Mental Health journeys are not a one size fits all. I share my experiences and things that did and didn’t work for me to hopefully help someone else feel like they are not alone on their journey.
When I was going through my mental health journey, which included depression, and wanted to support myself I did a number of things that really helped me. Below are 2 things that I would like to share in this blog with you that helped me, and may help you:
Speak to someone you trust so you can share the weight of your pain, whether that be a Therapist or friend. The friend can help you on your journey in seeing a therapist to support you. A friend can help you and support you, but remember not to make your friend your therapist. They are two different roles and people.
I wrote a list of the things that felt like self care for me that I could look at and pick from when I was feeling low. I shared this list with two people close to me so they could help me when I was feeling down. This helped me through the journey.
I am now a qualified Mental Health First Aider (MHFA) and believe deeply in helping people.
If you are struggling with your mental health, you are not alone, call the numbers below if you need help :
NHS: 999 Emergency A&E
111 for professional health advice 24/7
Samaritans: 116 123
Shout: 85258 (free, confidential text service to support mental health 24/7)
National Suicide Prevention: 0800 689 5652 (1800 - 0000 everyday)
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably): 0800 58 58 58 (1700-0000 everyday)
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