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During 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤, it's great to see so many people spotlighting articles and resources that can help you or someone you know improve their mental health.   However, far too often those posts are pushing the notion of: ➡️"Just be more positive" ➡️ "Look on the bright side of things" ➡️ "Keep your chin up".   These phrases and many more enforce toxic positivity, which is the idea of maintaining a positive attitude no matter what. ❌   This good-vibes only approach ignores the fact that we can't be happy all of the time, mental health is more than being happy every day, it's accepting and understanding the range of emotions that comes with being human. 🧠   So, whilst it's amazing to raise awareness of mental health, let's not forget it's importance until next Mental Health Awareness Week. If someone is reaching out on the other 51 weeks of the year, actively listen and be mindful that your response is helpful and not encouraging them to suppress their emotions. 💗   "𝘔𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩 & 𝘸𝘦𝘭𝘭𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴, 𝘪𝘴 𝘭𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘳𝘺𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘺𝘱𝘢𝘴𝘴 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘰 𝘸𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘵'𝘴 𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘶𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘮𝘶𝘤𝘩 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘦𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘥𝘢𝘳𝘬." G.Digital | G&T (girls and tech!)

We know the importance of prioritising mental health when it comes to wellbeing, and 10 October marks World Mental Health Day. We know that not everyone with a mental health condition experiences an issue with AOD. And not everyone who drinks, or uses drugs, will experience mental ill health. Here, we explain the relationship between AOD & mental health, and share some support services available. 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wNCoy

"I am feeling sick 🤢" Have you ever felt like that even though you are completely alright? Maybe you are not. Maybe you ARE sick. A healthy state encompasses physical, mental, and social well-being. The latter two being often overlooked, especially mental health, as it is internal and doesn't show any obvious symptoms. In this era of fast-paced working models and unfair workplaces, one has to make conscious efforts to maintain a healthy state of mind. There are variety of workouts and exercises to maintain our physical self but, here are some points that will help you ramp up your mental health.

Have you ever felt like traditional treatment options just weren't enough for your depression? You're not alone. Millions grapple with treatment-resistant mental health conditions. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is emerging as a promising alternative, but navigating the process can be daunting, especially when it comes to something as unfamiliar as TMS. That's why I’m sharing my TOP 5 TMS tips you NEED to know before starting treatment. Get insider info from my personal experience to make the most of transcranial magnetic stimulation. ✅ Get the inside scoop on what to expect from someone who’s been there! Click the link in the comments to watch the video now! Let's break new ground in mental health awareness, together.

Let’s break the stigma around mental health. For many people, talking about mental health is the first step to getting support. That’s why our Mental Health and Wellbeing Programme empowers employees to take charge of their wellbeing journey with evidence-based resources. This article, in partnership with Kimberly Wilson, focuses on whole body mental health, which integrates science-backed nutrition, lifestyle, and psychological factors to help support your members’ mental health. Read the full article here: https://okt.to/KFGWyD #TimeToTalkDay

This year’s World Mental Health Day theme is “It is time to prioritise mental health in the workplace”. Veterinary professionals, we know that you carry the weight of having to work long hours, manage emotional situations when a pet is severely sick or dies, and deal with difficult clinical cases and euthanasia. As a result, this industry can be prone to suffering from mental health conditions, such as anxiety, depression and burnout. 💚 Remember that we all need support from time to time, so, if you’re feeling overwhelmed, it’s crucial to reach out to someone you trust for help. You can also reach out to Vetlife , who provides free help from experienced mental health professionals to vets and nurses experiencing mental health difficulties 🔗https://lnkd.in/dtSJbRA   Your mental wellbeing matters. 💚

Did you know that, despite pervasive stigma, mental illness is prevalent, affecting approximately 1 in 5 individuals who exhibit symptoms necessitating diagnosis each year? Conditions like anxiety disorder and major depression are particularly widespread. It's crucial to distinguish normal human emotions from clinical conditions to foster a deeper understanding and provide essential support. The emphasis on the concept of Mental Fitness is driven by the desire for universal comprehension that mental health is inherent to all of us, and together, we can proactively cultivate it. The goal of the Mental Fitness Diary is not to cure mental illness, but rather, to serve as a guide to help us navigate the spectrum of mental health, fostering resilience, self-awareness, and overall wellbeing. How are you utilizing your 2024 Mental Fitness & Wellbeing Diary so far?

Forbes article titled: A Psychologist Explains The Issue With Mental Health ‘Hyperawareness’ https://lnkd.in/eeinRYGz In essence, mental health awareness has ironically become a double-edged sword. While it has undoubtedly led to positive outcomes, such as increased recognition and support, it has also led some to become skeptical of their own natural range of emotions. This prompts individuals to become overly alert, cynical and on the look-out for anything that rings a psychological bell—creating a self-fulfilling prophecy that is now referred to as the “prevalence inflation hypothesis.” According to the 2024 study, social media platforms—once revered for pioneering the discussion of mental health awareness—have paradoxically become breeding grounds for hyperawareness.

This is an interesting read! And shows how much is left for us to do for people to have the time, energy and financial freedom to do the exercise or movement they enjoy and will do consistently! I will say that I think it underestimates the amount of people not meeting the WHO guidelines, which are: - At least 150–300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic physical activity;  - Or at least 75–150 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity; or an equivalent combination of moderate- and vigorous-intensity activity throughout the week - Muscle-strengthening activities at moderate or greater intensity that involve all major muscle groups on 2 or more days a week, as these provide additional health benefits. The report says 36% don't meet these, I will say I don't know many people doing 2.5 - 5 hours of moderate activity AND 2 strength training sessions a week - this is an extra 1-2 hours of training on top of the moderate activity. I think the actual amount is much higher! I also think this is a problem, as many people see these numbers and think, what is the point? I encourage everyone to find ways to fit movement in, whether in short walks, movement snacks, or even finding 30 minutes twice a week to do an at-home circuit! One of the reasons in the report was financial reasons for not doing more movement. As much as we can say that exercise is free, some people are nervous, in pain, or unsure what to do to exercise. The real radical change happens when either government policy/funding or businesses fund more opportunities for people to partake in exercise and movement. I also think some people are nervous or worried about going to a gym and being seen or working out around others. From working with people in person, I know that one of the reasons they like coming to Unity is that it is a safe place to train while meeting them where they are!

It's #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek and this year's theme is #MomentsofMovement. We look at how important physical activity can boost our Mental Health. A simple walk can do so much for the mind. #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth