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Motivation Mondays: World Mental Health Day

10/10/2016
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“We know that mental illness is not something that happens to other people. It touches us all. Why then is mental illness met with so much misunderstanding and fear?” Tipper Gore

Motivation Mondays: World Mental Health Day - Impacts Us All

Motivation Mondays: World Mental Health Day – Impacts Us All

The theme of this year’s World Mental Health Day, observed on 10 October, covers “psychological first aid” (PFA). Efforts in support of the day will focus on basic pragmatic psychological support by people who find themselves in a helping role whether they be health staff, teachers, firemen, community workers, or police officers. World Health Organization
Mental health needs a great deal of attention. It’s the final taboo and it needs to be faced and dealt with. Adam Ant
Self-esteem is as important to our well-being as legs are to a table. It is essential for physical and mental health and for happiness. Louise Hart

Did you know that today is World Mental Health Day and Columbus Day? While the jury might still be out on whether Columbus discovered the Americas, what is certain is that Mental Health issues affect us all; even though, it remains a subject that some would like to sweep under the table or wish away by shaming those who live with it. According to the CDC, mental illness can be described as “collectively all diagnosable mental disorders” or “health conditions that are characterized by alterations in thinking, mood, or behavior (or some combination thereof) associated with distress and/or impaired functioning.”2 Depression is the most common type of mental illness, affecting more than 26% of the U.S. adult population.3...” On any given day, we, our friends, and any of our loved ones are at risk of facing an emotional, psychological or social stressor that could impact our mental health, our overall feeling of well-being,  and push us to the brink. How those around us handle the episode can make a difference between life and death.

Are you prepared to offer compassionate support? As we all strive to maintain some form of equanimity or balance in our lives, and the lives of our friends and family, we need to be attentive to shifts in mood and behavior. If we make a concerted effort to check in regularly with our loved ones, it will be easier to recognize when a family member or friend has crossed that delicate balance and is in need therapeutic and psychological support. If you’ve ever lived with someone with mental illness, you’d know that a lot of thoughtful care and consideration must be exercised to get them the help and critical attention they need. When they are going through a down period, we must step in and advocate for them and there is nothing shameful about it.  The real shame is in the stigma that uninformed people attach to it.

“Mental health is often missing from public health debates even though it’s critical to well-being.”  Diane Abbott

Motivation Mondays: World Mental Health Day - Impacts Us All

Motivation Mondays: World Mental Health Day – Impacts Us All

What is PFA? – Pragmatic Tools
Humane, supportive & practical assistance to fellow human beings who recently suffered a serious stressor:
•Non-intrusive, practical care and support
•Assessing needs and concerns
•Helping people to address basic needs (food, water)
•Listening, but not pressuring people to talk
•Comforting people and helping them to feel calm
•Helping people connect to information, services and social supports
•Protecting people from further harm via WHO/PFA
Mental illness is nothing to be ashamed of, but stigma and bias shame us all. Bill Clinton

How would you handle a mental health crisis for a loved one? Whether we are directly or indirectly affected by mental illness, it is imperative that we spend time reflecting on how we can help in an honest and meaningful way. One thing that is clear is  while approaches to handling mental health situations vary, addressing the complex issues around it with sensitivity is key because each of us come to the subject from different backgrounds and experiences.  It’s a delicate topic that affects millions of households and we can’t address it by offering a cute picture or a bold statement as a panacea for a condition that impacts so many, many lives. Over the years, I have lost people close to me to this crisis, and when I think about their pain and suffering, and the lingering sense of loss felt by those left behind, I know that we must do more.  All I ask is that we take a moment each day to remember that the face of mental illness is all of our faces,  It is you, you, and me because we know people close to us or others in our community who struggle with this disease.  By the same token, we are affected through our interactions  by the fallout and the daily challenges that those who struggle with mental illness face.

What about Psychological First Aid?  The World Health Organization has recommended that in addition to recognizing the theme for 2016 which is: Psychological First Aid “psychological first aid” (PFA). Each of us can offer support by employing the pragmatic tools listed above and in the pdf as a way to assist those in a mental health crisis. As fellow citizens, we can play a pivotal role by offering a calm hand and immediate comfort to someone in a mental health crisis while reaching out to professionals who are qualified to assist them. There are no easy solutions on how we can/must deal with mental health issues, however, shaming, blaming or escalating the situation for the individual is the wrong path to take. Even if you don’t agree with the many therapeutic options available to people with mental health issues, it is not for us to decide for them. Our role should be supportive, to look out for the well-being of the individual, and to focus on serving in a helping capacity until professional/medical assistance arrives.

 

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SEPTEMBER
09/05 –   Labor Day,  International Day of Charity,  8 International Literacy Day,
09/12 –  15 Day of Democracy Day,  17 Constitution Day
09/19 –  21 International Day of Peace/ World Peace Day, World Rhino Day
09/26 – National Preparedness Month, National Childhood Cancer Awareness, National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, National School Success Month, National Childhood Obesity Awareness

OCTOBER
10/03 –  2-4 Rosh Hashana,  6 German-American Day,
10/10 –  10  Columbus Day, World Mental Health Day, 11 International Day of the Girl,  12 Yom Kippur
10/17 –   16 World Food Day / FAO World Food Day
10/24 –  24 United Nations Day,  28 National Chocolate Day, 29 National Cat Day, 30 Diwali
10/31 —  31 Halloween

 

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“The problem with the stigma around mental health is really about the stories that we tell ourselves as a society. What is normal? That’s just a story that we tell ourselves.”  Matthew Quick

Motivation Mondays: World Mental Health Day - Impacts Us All

Motivation Mondays: World Mental Health Day – Impacts Us All

A desire to be in charge of our own lives, a need for control, is born in each of us. It is essential to our mental health, and our success, that we take control. Robert Foster Bennett
We need so much more openness, transparency and understanding that it’s OK to talk about depression as an illness. It’s not a weakness. It’s not a shortcoming. It’s not something people brought on themselves. John F. Greden MD
Women in particular need to keep an eye on their physical and mental health, because if we’re scurrying to and from appointments and errands, we don’t have a lot of time to take care of ourselves. We need to do a better job of putting ourselves higher on our own ‘to do’ list. Michelle Obama

 

What more can we do on World Mental Health Day?  We can start by educating ourselves on the subject of mental health and mental illness, and learn more about the clinical definitions and diagnosis of the illness. We can help by resisting the temptation to paint a broad and sweeping picture of what it means and how it ought to be handled. Each case needs professional evaluation and specific treatment geared to the individual. Our role is to support and lift the lid of shame, to work at ensuring we provide a positive environment that nourishes the overall well-being of our family/friends, and to lift the stigma of mental illness that makes this a very painful issue. Mental illness can have a lasting impact on all of us/our loved ones so, making the effort to find adequate care is very important.  What are your thoughts?

