The Silence of Stigma
Who can I talk to about my Mental Health?
"When you have flu, you go to a doctor then when something is troubling you or you know that your mental health is not going all okay, then why not go to a psychologist? It's pretty much the same, isn't it?"
Remember, you don't have to carry all of this alone!Â
YOU ARE NOT ALONE!
Family Member
Mentor/Friend
Trusted Professional
Tips for Talking about Mental Health
Start by Journaling
Writing down your feelings and emotions help to identify negative thoughts and boost positive energy.
Write a Letter
Write a letter to someone, mentioning things you feel comfortable talking about. (It's your decision whether you want to give that letter to someone).
Practice speaking in front of a Mirror
Sometimes face-to-face conversations with someone about a sensitive topic can be intimidating. Try standing in front of a mirror and practice speaking.
Talk to someone you feel comfortable with
The first step to talk about mental health is to be comfortable about the topic. Finding someone you can rely on and trust is crucial.
Self-Care
Self-Care is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. Following different examples of self-care can start the healing process and help improve one's mental state.
Here are some ways you can learn to care for yourself when facing high levels of stress.
For your BODY!
Being active (yoga, stretching, walking, bicycling)
Drink water
Getting a massage
Eat a full meal
Rest and reset
For your Mind!
Read
Try something new
Challenge yourself
Meditate
Practice gratitude
Visit a new place
For your Soul!
Journal
Listen to music
Laugh
Connect with a friend
Listen to a podcast
Mental Health Check
