Location: Alona Hotel, Strathclyde Country Park Date: November 12, 2025
On this day, 155 people gathered to share stories and celebrate the journey of mental health recovery—a process of healing and transformation that enables individuals to live meaningful lives within their chosen communities.
Participant Impact & Feedback
The event achieved exceptional feedback from those in attendance, highlighting its value as both an educational and supportive environment.
Overall Enjoyment: 100% of participants reported that they enjoyed the event.
Meeting Expectations: 99% of attendees stated the event met or exceeded their expectations.
Educational Value: 94% of people learned something new about the recovery journey.
Personal Recovery: 77% of participants felt the event directly helped with their own recovery.
Key Activities & Presentations
Hosted by Edward Reid, the day featured a mix of talent, fun, and a deep understanding of mental health struggles.
Regenfx Youth Stories: Twelve young people shared powerful personal stories detailing their childhoods, the challenges they faced, and their moving hopes for the future.
“Trouble in Mind”: A short play by Glen Dickson telling the story of Nina, a woman navigating her past and the struggle to stay sober, followed by a live Q&A.
Stigma Free Lanarkshire: Two volunteers used creative expression to share their recovery journeys, including one original song and one powerful poem.
Creative Workshops
Engaging sessions allowed participants to explore recovery through art, music, and mindfulness.
Bazooka Arts: A silk painting workshop where participants created artwork to take home; this art form is known for reducing stress and boosting self-esteem.
Soundsational Choir: A moving musical session led by a director who shared his own personal mental health journey.
Additional Workshops: The day also included drumming and mindfulness sessions to energise and ground participants.
Community Voices
Attendees shared their personal reflections on the day’s atmosphere and impact.
"Arrived feeling overwhelmed & left feeling uplifted & happy" "Felt safe, didn't feel judged" "Taking time out to come to the event & place focus on your own mental health without distractions helps all the supportive & educational messages land"