Have a healthy week ahead!

 

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  1. chei permalink
    10/10/2016 4:52 pm

    Yes we all need to develop a better understanding of mental illness and face our fears.

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  2. jaycer123 permalink
    10/10/2016 5:09 pm

    It’s such a great thing to have people support one another through a tough time – this post is wonderful. Thank you

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  3. swangrl77 permalink
    10/10/2016 5:23 pm

    Beautiful article. FYI… not just Columbus Day any more. Here in most cities Washington state it is now Indigenous People’s Day and throughout the country more cities are transitioning to Indigenous Peoples Day. However, as a nurse I see how mental health patients literally get thrown away. It’s sad… so I truly appreciated this article. 😊 thank you!

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    • Eliz@MirthandMotivation permalink*
      11/10/2016 1:11 am

      Thank you for your reply and for your insider view on the subject of mental health… we all can do better to help spread the word. <3 As for Indigenous People's Day, it makes perfect sense as the right title for the celebration.

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  4. Amber permalink
    10/10/2016 5:50 pm

    It’s so important to talk about mental health! I know being open can help a lot of people.

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  5. The Awkward Vegan permalink
    10/10/2016 6:03 pm

    Thank you for writing about an issue as important as mental health. We all need to work to break the stigma!!

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    • Eliz@MirthandMotivation permalink*
      10/10/2016 6:08 pm

      Thank you for taking a moment to consider the topic on this important day. Sadly, some people prefer to remain clueless about a subject that affects all of us in someway. Changing the topic or ignoring it doesn’t change the facts; when people respond that way, they are just perpetuating the stigma about a critical and life long disease. Thank you for your thoughtful response. We need to break the stigma! 🙁

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    • Twinspirational permalink
      18/10/2019 2:55 pm

      Thanks for sharing awareness, 26% is so big.. Supportive,loving and happy friends could definitely lessen the risk of depression, I hope those who have such problems could open up more.

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  6. Liz Mays permalink
    10/10/2016 6:40 pm

    I didn’t know about Psychological First Aid but that is a really good concept. The more people who are able to respond to mental health crises appropriately, the better.

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  7. Ricci permalink
    10/10/2016 7:24 pm

    Mental Health has such a stigma surrounding it and I am glad it is slowly going away!! Great post!!

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  8. MarciaF permalink
    10/10/2016 5:10 pm

    I want to celebrate National Chocolate Day. That would motivate me.

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  9. momknowsbest15 permalink
    10/10/2016 9:03 pm

    I grew up with several family members who had mental illness. So I would seek help for a friend going through this

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  10. Melanie Smith permalink
    10/10/2016 9:22 pm

    What an incredible post is this one. Thank you for writing it!

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  11. Cindy Ingalls permalink
    10/10/2016 9:31 pm

    I truly hope that someday people realize that mental illness is not a weakness or a joke. It is a daily struggle for those that battle it. Having a post like this and a day to recognize mental illness is a great way to spread the understanding.

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    • Eliz@MirthandMotivation permalink*
      10/10/2016 11:50 pm

      I’m with you Cindy. It never ceases to amaze me when people are so cavalier in their response to such a critical issue… Whether we are aware of it or not, mental health issues impact all of our lives in some fashion.

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  12. Valerie Gray (@valmg) permalink
    10/10/2016 9:52 pm

    There are so many different forms of mental illness. One day we will live in a society where help is readily available to all that need it.

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  13. Lucid Gypsy permalink
    10/10/2016 10:57 pm

    Something like PFA should be taught in every high school.

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  14. Holly permalink
    10/10/2016 11:20 pm

    Mental health is such an important issue. More people need to be educated on the topic.

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  15. Michele permalink
    10/10/2016 11:21 pm

    I was not aware that there even was a Mental Health day–I am very glad to hear there is. Too many people have problems and really are shunned because of it–when instead they should be gently directed to get the help they desperately need to live a full and happy life.

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    • Eliz@MirthandMotivation permalink*
      10/10/2016 11:43 pm

      Indeed. The more all of us learn to be supportive and proactive in encouraging folks around us to seek professional care, the sooner we will experience a reduction in cases that end tragically.

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  16. annelicious permalink
    10/10/2016 11:23 pm

    I have suffered from a brief separation anxiety following my parent’s break up when I was 7 years old. Looking back, I feel lucky to have snapped out of it. The experience was more frightening after I knew what exactly happened to me. Also after worked as a student nurse in the Mental facility here, that I realize most people don’t get back to normal like I did.

    Back then I only experience being spaced out 100% of the time I was in school, I would see people around me, my teachers and classmates but I cant seem to hear them. I was snapped out of it after I was transferred to another school a year after. The new school was noisy being coed and all, so the effect on me was scary, because I went home still hearing the voices of the kids in school, when I shut my eyes and cover my ears with my pillow, I’d see the faces of my classmates. I tried to tell my family but when my grandma smirked and told me I’m just imagining things,

    I knew I had to be strong and battle it on my own. So I did by gradually forcing myself to interact, and thank God, it wasn’t long before I finally became normal again. Mental illness whether temporary or clinical should be a big concern to all. We all are susceptible and it’s only a matter of intensity that a single ugly experience could cause us to be mentally unwell for a while or for good. Fortunately for me it only lasted a few months.

