Shout Out For Wendy

Where we can share events and challenges and successes and where we can acknowledge the part Wendy Oliver played in our achievements.

[Shout Out For Wendy @shoutoutforwend]

#WSPD2024

[International Association for Suicide Prevention @IASPinfo]

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. Changing the narrative on suicide is about transforming how we perceive this complex issue. It’s about shifting from a culture of silence and lack of understanding to one of openness, empathy and support.

#StartTheConversation

[Dr. Billie Oliver @oliverbillie170]

After a seemingly endless cold and wet winter and spring, my latest blog post celebrates my most recent swimming event in Swanage and an exploration of Old Harry Rocks.... #openwaterswimmimg #seaswimming #swanage #oldharryrocks #wildswimming

https://t.co/2xqFoFEHrw

[Dr. Billie Oliver @oliverbillie170]

Welcome to my latest blog post ‘There’s a Break In The Rain’ , about our New Year swimming in Weymouth and what to hope for in January.
“Behind the clouds, is the sun still shining” (Longfellow, 1842)
#outdoorswimming #coldwaterswimming #newyearswim

https://t.co/7BmKcdSvrG

[Dr. Billie Oliver @oliverbillie170]

64: Bend Me, Shape Me - My latest blog post about some interesting research into health benefits of swimming @outdoor_swimmer @DrMichaelMosley #justonething #justkeepswimming
https://t.co/jYnmDYhtt7

[Dr. Billie Oliver @oliverbillie170]

Here comes the rain again! My latest blog post about the disappointment of cancelled events - and how to survive a wet weekend #outdoorswimming #seaswimming #devon #stormyweather #agathachristie
https://t.co/JFStJNad0U

[Dr. Billie Oliver @oliverbillie170]

Apparently @Twitter doesn’t support auto posting of @wordpressdotcom blog posts any more. Was wondering why I seemed to be seeing less. Hope this link to mine will work ok https://t.co/WqEMAxR5yk
New post - It’s Been A Long Time Coming about @RNLI #castle2castle #openwaterswim

[Shout Out For Wendy @shoutoutforwend]

A big, proud ‘Flemish’ Shout Out to Jayne and Gal who completed the Tour de Flanders, together, at the weekend - a gruelling 90 mile hilly ride on cobbles in the wind and rain. Goed gedaan 👏🥂#TourdeFlandes

[NCISH @NCISH_UK]

In 2016-20, there were 373 deaths p/yr in patients who had experienced recent economic adversity, 27% of all pt #suicides. Working with organisations that support people facing debt or other financial problems is important to #SuicidePrevention https://t.co/HTnkeUYWHP

[Shout Out For Wendy @shoutoutforwend]

#what3things

[Dr. Billie Oliver @oliverbillie170]

In my latest blog I have identified 3 wonderful seasonal swims that have helped me to appreciate that January wasn’t as dark and dismal as I had thought. What 3 things? https://t.co/KtjfzRuMmg

[Shout Out For Wendy @shoutoutforwend]

New Blog Post available #outdoorswimming #openwaterswimming #seaswimming #justkeepswimming #onedayatatime

[Dr. Billie Oliver @oliverbillie170]

I have learned not to make too many ‘big’ plans or to invest too much hope and expectation in the future. Far better to take each day as it comes - to try to find, experience and to celebrate the joy and possibilities that each day has to offer. https://t.co/2ty3zVQkhs

[Dr. Billie Oliver @oliverbillie170]

"We read to know that we are not alone" - This a book for the bereaved from the bereaved. You don't have to swim in cold water - but hey! - if for no other reason, read it because Wendy and I are in it! @GoodGriefProj https://t.co/ewaRdfBRFb

[Dr. Billie Oliver @oliverbillie170]

My latest blog post on the Just Keep Swimming Billie blog is about this book ‘When Words Are Not Enough’ - included in which is a case study by me. Please read the blog post - and read the book @Quickthornbooks @sophiepierce @GoodGriefProj #outdoorswimming #grief #bereavement

[Dr. Billie Oliver @oliverbillie170]

Just catching up with #DesertIslandDiscs @RichardEGrant and the build up of emotion and sadness that has been building up in me for a few days (due to other triggers) has just overflowed and released. Thank you for sharing 😍😘. #grief @BBCRadio4

[Shout Out For Wendy @shoutoutforwend]

#shoutoutforwendy

[Dr. Billie Oliver @oliverbillie170]

There will always be more than one way of winning! To read how I am winning please read my new blog: Last Of The Summer Wine https://t.co/JGYnQUpthv

[Shout Out For Wendy @shoutoutforwend]

@BBCPanorama

[NCISH @NCISH_UK]

Our ’10 ways to improve’ safety continue to reflect the evidence we have collected over several years on the features of clinical services that are associated with lower patient suicide rates. These include safer wards, personalised risk management and low staff turnover.

[Shout Out For Wendy @shoutoutforwend]

25th September, was Wendy's Birthday. We celebrated with her by entering our final 'event' of the season, rising at dawn and swimming in early morning September sunshine in the 'Dawlish Swim'. @SportivaEvent #happybirthday #seaswimming #outdoorswimming #neverforgotten

[Dr. Billie Oliver @oliverbillie170]

Order via this link. https://t.co/MlJCEr6cHN

[Dr. Billie Oliver @oliverbillie170]

I am honoured to have been invited to be a contributor to this book. You can pre-order at @HawthornPressUK @GoodGriefProj @goodgrieftrust #outdoorswimming #Grief #bereavement #seaswimming #justkeepswimming

https://t.co/biLgkW8e1e

[Shout Out For Wendy @shoutoutforwend]

You are my sunshine xx

[Dr. Billie Oliver @oliverbillie170]

New blog about my recent swim around St Michael's Mount - and what I learned. - Please don't take My sunshine away https://t.co/myDf2500jf

[louis appleby @ProfLAppleby]

We need a new model of support for patients at suicide risk, individual not generic, recognising that lives are complex & risk changes.

New paper adding to the drive to change risk Mx in MH care, from Keith Hawton @karen_lascelles & others. https://t.co/uY7Pvo50fW