexibility and strength
☀️ Boosts mood and energy
🧠 Supports your mental wellbeing

📅 Every Thursday
⏰ 1:00pm
📍 The HAPPY Hub
💷 £5 contribution per session

💛 You don't need to be flexible or have any previous experience — just come as you are!

✨ Sometimes, a little movement and a few mindful breaths can make a big difference to how you feel.

👇 Ready to give it a try? Come along this Thursday and join our welcoming community. We’d love to see you there! 🧘‍♀️💚

🎮💚 WELL YOUTH CLUB – BASILDON! 💚🎨Looking for a fun, welcoming space where young people can make friends, try new things ...
14/10/2026

🎮💚 WELL YOUTH CLUB – BASILDON! 💚🎨

Looking for a fun, welcoming space where young people can make friends, try new things and build confidence? 🙌

At Well Youth Club Basildon, there’s something for everyone! 💙

✨ What we offer:
🎮 Wii & Nintendo games
🎨 Creative arts and crafts
🤝 Building social skills and independence
💪 Encouraging active, healthy habits

We’re proud to be sponsored and supported by Active Essex Foundation, helping young people connect, grow and thrive in a supportive environment. 🌟

👧🧒 Who can join?
💚 Young people aged 11–16
💚 Young people with SEN up to age 25
💚 Children aged 5–10, accompanied by a parent

📞 Want to find out more? Give us a call on 07429 224971 or visit 🌐 https://www.motivated-minds.co.uk

Come along, get involved and be part of the fun! 💚💙🧡

💚💙 YOUR FEEDBACK MATTERS! ⭐Have you visited Motivated Minds or taken part in one of our activities or services? We’d lov...
14/10/2026

💚💙 YOUR FEEDBACK MATTERS! ⭐

Have you visited Motivated Minds or taken part in one of our activities or services? We’d love to hear from you! 💬💚

Your feedback means so much to us. It helps us understand what we’re doing well, where we can improve, and how we can continue making a positive difference in our community. 🌱

⭐ Why leave us a Google review?
💚 Help others find the support they need.
🤝 Build trust within our community.
✨ Share the impact our work has made.
💙 Help us continue supporting more people.

Every review, kind word and piece of feedback makes a difference — and we’re so grateful for your support! 🫶

📲 Leave us a Google review here:
👉 https://g.page/r/CYwkI8EVpkTZEAE/review

Thank you for being part of the Motivated Minds community. Together, we can keep making a difference! 💚💙

🧠💚CUP OF KINDNESS: OPTIMISM & FAILURE 🌱✨What if failure isn’t the end of the story, but the beginning of a new lesson? 💭...
13/10/2026

🧠💚CUP OF KINDNESS: OPTIMISM & FAILURE 🌱✨

What if failure isn’t the end of the story, but the beginning of a new lesson? 💭

We all experience setbacks, but the way we explain them to ourselves can make a big difference to our mental wellbeing, confidence and resilience. 💙

This week, we’re exploring how a more hopeful way of thinking can help us learn, adapt and grow. 🌻

💡 Here are 3 things to remember:
🌱 A setback is temporary — one difficult moment doesn’t define your future.
💚 One struggle doesn’t define you — finding something difficult doesn’t mean you’re bad at everything.
✨ Be kind to yourself — look at the bigger picture and recognise that many factors influence what happens.

Try asking yourself: “What can I learn from this, and what could I do differently next time?” 💭

You don’t have to ignore the difficult feelings or pretend everything is positive. Optimism is about finding a balanced, realistic way forward — one small step at a time. 💪

☕💬 Join us for our next Cup of Kindness!
A relaxed space to connect, share and support one another.

📅 Every Wednesday | 1pm–2pm
📍 The HAPPY Hub, Eastgate Shopping Centre, Basildon

Everyone is welcome! 💚

👇 Let’s start a conversation: What helps you keep going when things don’t go to plan? Share your thoughts in the comments!

💚💙 YOU DON’T HAVE TO FACE IT ALONE — WE’RE HERE TO LISTEN. 💙💚Sometimes, life can feel overwhelming. Whether you're strug...
13/10/2026

💚💙 YOU DON’T HAVE TO FACE IT ALONE — WE’RE HERE TO LISTEN. 💙💚

Sometimes, life can feel overwhelming. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, difficult emotions, relationships or simply finding things hard, talking to someone can make a real difference. 💚

At Motivated Minds, we offer counselling for adults and children, providing a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood and empowered to move forward. 🌱

✨ Why choose our counselling service?
💚 Support tailored to your needs
⏳ Shorter waiting times
🤝 No fixed limit on sessions — ongoing support can be agreed with your counsellor
💷 Affordable, private counselling

💙 Our prices:
✨ £25 per session
✨ Discounted pack of 6 sessions for £120

Taking the first step can feel difficult, but you don't have to take it alone. Reaching out is a sign of strength, and support is available. 💛

📩 Ready to take the next step?
Email us at [email protected] to find out more about our counselling service.