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    • Eliz@MirthandMotivation permalink*
      10/10/2016 11:42 pm

      Indeed. It is experienced in so many different ways that we can never use one person’s experience as a treatment for another person. I’m grateful for you that you found a path out of the depression…

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  17. The Guat permalink
    10/10/2016 11:27 pm

    Definitely thank you for sharing this, I had no idea it was World Mental Health Day. It is definitely a topic that some people dismiss or don’t like talking about it. Thanks for posting it. I’ll be sure to spread the word as well.

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    • Eliz@MirthandMotivation permalink*
      10/10/2016 11:39 pm

      Thank you dear one. It is a subject dear to my heart; especially as I’ve seen the impact it has had on families and how talking about it remains a stigma in some quarters. Glad to hear from you… it’s been a while. <3

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  18. soulsensecoaching permalink
    11/10/2016 1:28 am

    I have been on such a learning curve with mental health issues this last year as my father deteriorates from Alzheimer’s. Somehow Alzhiemer’s makes it easier to understand the organic nature of mental illness, it is easier to see that the emotional fallout has a brain issue at it’s root. I hadn’t fully grasped that before.

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  19. DogVills permalink
    11/10/2016 2:36 am

    I’ve never knew that there is a World Mental Health Day, well this is goo to raising awareness. A lot of people suffer from different kind of Mental Depression and it takes years to cure. I’m glad to hear this Elizabeth, I would love to share the words too <3

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  20. Kelly Reci permalink
    11/10/2016 3:02 am

    I’m glad to know that it was World Mental Health Day. I have a friend whose suffering from mental illness, I’m thankful that she was able to cooperate with her psychiatrist and her family still in her side to support her.

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  21. Eli Freeman permalink
    11/10/2016 1:10 am

    So there’s a Mental Health day? Thanks for sharing this, I wasn’t aware of it. This is probably one of the health problems our society is facing.

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  22. Thelittlelai: Beyond limits permalink
    11/10/2016 1:55 am

    I really like how you come up with a view of a compassionate help for those people or for people that we personally know to help them and don’t avoid them. Eventually, we all know mental illness won’t knock if it comes our way and its always more beneficial for us people to have awareness about it.

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  23. Ling Tan permalink
    11/10/2016 2:02 am

    Mental health is a topic that does not get discussed often enough. The lid has been lifted a little in recent years but even then, it is barely enough. As a society we could do so much more to help …

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  24. Ana De Jesus permalink
    11/10/2016 2:57 am

    I did, it is so important that we raise awareness because many of the people we love have mental health issues and are afraid to share it for fear of judgement.

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  25. lastchance3 permalink
    11/10/2016 6:24 am

    Mental health is so important, and so many either don’t want to deal with this topic or call it a defect. It needs much more light shed onto it and understanding.

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  26. Rachel Mouton permalink
    11/10/2016 4:18 am

    WOW! I was reading post after post about mental health and the election; they seem to go hand-in-hand this year LOL There has been so much discussion about women and their mental health and safety. Thanks so much for keeping the discussion going.

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  27. Nicole Haas Etolen permalink
    11/10/2016 4:58 am

    Mental Depression is a serious problem, I have a friend whose suffering from mental illness and it took years before she totally better.

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  28. Karlyn Flores permalink
    11/10/2016 5:06 am

    Absolutely a cool post. I like it

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  29. April Hammond permalink
    11/10/2016 5:36 am

    Mental health is a growing problem, I am glad there is a day to bring attention to it. My prayer is that mental health gets included in health care reform and will cover and prescribe all treatments, not just depending on a pill but body mind and spirit as well.

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  30. catherinehislop permalink
    11/10/2016 5:53 am

    Reblogged this on My Blog.

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    • Eliz@MirthandMotivation permalink*
      19/10/2019 7:09 am

      Thank you Catherine! <3

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  31. Fred permalink
    11/10/2016 6:51 am

    Mental health is so important. We are subjected to various stress everyday Sometimes these come from our very own home. We need to be able to deal with stress in such a way that we won’t go out of our minds. It is not easy to do this all the time. We need our sounding boards to deal with the stress.

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  32. Alicia Taylor at Taylorlife.com permalink
    11/10/2016 9:51 am

    I’ve struggled with agoraphobia my whole adult life. No amount of medication or therapy has helped. The patient help and understanding of my family is a great balm, though. Mental illness runs in my family and I do believe in genetic components. My aunt has schizophrenia. My oldest son has autism. My youngest has ADHD and both of them suffer with depression. I’ve seen the very real impact this has on lives. Thank you for raising awareness.

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  33. Maintaining Me permalink
    11/10/2016 1:08 pm

    This was a great post! I didn’t know about most of what you wrote!

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  34. Amy Jones permalink
    11/10/2016 10:48 am

    This is so important! Thanks for talking about such relevant issues as mental health

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  35. Saidah permalink
    11/10/2016 11:15 am

    Thanks for so many great tips and ideas on how to deal with the issues of mental health.

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  36. Cynthia Nicoletti permalink
    11/10/2016 11:19 am

    Many people need to realize and know more about mental illness and especially try to understand it in some ways. People do not realize how difficult it can be to deal with and we need more understanding from our society.

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  37. Rosey permalink
    11/10/2016 2:53 pm

    It really is important to be a solid supporter of our loved ones and friends who have mental health issues. I am glad to hear there is a day to help bring awareness and help dissolve the stigma.

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  38. Megan Ogden permalink
    11/10/2016 12:49 pm

    Mental Heath seems to be an issue that most people don’t take seriously. It’s really sad ):

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  39. crystal permalink
    11/10/2016 4:19 pm

    I wasn’t aware that it was mental health day, It’s still considered such a taboo subject and I really don’t know why considering so many people are affected in one way or another by metal health. Thank you for bringing awareness to this

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  40. Jaime permalink
    11/10/2016 1:26 pm

    It’s always good to have a great support system. I have family members who suffer from mental illness, and the best thing I can do is be there for them, and I’ve recommended professional help.

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  41. Mel Blake permalink
    11/10/2016 1:31 pm

    I had no idea that today is the day of the girl. I really enjoyed this post and all of the great information. thanks!

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  42. shoppingduck permalink
    11/10/2016 2:27 pm

    Great insight. It is so important to support those around us that need help.

