Industry Minds

Award Winning Mental Health Charity for the Creative Arts Industry. Charity Number - 1206591

[Industry Minds @IndustryMindsUK]

The Industry Minds Awards ‘22 💫

🎥- Dominic Owen

#IMA22

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

This International Dance Day, remember that every step, spin, & rhythm can lift your mood, reduce stress, and reconnect you with yourself.
Take a moment today to move your body & feel the difference
#InternationalDanceDay #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #DanceForJoy #IndustryMindsUK

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

World Theatre Day
To all who brings theatre to life-on stage, backstage & everywhere in between-thank you

Your creativity, care, & commitment shape something truly special.

Industry Minds is privileged to support & stand alongside this community.

#IndustryMindsUK #WTD11

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

Stories remind us that we are not alone in what we feel and sometimes that can make all the difference.

What book has supported your wellbeing or changed your perspective?

#WorldBookDay #MentalHealthMatters #ReadingForWellbeing #StoriesMatter

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

Kindness isn’t fixing someone.

Sometimes it’s:
• not giving notes today
• softening your tone
• adjusting expectations
• noticing someone’s overwhelmed

Small moments of understanding prevent big moments of burnout.
#RandomActsOfKindnessDay #IndustryMindsUK

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Charity creative pub quiz!

Come & join us 👌 link in bio!

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

As 2025 draws to a close, we’re reminded that endings aren’t failures -they’re thresholds.

Here’s to gentle endings, braver beginnings, and a hopeful step into what’s next. ✨

@IndustryMindsUK - always here for you year on year.

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

For cast, crew & creatives grieving the work that didn’t happen —
that loss is real.
Missed roles, paused careers, projects that never reached set or stage leave a mark.
Naming it is part of staying well.

#IndustryMinds #CreativeWellbeing #ArtsMentalHealth #CastAndCrew

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

As this year nears an end, consider what doesn’t need to come with you into 2026
Old narratives of “not enough.”
Unpaid emotional labour.
Perfectionism disguised as professionalism.
The pressure to be endlessly resilient.

Leaving things behind is not failure — it’s discernment.

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

Day 8 of the 12 Days of Christmas 🎄

Christmas can be joyful and stressful.
Expectations, money worries, family stuff — it all adds up.

If anxiety is rising today:
• Slow your breath
• Name one stress, not all of them
• Give yourself permission to do less

#GentleChristmas

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

Day 9 – Wellbeing for Creatives 🎄

For creatives, rest can feel unearned unless the work is finished.
But creativity needs pauses, softness, and space.

You don’t have to be productive to be valuable.

Let today be about refilling, not proving.
#CreativeWellbeing #IndustryMinds

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

Industry Minds — A Gentle 12 Days of Christmas

Day 4
A quiet period doesn’t erase your talent
Momentum isn’t always visible.
#ActorLife #TrustTheProcess #IndustryReality

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

🎄 Industry Minds: A Gentle 12 Days of Christmas

Wellbeing for the festive season

Day 2
One breath before the next audition
You don’t need to feel ready — just present.

#IndustryMinds #AuditionCare

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

🎄 Industry Minds: A Gentle 12 Days of Christmas

Wellbeing for the festive season:

Day 1

Permission to rest
You don’t have to earn rest.
Today, allow yourself to pause — even briefly.

#GentleChristmas #IndustryMinds

[Industry Minds @IndustryMindsUK]

A huge congratulations to our Head of Therapy, @BemBurch who has been awarded The Kings Award for Voluntary Service 2025 🇬🇧✨ (@dcmsgovuk)

Many of you will know Mary chairs another charity, Skylark IX and she has been honoured for her services to this charity. Congratulations 🥳

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

@IndustryMindsUK know it is the important to feel safe - physically & emotionally. Creative minds are always working, creating & connecting. Creativity only thrives if we feel supported, listened to & respected. Let’s keep building spaces where everyone feels able to speak up.

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

Happy Diwali to all who celebrate! 🌟
May your path be lit with creativity, inspiration, and joy this season.
Here’s to light, love, and new beginnings — on stage, on screen, and in life. @IndustryMindsUK

#Diwali #FestivalOfLights #CreativeCommunity

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

Using someone’s correct pronouns is a simple way to show respect, inclusion, and affirmation. Let’s keep building communities where everyone is seen and valued for who they are. 💖@IndustryMindsUK

#InternationalPronounsDay #PronounsMatter #Inclusion #Respect #LGBTQIA+

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

I’ve recently heard many clients describe themselves as overwhelmed. Overwhelm impacts our mental & physical health and can lead to burnout, anxiety & depression. Take action today to combat the impact of overwhelm -@IndustryMindsUK always here to help. #WorldMentalHealthDay

[Mary Burch BEM @BemBurch]

Grounding tip #4. “Breathwork with sensory elements” (neurodivergent friendly). As you breathe in, tap each fingertip to your thumb while counting to 4. As you breathe out, reverse this. This exercise adds a physical anchor to the breath by engaging the hands.
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