Northamptonshire Community Wellbeing Project reveals local residents are struggling with stress, sleep and finding time for themselves

A community <a href="https://healthylife7.com/nantwich-care-home-launches-mens-den-to-boost-wellbeing/” title=”Nantwich care home launches "Men's Den" to boost wellbeing”>wellbeing project carried out by local hypnotherapist and workplace wellbeing specialist Frances B. Lafferty has revealed that many Northamptonshire residents are facing challenges with stress, sleep, work-life balance and switching off from the demands of everyday life. The Northamptonshire Community Wellbeing Project 2026 invited local people to anonymously share how they are really feeling and what has had the biggest impact on their wellbeing over the past 12 months. Responses came from residents across Northamptonshire, including Daventry, Long Buckby, Northampton, Braunston and surrounding areas. Although everyone’s situation is different, clear themes emerged. The findings showed: • Stress was the biggest reported challenge affecting wellbeing• Anxiety and sleep difficulties were also key concerns• Work pressures, caring responsibilities and physical health concerns were impacting everyday life• Many people admitted they say “I’m fine” even when they are struggling• Lack of time was one of the biggest barriers stopping people from improving their wellbeing Frances said: “Through my work as a hypnotherapist, I have the privilege of listening to people’s stories every day. I wanted to create this project because I believe it’s important that we stop and ask people how they are really doing. The responses showed that many people know what helps their wellbeing, such as exercise, walking, spending time with loved ones and talking to somebody. The challenge is often finding the time, energy or space to prioritise themselves. Sometimes the people who appear to be coping are carrying more than we realise.” The survey highlighted the personal stories behind the statistics. When asked to complete the sentence ‘Life would feel better right now if…’ respondents shared: “I had just a little more time to spend on me.” “There was less pressure, expectations and things could be at a slower, more achievable pace.” “I could sleep for more than three hours a night.” The project was created to encourage conversations about wellbeing within families, workplaces and communities. Frances hopes the findings will help encourage people to talk more openly about stress, mental wellbeing and the importance of looking after themselves. For more information: Frances B. LaffertyD.Hyp, CH, HPD (NCH)Hypnotherapist & Workplace Wellbeing Specialist Website:www.laffertyhypnotherapy.co.uk Email:francesblafferty@gmail.com