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  43. Neely (@Neelykins) permalink
    11/10/2016 3:06 pm

    This is so important. I have anxiety and depression and I wish people talked about it more. People are a little afraid of the topic. Great post!

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  44. Julie Syl Kalungi permalink
    11/10/2016 3:37 pm

    We really need to educate ourselves more on Mental Health issues and how best to support and serve our friends and family who need support that way. Plus Mental health can hit anyone with no warning! So this is a really apt post on Mental Health awareness day! Thanks for sharing Elizabeth!

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  45. Mai C. permalink
    11/10/2016 6:24 pm

    What breaks my heart about mental illness is the number of support that these people are not getting. They don’t take mental illness seriously because it’s not physically visible like other diseases and we end up losing a life because of that. They need all the help and support and love that we can give.

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  46. Brandy permalink
    11/10/2016 6:28 pm

    Mental Health Illness affects so many, my sister was raised all messed up. The issues I went through with her sucked (only word I can think of) as a young adult she tried to commit suicide and then when in the mental hospital they dx her bipolar. Now she still struggles but I am glad that they figured it out so maybe someday she can be a bit more level headed and get help she needs. Mental Health Illness runs deep in my family and it’s sad that so many look at it in a negative light and there isn’t a ton of help for people who suffer from it.

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  47. Jennifer permalink
    11/10/2016 7:09 pm

    My son and I have anxiety. It is not easy living with the disorder. He takes medication, but I stopped taking it because I was pregnant and then started nursing my baby. Some days are challenging. I do the best I can to stay focused and not let it get the best of me. My husband is also very supportive. I think that the more the general public are educated on mental health issues, the more supportive they will become. I tell my kids all the time to be more aware of other people’s feelings and if they have a mental illness. Really great post!

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  48. Ileana permalink
    11/10/2016 7:50 pm

    It is so interesting to me how different people and societies see mental health! I used to have panic attacks and anxiety and everyone in the european country I was living thought it was crazy and very weird…. and very uncomfortable. While in argentina, everyone I would tell about it would say they also had that during a certain period of their lives!

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  49. Dawn McAlexander permalink
    11/10/2016 8:07 pm

    A lot of people don’t take mental health very seriously. It has only really been at the forefront of the medical profession for a couple of decades. Thank you for reminding us all how important mental health is.

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  50. Adriana Lopez (@MrsALOMartin) permalink
    11/10/2016 9:51 pm

    Mental health is always something that is left behind and is not talked about. I am glad that now there is an awareness month and efforts to unveil the difficulties of having a mental illness.

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  51. carrie@thelavenderhytta permalink
    11/10/2016 11:09 pm

    Thank you for sharing this! I never knew it was World Mental Health Day! Our mental health is so important!

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  52. 조이 Czjai (@RebelSweetHrt) permalink
    11/10/2016 11:42 pm

    It’s a shame that there are still people who do not think of mental illnesses as a serious matter. 🙁 We need to make the world aware that such illnesses exist, even if it is not World Mental Health Day.

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  53. zim permalink
    12/10/2016 3:10 am

    The resistance of some to see a mental health professional is proof enough that mental health is not taken seriously. I buried my best friend, mentor and cousin to depression 3 years ago. Every time I state her cause of death to someone who wants to know – I always get a feeling that if eye-rolling made noise it would be deafening. They just don’t believe it.

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  54. nbosken permalink
    12/10/2016 3:27 am

    As someone who doesn’t struggle with mental health issues, it can be difficult to know how to best care for loved ones who do. This is good, practical advice. Thank you for sharing it with us!

    Nina
    aworldofdresses.com

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  55. lips gone blue permalink
    12/10/2016 3:54 am

    as someone who deals with depression I agree that people should be more aware of mental health and not dismiss or disregard its importance because its something that can effects everyone not just a certain demographic

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  56. franckxethee permalink
    12/10/2016 5:05 am

    Mental Health Problems should come with proper support and understanding. It would really help that we are aware on proper care for them.

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  57. Erika Agostino permalink
    12/10/2016 5:38 am

    I like these motivations. Nice post, mental health day is new for me but very useful!

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  58. suchi permalink
    12/10/2016 8:41 am

    Thanks for writing about such an important issue… great post! Mental health is something people always dismiss taking care of!

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  59. thingssarahloves permalink
    12/10/2016 8:42 am

    Thank you so much for raising awareness on such an important issue. People are so quick to judge and do not realise that there are many illnesses which are not visible!

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  60. RonRon permalink
    12/10/2016 9:21 am

    It’s a very well written article. Thanks for sharing some important points about mental health. appreciated!

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  61. Natural Skin Care permalink
    12/10/2016 6:34 am

    I think people see a person with mental health issues and it reminds them of how fragile we all are. We are all susceptible.

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  62. Nicolas Puegher permalink
    12/10/2016 7:02 am

    Mental health is a complicated topic but I need to thank you for sharing this amazing post, the motivational series are awesome.

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  63. Babita permalink
    12/10/2016 8:05 am

    My friend has a family member with severe mental illness. I can see the stress on her. I wish more help is given not only to those with the illness, but also to those who have to deal with the family members.

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  64. planningthemagic permalink
    12/10/2016 11:40 am

    This is such a great article. I did not even know there was a such thing as Mental Health Day but I think its great. So many people are affected because of mental health issues and as a society we need to be better at shedding the light on the issue.

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  65. Shannon Graham permalink
    12/10/2016 9:29 am

    I actually started that day having no clue that it was both holidays. You have a lot of great info here!

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  66. Raymond Vasquez permalink
    12/10/2016 9:54 am

    It’s my first time to read a about World Mental Health. But I do know we need to be mentally healthy, and helping others too. Great to know about Mental First Aid.

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  67. Bhushavali permalink
    12/10/2016 10:32 am

    Many a times we end up considering only cases like down syndrome as mental health issues. Everyone has issues though it’s not as complicated. Depression bein the moat common I guess.

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  68. Jena Proctor permalink
    12/10/2016 1:39 pm

    Mental health education and awareness is so important!

