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“I have to figure this out on my own” This was a lie I often told myself and it made me weak, not strong. It took a lot of courage to reframe my thoughts and recognize that asking for help was a sign of strength, not a weakness. Asking for help: 🌿 Promotes Well-Being: Talking about challenges can alleviate stress and prevent burnout. 🌿 Builds Resilience: Support systems provide tools and strategies to navigate difficulties. 🌿 Encourages Growth: Seeking help fosters learning and personal development. 🌿 Strengthens Relationships: It deepens connections and builds trust with others. This piece that I did with Randell Adjei for Kids Help Phone’s Feel Out Loud campaign really reminds us of the importance of asking help. Thank you Katherine (Kathy) Hay ICD.D and the team for having us spread this important message. Ultimately, everyone needs support at times, and seeking help is a proactive step towards maintaining your mental health. Watch full video here: https://lnkd.in/gEfEFvqE

Having to work on my own mental health over the years has meant I have built up some pretty full tool boxes. Even still, I am also always looking for new tools to add to my collection or upgrading the tools I do have. If you are feeling stuck with your mental health it might just be that you haven't got the right tools to use, or haven't learnt how to use them properly. Maybe the tools you were using that used to work just aren't doing the job any more. One tool (Or maybe we are more like a toolbox 🤔) you can try using is working with a health coach who specialises in mental health, like me . We can help you to work out what you need, teach you those tools/skills and help you to start using them and moving forwards in the direction you want head - building the life you want. 🧰 What are you struggling with? 🧰 How well are the tools you have working? 🧰 What tools do you still need to allow you to move forwards? 🧰 What are you going to do to get those tools?

🏊♀️ Dive deep into our latest blog post and discover the transformative power of self-acceptance on the journey to improved mental health! 💚 Read our May blog: https://lnkd.in/gUeZUmar

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, providing an opportunity for County Fire to promote open dialogue and support for mental wellness. Remember, it's okay not to be okay, and seeking help is a sign of strength. Should you or a loved one find yourself in crisis and not know where to turn, dial 988 to get help. Trained counselors are available 24/7 to offer support by phone or an in-person response, depending on the nature of the situation. This service provided by the County of Santa Clara is free, anonymous, and confidential, with no information shared unless in-person dispatch is required. Language interpretation is available in more than 200 languages. Remember to prioritize your mental health and check-in on loved ones - we’ll all be stronger together.

Warning: this episode details self-harm. I thought it was important to have an episode talking about self-harm during Mental Health Awareness Month. It is very prevalent, especially among the younger population now, and is misunderstood often. Please be aware this episode goes into some specifics, but I think it’s very informative, especially if you have a loved one struggling and you don’t understand it. https://lnkd.in/ek-aq-fx

In case you haven't yet noticed, its High Five day - otherwise known as Friday! It is also the last day of Mental Health Awareness Month. My challenge for you today is to take some time to reflect - even if it is a simple ten minutes - on ways you can take care of your own mental health year round. Be kind, stay awesome 🙌 David Markham Charlotte Wiseman Madeleine Shaw GAICD, PCC Ben Ryan, Sofie Jacobs Martine Beaumont Poppy Jaman OBE, Hon.PhD, MBA. Transform.Perform #mentalhealthawarenessmonth https://lnkd.in/gv7PnqQp

It's Mental Health Awareness week. When I first started at Reed, I remember a training course where we spoke about getting out of the red... and back into the black. How do you press reset when you're having a difficult day? It's empowering to know how to regain control when things are going wrong. Some of the techniques I find most effective are: Taking a screen break - make a coffee, stretch your legs... and breathe. Have something to look forward to - whether it's travelling, plans to see a friend, or even walking the dog (on a sunny day, of course! Trudging in the rain isn't quite as helpful) Know your boundaries - this lesson took me a long time. I don't like to say no or let anyone down and would find myself overwhelmed. However, it isn't about letting people down, it's about creating balance, and I've become stronger at work and at home for knowing this. If this is something that you struggle with, Reed are hosting a free webinar in the art of saying 'no'. You can register to attend for free here: https://bit.ly/3Qt70pd

It’s never too late to have a conversation about mental health. 🧠💬 Our Time to Talk Day campaign may have been a bit later than most, but we tactically decided to launch it during Zero Harm Week to ensure it had the greatest impact possible. Wondering what we did? Well, our ADSL mental health first aiders came up with a creative concept - they created word search puzzles that had to be completed while listening to distracting noises 🎧. This exercise effectively illustrated how distractions can have a significant impact on our mental well-being and our ability to focus, ultimately shedding light on the complexities of mental health and promoting open conversations about sensitive yet essential subjects. Learn more about Time to Talk and get tips on how to start important conversations 👉 https://t.ly/Ap0-H #TimetoTalk #Wellbeing #WellbeingWednesday #EndTheStigma  

Attention all! We regret to inform you that we have to reschedule our upcoming webinar "Building Resilience - Mental Health Challenges and ADHD in Construction" due to unforeseen circumstances. PBC keynote speaker, Dr. Julie, has unfortunately lost her voice and is unable to deliver the session as planned. However, we understand the importance of this topic and Calm will host another webinar on May 15th at 9:00 a.m. PT. Join them for "Cultivating Your Calm: A Mental Health Awareness Month Conversation," covering topics such as well-being, mental health routine, becoming a mental health ally, and creating inclusive programs. Register here: https://bit.ly/4acmlS3 We apologize for any inconvenience.

🎾 🌟 𝙐𝙋𝘾𝙊𝙈𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝙒𝙀𝘽𝙄𝙉𝘼𝙍!🌟 🎾 Join us for Mental Health Awareness Month! This session will shed light on various pressures athletes face as well as emphasize the importance of proactive coaching interventions. Register: https://bit.ly/3Wy0gtQ