Website: https://www.motivated-minds.co.uk/one-to-one-support

💬 You deserve to be heard, supported and cared for. Share this post with someone who might benefit from knowing support is available. ❤️

🎨💚 MIND CRAFT: GET CREATIVE, MAKE FRIENDS, FEEL GOOD! ✂️✨Looking for a little creativity, connection and wellbeing in yo...
12/10/2026

🎨💚 MIND CRAFT: GET CREATIVE, MAKE FRIENDS, FEEL GOOD! ✂️✨

Looking for a little creativity, connection and wellbeing in your week? 💛

Join us at Mind Craft at The HAPPY Hub! 🎨🖌️ Whether you love arts and crafts or simply want to try something new, it’s a lovely opportunity to get creative, meet new people and enjoy some time for yourself.

💡 Why join us?
🎨 Explore your creativity
💚 Support your mental wellbeing
🤝 Meet new people and build connections
😊 Take a break, relax and have fun!

📅 Every Tuesday
⏰ 1:00pm – 2:30pm
📍 The HAPPY Hub, Eastgate Shopping Centre, Basildon (next to The Entertainer)

💚 Everyone is welcome! You don’t need to be an artist — just bring yourself and give it a go!

👇 Fancy joining us? Come along this Tuesday and discover how small creations can make a big positive difference. We’d love to see you there! 💛

12/10/2026

🎄 WHAT IF SOMEONE WOKE UP ON CHRISTMAS DAY FEELING FORGOTTEN? ❤️

For many people, Christmas isn't always a time of joy. It can be a reminder of loneliness, loss and the people who aren't there.

But a small act of kindness can change how someone feels. A gift. A Christmas card. A warm meal. A moment of connection that reminds someone they matter, they are remembered, and they are not alone.

❤️ That's why Motivated Minds runs OPERATION ELF — to spread warmth, kindness and connection to people in our community who need it most.

✨ You can make a difference:
🎁 Donate a Christmas gift.
💌 Send a little love through a Christmas card.
🎁 Donate a prize for our Christmas raffle.
📣 Share this video to help us reach more people.

You never know how much a simple act of kindness could mean to someone this Christmas.

Let's make sure no one in our community feels forgotten. Together, we can make Christmas brighter. ❤️

Find out how to get involved: https://www.motivated-minds.co.uk/operation-elf

🧠💛 THEME OF THE WEEK: OPTIMISM & FAILURE 🌱✨Have you ever faced a setback and thought, “I’ve failed”? What if, instead, y...
12/10/2026

🧠💛 THEME OF THE WEEK: OPTIMISM & FAILURE 🌱✨

Have you ever faced a setback and thought, “I’ve failed”? What if, instead, you asked yourself, “What can I learn from this?” 💚

Failure is a part of life, but it doesn’t have to define us. The way we explain setbacks can shape how we feel, how we respond, and how we move forward. 💪

This week, we’re exploring how to build realistic optimism by:
🌱 Recognising that feeling helpless doesn’t mean we are powerless.
🔍 Challenging the thoughts that hold us back.
💡 Learning to reframe setbacks and see new possibilities.
💚 Taking responsibility where we can, while remembering that things can improve.

✨ Remember: You don’t have to get everything right the first time. Every setback is an opportunity to learn, grow and try again.

💬 YOUR TURN! When something doesn’t go to plan, what helps you pick yourself up and keep going? Share your thoughts in the comments — let’s inspire one another! 👇

📲 Follow Motivated Minds for more weekly themes, wellbeing tips and positive ways to support your mental health.

10/10/2026

🎮 Player 1, Player 2, Player 3... we're ready for you! 🕹️

Nintendo Basildon is coming to the HAPPY Hub nextr week! Whether you're a lifelong Mario fan, a Zelda explorer or just fancy a go on something new, come along, pick up a controller and join in the fun. 🍄⭐

📅 Saturday 17th October
🕚 11am - 3pm
📍 HAPPY Hub, Eastgate Shopping Centre, Basildon

Gaming is a brilliant way to relax, make friends and have a laugh together, so bring a mate, bring the family, or come on your own and find your co-op partner. 🤝

👉 Find out more: https://www.motivated-minds.co.uk

👇 Tell us: what's your all-time favourite Nintendo game? Drop it in the comments and tag your player 2! 🎮💬

Press GO! and we'll see you there. 💚🧡💙

🧠 End-of-Week Reflection: Positive Thought Patterns 🧠Did your brain have a little too much to say this week? 😅 Mine was ...
09/10/2026

🧠 End-of-Week Reflection: Positive Thought Patterns 🧠

Did your brain have a little too much to say this week? 😅 Mine was busy replaying that one thing from 2017 again.

If your mind has been running on overdrive, you're not alone. The good news is that you can gently change the conversation:

💭 Notice the thought.
❓ Question it.
💛 Choose a kinder one.

Try swapping:
❌ "I can't do this" → ✅ "I can take it one step at a time."
❌ "Everything must be fine" → ✅ "This is hard, and I'm doing my best."

Positive thinking isn't pretending everything is perfect. It's finding a helpful way forward. 🌟

👇 Let's chat! Tell us in the comments: what's the most random thing your brain decided to overthink this week? 😂 And what's one kinder thought you'd swap it for?

🗓️ This weekend's challenge: catch one unhelpful thought and give it a kinder reframe. Come back and tell us how you got on!

💌 Tag a friend who needs this reminder, and save this post for the next time your brain gets chatty.

📖 Find more tips and support at https://www.motivated-minds.co.uk

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HAPPY Hub, Eastgate Shopping Centre
Basildon
SS141AE

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+441268520785

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