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  69. krystel@planningthemagic permalink
    12/10/2016 11:39 am

    Such a great article! Don’t think we do enough today to break away from the stigma’s. I had no idea there was a world Mental health day but I think it’s great because this is an issue that affects so many people and we do not talk about it enough.

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  70. Liz Mays permalink
    12/10/2016 12:49 pm

    I really like how this is helping to diminish the stigma of mental health. It’s important!

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  71. Akhil Sharma permalink
    12/10/2016 1:23 pm

    Beautiful article!! We usually ignore mental health which is crucial than the physical health. I too had no idea about the World Mental Health day. Thanks

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  72. Julie Syl Kalungi permalink
    12/10/2016 3:10 pm

    I learnt abot world mental health day only this year ans I am glad you have extensively handled the topic. I was sure I left a comment on this subject and Sharing too!

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  73. purejackie permalink
    12/10/2016 4:29 pm

    Thank you for such a wonderful, well-written post about such an important topic. Yes we all struggle in our own ways with mental health and it is great to see people openly accepting this and seeking help when need be

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  74. Rose Pingol permalink
    12/10/2016 4:59 pm

    I had a friend who has a mental issue and it seems a lot of people taken it for granted, how insensitive they are! This is a very helpful post so I will share this to our friends.

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  75. Nicole Herose Cochingco - Escat permalink
    12/10/2016 5:01 pm

    I haven’t heard of this day, good to know about this. My friend’s kid has a mental issue and I’d like to help her, I accompanied her to a specialist most of the time. Now, I understand it more.

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  76. Fatima permalink
    12/10/2016 5:02 pm

    Mental illness isn’t something that is easy to cope with, regardless if it’s you who is dealing with it. I’ve worked with those who are a bit troubled and it’s not a walk in the park. Sometimes just being there to hear them out works wonders.

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  77. Nikki permalink
    12/10/2016 8:56 pm

    It’s so important to make mental health a priority. Thankfully it’s accepted to seek help when you need it.

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  78. Gervin Khan permalink
    12/10/2016 6:49 pm

    This is a nice read. I never thought that there is a special day like this, good to know about this. A very interesting subject that we tend to forget.

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  79. Nicole Haas Etolen permalink
    12/10/2016 7:21 pm

    This is a very sensitive topic but your post is so nice to read. I hope that everyone will be aware of this issue.

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  80. Lisa Rios permalink
    12/10/2016 7:42 pm

    I never know we have a special day for World Mental Health Awareness. Depression is something which many of us go through in this crazy lifestyle we live in and it is so important to help each other to get through such hard phase!

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  81. Agnes Dela Cruz permalink
    12/10/2016 8:53 pm

    Education is always the key to everything, learning how we can cope and understand things around us and family members who suffers from such ailment can help always a big help.

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  82. Shub permalink
    13/10/2016 12:23 am

    Recently, one of the famous Bollywood actresses talked openly about her depression issue. Like you mentioned this topic often meets with denial and rejection by the society and even family. We talk a lot about physical health. I guess more discussion necessary on mental health also.

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  83. Farrah permalink
    12/10/2016 11:11 pm

    Last year, I suffered from PPD and I also have PTSD, so I know the effects of mental illness all too well. Thank you for bringing awareness to such an important and often ignored topic.

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  84. jennifer L. permalink
    12/10/2016 11:33 pm

    I just love your post! Thank you for talking about mental health and really bring in a much needed spotlight.

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  85. hannah gee permalink
    13/10/2016 2:10 am

    Quite a touching post, since being a carer for my father who was been suffering for as long a can remember. I am glad that they have now brought in a day of awareness, it is definitely still frowned upon and even laughed about, which is so not helpful.
    Education is key like you said, it really is….

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  86. fortheloveofpeas permalink
    13/10/2016 2:42 am

    So much more knowledge on mental health than there used to be, but still a long way to go! Great post well done.

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  87. Violinkit permalink
    13/10/2016 3:06 am

    Yes I was very aware of Mental health Day on the 10th October. My mother has severe vascular dementia and is on her final stages of this horrific disease. I realised that all our mental health is so fragile and anyone can be affected by it as I have been myself with depression as a result of seeing my mother waste away . Thank you for high lighting this issue.

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  88. Dreammerin permalink
    13/10/2016 10:38 am

    This is very important message. I also think it need to be share to others in order to some kind of awareness.

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  89. dreaminglouddemo permalink
    13/10/2016 8:37 am

    Mental health is such taboo in Asia. I am happy it gradually changing. Some great words, nice read. Thanks for sharing

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  90. DecoPix (@TiinaTibs) permalink
    13/10/2016 12:29 pm

    Mental health day is a great thing as it’s important to get people to know more about it. It’s hard for the person who’s suffering from it but also for family members.

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  91. Audrey permalink
    13/10/2016 1:44 pm

    I had no idea that it was mental health day! I love when people open conversations about how to better the world for everyone!

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  92. lex permalink
    13/10/2016 1:52 pm

    my only pain is that mental health isnt given the much needed attention it deserves all round the world. and this in return is affecting and eating deep down the society.

    Reply
  93. katrinajeancarter permalink
    13/10/2016 6:04 pm

    This is a very important issue and I am very thankful you are shedding some light into it. I used to suffer from depression an self-harm. One thing that helped me recover from it is accepting the fact that it is NOT me and NOT part of me.

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  94. CJ | Thirty30Courtney.com permalink
    13/10/2016 7:34 pm

    Mental health is always important. Self-care is something that a lot of people don’t do but it’s necessary and expressing compassion and understanding can go a long way.

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  95. April Mims permalink
    13/10/2016 7:41 pm

    I’m glad to see that mental health is becoming more widely talked about. It’s really difficult for some people to understand when they haven’t had to deal with it – but it affects so many people and help and compassion should be readily available.

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  96. thecherylf permalink
    14/10/2016 5:54 pm

    Mental Health should always be part of our priority as it will affect not only one but to everyone around. I had an almost serious depression after giving birth to my son. It’s very difficult dealing the situation because I can’t tell anything to anyone. Not even to my family. I often couldn’t put myself to sleep. Lots of things getting inside my mind and felt so uncontrollably dangerous. The only thing I did was to never lose hope. Everything will get better in time. Thanks for sharing.

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  97. Nellwyn Lampert (@cardinalpress) permalink
    14/10/2016 4:39 pm

    I didn’t know it was World Mental Health Day recently and this is definitely an issue that’s very important to me! Posts like this are exactly what we need to keep raising awareness around mental health issues.

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  98. Vyjay Rao permalink
    14/10/2016 11:35 pm

    It is a pity that mental health is still not recognized as any other physical illness. There is still a lot of social stigma attached to it across the world which comes in the way of the right treatment for the patient at the right time.

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  99. Laura permalink
    15/10/2016 5:10 am

    In some ways it is as hard to go through it as it is to be with a loved one who is going through it. It has impacted on my life, but I don’t feel this is the place to elaborate more on that for now. Thanks for sharing these resources. 🙂

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  100. Shannon Graham permalink
    15/10/2016 10:25 am

    I believe that mental illness is hard for people to understand and therefore, it is written off. It’s so real and life-altering. I wish people had more empathy.

    Reply
  101. JamericanSpice (@Jamericanspice) permalink
    15/10/2016 4:31 pm

    I think I am fighting a mental health crisis myself because of my marriage and how unhealthy things are. I will not be sure what end I will come out.

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  102. jamandteablog permalink
    15/10/2016 9:04 pm

    It is posts like these that really help the movement of destigmatizing mental health. Thanks so much for sharing these resources and inspiration.

    Reply
  103. Erlene Amat permalink
    16/10/2016 2:13 am

    I had no idea that mental health day was the same day as Columbus Day, which my son thinks we shouldn’t celebrate since he believes Columbus did not really discover America. Anyway, we have dealt with mental illness and I’m glad that people are talking about it a bit more. Sometimes everyone goes through rough patches and shouldn’t feel ashamed to reach out for help.

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  104. DecoPix (@TiinaTibs) permalink
    16/10/2016 10:18 am

    Once again I faced a situation where people didn’t understand that a person who acted a bit strangely is because she’s not mentally fine but suffering from mental disorders. It’s vital to talk about these problems more and make it clear that it’s a health issue and can be fixed with right medication and professional help.

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  105. Leigh Anne permalink
    16/10/2016 3:53 pm

    What is normal? That’s just a story that we tell ourselves.I know this to be true. My family has had a history of mental illness and one thing that we have always stressed is that we are not define by our illness. It can be so hard at times though as the world does not always accept us.

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  106. jamie permalink
    17/10/2016 6:18 am

    What a great idea! I know I am not the only one who could use a mental health day…

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  107. Tiffany Yong permalink
    17/10/2016 9:17 am

    I’ve recently just caught a film, The accountant, which talks about autism and mental health. The amount of patience and love needed to care for these people is admirable. Hope more people will be more aware and stop discriminating.

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  108. Kelly (@KickingWKelly) permalink
    17/10/2016 3:27 pm

    I was just talking to my daughter about the mental illness that runs in our family. So many who have mental illness are biased against.

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  109. Maria@closetohome permalink
    19/10/2016 2:25 pm

    I used to work in Social Services and mental health is not a joke. I am glad they take a day to make it more aware to general public.

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  110. Karlaroundtheworld | Karla permalink
    25/10/2016 3:03 pm

    Along the lines up there for “compassionate support”, I’ve seen family members fail that part many times. This reminds me of a certain someone who isn’t blood-related that came to our aid and was an infinite source of emotional support. Mental illness is serious and should not be treated casually with our usual “tips and advice”, you need to understand what’s behind the curtain.

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  111. Mhaan Arambulo (@momyrockinstyle) permalink
    27/10/2016 4:33 pm

    Mental health is something not to joke around. Depression is a thing that everyone must take seriously. Thanks for sharing!

    Mhaan

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  112. cre8tone kylie permalink
    31/10/2016 11:46 pm

    Very good awareness.. Many ppl tend to neglect importance of maintaining mental health…

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  113. Author Brandi Kennedy permalink
    01/02/2017 6:12 am

    The world needs many more posts like this – we’ve made so much progress in recent years, but there’s still so much stigma attached to any struggle with mental illness/wellness, and it’s sad. We need to be kind enough to work more at supporting each other in the hard times, just as we need to be secure enough to work at encouraging people in the good.

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  114. DrKLeeBanks permalink
    20/09/2017 5:58 pm

    I know this is an older post, but it caught my attention, because I’ve just been blogging about it myself NOW, in November 2017! Our mental health should be a high priority for us and we deserve to take care of ourselves first of all, FOR ourselves, and then for the sake of our loved ones.

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  115. Melanie permalink
    11/10/2019 3:38 am

    So good to know and thank you for writing about something so important

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  116. Lyka permalink
    11/10/2019 3:46 am

    THis is really a very important topic. Thank you for writing about an issue as important as mental health. Yes let’s break the stigma

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  117. Dalene Ekirapa permalink
    11/10/2019 5:25 am

    I really appreciate that there are so many talks around mental health of late- at least, that helps to make people more open-minded and willing to handle the issue. But as always, we have to keep on learning more on mental health and also, be mindful of our words and actions.

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  118. Cindy B permalink
    11/10/2019 6:41 am

    Great post! I think many of us take good mental health for granted but it’s so important!

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  119. Kenya permalink
    11/10/2019 6:50 am

    I had no idea it was mental health day . I love the idea of motivation Monday’s and I think it’s important to educate people on mental health because it effects a lot of people .

    Great detailed post

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  120. WritesandBlogs permalink
    11/10/2019 8:37 am

    Very good topic in fact very genuine for todays world. Instead of considering mental health as a sickness proper attention should be given to help the person overcome it. There can be multiple reasons which should be understood and remedies provided to help them survive happily.

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  121. Nate permalink
    11/10/2019 12:03 pm

    It all stars with developing a better understanding of mental illness and face our fears.

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  122. Patricia M. permalink
    11/10/2019 12:59 pm

    This is a great post. So many people are oblivious of mental health situation in this country especially. If each and everyone of us get educated on the subject it would make it a lot of difference on the lives of people around us.

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  123. Emily Fata permalink
    11/10/2019 2:51 pm

    This is so important to be sharing! Thank you for speaking up and helping to change the conversation for the better.

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  124. Samar permalink
    11/10/2019 3:28 pm

    Mental health should be taken very seriously.

    Thanks for sharing the awareness.

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  125. You, Me and Benny permalink
    11/10/2019 6:02 pm

    Great post! Mental health is VERY important and the more it’s talked about the more it helps!

    Reply
  126. Sushmita Malakar (@sushmitamalakar) permalink
    11/10/2019 8:19 pm

    I am so happy to see that more and more people are talking about mental health and suicide. I am so sure that the purpose of this year’s mental health day is partially solved. People are talking about it 🙂

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  127. Serena Rogers permalink
    11/10/2019 10:08 pm

    I think that the taboo around mental health is slowly being dissolved away by raising awareness and employers starting to take responsibility also! Fab post! Keep it up!

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  128. bluebox2310 permalink
    12/10/2019 1:06 am

    Very important subject that affects so many of us. Thank you for sharing.

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  129. MUDPIEFRIDAYS permalink
    12/10/2019 3:13 am

    Thanks for making Mental Health article. Many people suffering on this now. Let’s spread this to get to know by many how Mental Health issue is getting Higher. Godbless!

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  130. WritesandBlogs permalink
    12/10/2019 4:04 am

    Your articles are really inspiring and creates awareness on some of the important aspects of life and society. We must not ignore the mental aspect, it is very important and essential to help out anyone in this situation.

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  131. oneqa permalink
    12/10/2019 5:26 am

    Mental health is very important and people need to look out.It is true it doesnt affect only an individual but also people who surround them.Thanks for the insight.

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  132. Kristin O'Ferrall permalink
    12/10/2019 6:46 am

    Thank you for bringing additional attention and awareness to a subject that has been addressed in the past. May anyone suffering feel empowered to ask for help and others to be there to offer help.

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  133. Adreanne permalink
    12/10/2019 7:29 am

    I love that you’re bringing awareness to this. There shouldn’t be this negative stigma around mental health. It should be a normal thing to talk about.

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  134. Emily permalink
    12/10/2019 8:33 am

    We all need to pay attention to those around us who are dealing with mental health issues and reach out more.

    Reply
  135. Catherine Santiago Jose permalink
    12/10/2019 8:58 am

    This post gives us a better understanding with regards to mental health and how we can support and talk to a person that are facing this kind of health problem.

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  136. Move on Space permalink
    12/10/2019 12:30 pm

    What a wonderful post. Thanks for sharing.

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  137. momi berlin permalink
    12/10/2019 1:10 pm

    this is much appreciated. a kind reminder that mental health is something sensitive an issue but important to attend to with urgency, respect, and underatanding

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  138. Joanna permalink
    13/10/2019 1:14 am

    I have noticed a lot of people talking on social media this year about the World Mental Health Day this year. This is very encouraging, as this seems to be the first year when so many people are feeling the need to say something and spread the word about this day. There are still so many people who are afraid to open up about their suffering because of others rejecting them. I see this year as a step forward.

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  139. Polly Amora permalink
    13/10/2019 6:21 am

    At some point in my life I’ve struggled with mental illness. I was only able to recover because of the people around me. They were patient and understanding and they tried so hard to get me out of the dark. Which, I’m extremely grateful.

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  140. Farah Faz permalink
    13/10/2019 12:46 pm

    I love reading blogs like this… We address this more and more, we help more people out there.

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  141. aisasami permalink
    13/10/2019 1:04 pm

    Everyone has experienced a time where there mental health unstable. However, in today’s society, people brush mental instability off as being weak or not really important. And thus, terrible things happen. As we march towards the future, we need to think about mental health more often and how us, as a society and the world, have to lend our hands for support.

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  142. Simon Starchevsky permalink
    13/10/2019 2:30 pm

    Mental health is of vital importance for every person. Even perfectly healthy people still deal with mental imbalances and anomalies every once in a while. Awareness and effective techniques are useful for everyone to mitigate the negative effects.

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  143. itsahero permalink
    13/10/2019 3:02 pm

    So I basically ignored that the day was columbus day (because indigenous people MATTER), but I DID celebrate World Mental Health Day!

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  144. Marrel Notov permalink
    13/10/2019 10:48 pm

    Thank you for raising awareness on this, so many are suffering in silence and the more we know, the more we can help de-stigmatize mental health.
    XO, MJ

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  145. Krysten (@WeirdGirlBlog) permalink
    14/10/2019 4:21 am

    Amen to this. My husband works with technology that supports mental health and it’s just so important. Thank you so much for sharing this with us!

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  146. Adi permalink
    14/10/2019 5:25 am

    You are so right. We all need to make a concerted effort to invest in public dialogue and policies.

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  147. Matt Epley permalink
    14/10/2019 6:02 am

    I’d never heard of PFA until your post. Thank you! I downloaded the PFA PDF ASAP…LOL?

    Seriously though, this is such an important post about a subject dear to my heart. Thank you for sharing such high quality content with the world. Bravo!

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  148. Michael David Oyco permalink
    14/10/2019 6:23 am

    Not to break something but I think mental health is now overrated. almost everyone are talking about it and saying they have it. Hopefully some people put light on its specifics.

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  149. F-P permalink
    14/10/2019 9:00 am

    Very good and informative post about mental health.
    People shouldn’t be scared to talk about their mental ‘problems’.
    But I guess that is a lot easier said than done.

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  150. Samar permalink
    14/10/2019 12:14 pm

    I was not aware of Columbus day.

    Thanks for the informative post. Every time I come here, I learn something new.

    Good job.

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  151. Danielle permalink
    14/10/2019 4:16 pm

    I think that is is so important to talk about this topic to help break the stigma of mental health. I think that too many times, people are too embarassed to talk about their mental health.

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  152. Mila R permalink
    14/10/2019 8:25 pm

    Thank you for this article about an issue as important as mental health. My believe are different than yours, but debate is important.

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  153. Erik the Hungry Traveller permalink
    14/10/2019 11:52 pm

    Support is essential to aid us with good mental health. Whenever we feel down it really helps if you have someone to talk to. Sadly this is easier said than what is observed in our society right now.

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  154. Olya Amanova permalink
    14/10/2019 11:58 pm

    It is all over social media and nice to find a reminder about this day here on my favorite informative channel.

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  155. TweenselMom (@TweenselMom) permalink
    15/10/2019 4:01 am

    Thank you for featuring this in your blog. We all have to pause and check our mental health from time to time. What we put in is what also put out.

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  156. MUDPIEFRIDAYS permalink
    15/10/2019 4:23 am

    Thank you for spreading awareness on mental health issue. This is very alarming. And everyone needs to be aware about this. I will spread the word as i can!

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  157. Kiwi permalink
    15/10/2019 9:47 pm

    I love that you posted this on 10/10. I love there is a day dedicated to mental healthy but people should monitor it all year long.

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  158. Rose A (@mail4rosey) permalink
    15/10/2019 11:44 pm

    As a teacher, I see mental health in so many ways affecting some of my students. It is something that can truly be tragic and I think drawing awareness, bringing it to the forefront, and helping people understand it better, can help in so many different ways.

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  159. Kuburat Tokurah permalink
    16/10/2019 6:23 am

    Mental illness is steadily becoming a growing pain that different families are suffering from right now.
    It’s a helpful decision on your part to be talking about it and offering useful insight.
    Thanks!

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  160. optimizeforseo permalink
    17/10/2019 7:47 pm

    Hey,
    That sounds awesome. It really looks nice and the information mentioned in the post is really good.

    Thanks
    Aashirvad Kumar

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  161. Twinspirational permalink
    18/10/2019 3:00 pm

    Thanks for sharing awareness, 26% is so big.. Supportive,loving and happy friends could definitely lessen the risk of depression, I hope those who have such problems could open up more.

    Reply
  162. Adventures with Shelby permalink
    23/10/2019 2:25 pm

    I’d like to think I am prepared to give compassionate support but informing myself is still important!

    Reply
  163. jen schreiner permalink
    20/10/2021 3:32 am

    I didn’t know about Psychological First Aid but that is a really good idea. I believe we could all use a little help. It has been a trying year.

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  164. Luna S permalink
    20/10/2021 3:58 am

    Mental health is such an important thing to keep an eye on! It is always a good idea to take a day off and spend it treating yourself or just relaxing, and it is also nice to check up on friends/family to make sure they are doing alright as well.

    Reply
  165. risalopez permalink
    20/10/2021 8:19 am

    I love all those motivational messages. Thanks for sharing and inspiring us.

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  166. Oscar permalink
    20/10/2021 3:13 pm

    Yes we all need to develop a better understanding of mental illness and face our fears.

    Reply
  167. Fransic verso permalink
    20/10/2021 3:44 pm

    Mental health is important and taking a day of the year to have world mental health is awesome. It’s interesting what to do in this day!

    Reply
  168. cinny permalink
    20/10/2021 3:47 pm

    I think it’s nice to be discreet and helpful. Offer help where it is wanted so they feel supported but not overwhelmed.

    Reply
  169. Chrissy permalink
    21/10/2021 2:00 am

    Be Thankful & Grateful always for Everything ❤ There may be good or bad days but just hang in there and pray 🙂 #worldmentalhealthday #notetoself

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  170. Alita pacio permalink
    21/10/2021 2:08 am

    Thanks for spreading awareness. We are getting more and more mental health issues these days.

    Reply
  171. Beth Pierce permalink
    21/10/2021 2:09 am

    this is such a great reminder. We need to take more actions towards our mental health

    Reply
  172. AscendingButterfly permalink
    21/10/2021 2:40 am

    As a Life and Career Coach I often have to refer clients for psychological care first and foremost and all were grateful that I did, this country just doesn’t prioritize mental health and mental well-being the way it should. This world definitely needs more compassion.

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  173. AscendingButterfly permalink
    21/10/2021 2:49 am

    As a Life and Career Coach I often have to refer clients for psychological care first and foremost and all were grateful that I did, this country just doesn’t prioritize mental health and mental well-being the way it should. This world definitely needs more compassion. 😉

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  174. Michele @ ourredonkulouslife permalink
    21/10/2021 3:05 am

    I love that the conversation of mental health is becoming a topic we talk more about. It sucks with all these people in the world we were all taught its every person for themselves. We often think we are alone in a situation when in reality we are not. So many people lost their life because they thought they were alone.

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  175. Elise Ho permalink
    21/10/2021 4:34 am

    Every day I have a single goal … To be as positive a person as I can be and to have a positive outlook.

    Reply
  176. adriana permalink
    21/10/2021 9:08 am

    Thank you for bringing awareness to this matter!

    Reply
  177. Nicz Escat permalink
    21/10/2021 4:15 pm

    I’m not really aware of this day. Thanks for sharing about it. I believe it’s so important for most of us to know about it

    Reply
  178. Thena Franssen permalink
    21/10/2021 4:43 pm

    Mental health needs to be talked about more and not as a bad thing. I have bad anxiety and have been struggling with it my whole life and have been pushing it aside. The past few years I have been focusing more on my mental health and it has been a HUGE change.

    Reply
  179. Lissy permalink
    23/10/2021 6:43 am

    Thanks for sharing this post – it’s so important to speak about and shed light on such important topics as mental health!

    Reply
  180. Ave permalink
    27/10/2021 2:11 am

    We were just talking the other day that it’s great that the mental health is being discussed so openly and not being stigmatized that much anymore. Great article!

    Reply
  181. Richelle Escat permalink
    27/10/2021 3:03 am

    I didn’t know that World Mental Health is today. Thanks for sharing such an informative post. I feel sad for those who doesn’t have someone to talk to.

    Reply
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  183. Nkem permalink
    27/10/2021 7:56 am

    Mental health day is everyday if I could say so myself!

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    27/10/2021 10:34 pm

    Nnnniiiiccceeeee…I loved this theme of 2016, where many of us faced so many life-changing events without knowing who could offer us some PFA! It’s no wonder very few ever get to make it to the professionals, with the existence of people that offer us PFA!

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