How do you talk about mental health?
We’ve come a long way in the conversation on mental health. What was once a subject brushed under the carpet, more people are now being vocal about their own experiences of mental illness. That doesn’t necessarily mean it’s an easy conversation, though. It can still feel awkward and uncomfortable, even with the best of intentions.
In fact, according to a survey nine in ten of us would avoid speaking to a friend who is struggling with their mental health to avoid an awkward conversation. According to the data, the top concerns included saying the wrong thing (39%), feeling uncomfortable (28%), or being rude (23%). But, it’s important to remember that, chances are, someone you know will have a mental health problem right now – a family member, a friend, a workmate. They might just not know how to tell you. So, we need to get over the fear of not getting the conversation right, and just try.
Instead of keeping our thoughts and feelings to ourselves, it honestly is a case of ‘two heads are better than one’
Talking our thoughts out loud enables us to make sense of our feelings. Often, our head is filled with an internal dialogue that is hard to stop or become clear. Talking allows us to get some perspective on our worries and reduces our anxiety and stress. So, instead of keeping our thoughts and feelings to ourselves, it honestly is a case of ‘two heads are better than one’ when it comes to talking about things that are important to us.
Here, we explore some tools and resources that can help you to get the conversation started – helping you to get involved and build awareness of mental health problems with your loved ones. Remember, it’s not always about knowing the best questions to ask or knowing the right thing to say, sometimes the most important thing is acknowledging that we all have mental health – and we can all struggle with our mental health from time to time.
Listen to podcasts
For many of us, the best way to disconnect from the trials and tribulations of life is by putting on our headphones – and, often, a podcast can do the trick. But, with so much variety on offer, where do you start? Listen motivational video or subscribe YouTube channel of Indira Mind Healing Centre. Whatever you like anything that speaks to you, share it – suggest that a loved one gives it a try or use the topics discussed as a talking point. Whether it’s their first time listening to a podcast or they’re a hardened podcast listener, everyone loves a recommendation.
Attend events
An event can be the perfect excuse to bring people together and encourage conversations you wouldn’t normally have. There are hundreds of mental health awareness events throughout the year, all with a focus on raising the profile of problems that can often go undiscussed. In your friend circle or any get together listen any previous recorded events jointly. It will be easy for you to discuss on the mental health topic.
Check out social media
Some accounts and hashtags of face book and instagram are helping to chip away at the silence, stigma, and ignorance that still surround mental health topics, even now.
There you can find account of Indira Mind Healing Centre. Read article there and share it or tag a loved one in a post that speaks to you. We know that social media is far from perfect, but its community-building powers have really improved in recent years. We spoke with Saparja Raha (Psychologist of Indira Mind Healing Centre) who feel that online communities have helped her patient to find support, guidance, and friendships.
Where to get help
If you're struggling with your mental health, finding a way to open up to a loved one can be difficult. Consult Indira Mind Healing Centre. Call 7044115338 for support.
In fact, according to a survey nine in ten of us would avoid speaking to a friend who is struggling with their mental health to avoid an awkward conversation. According to the data, the top concerns included saying the wrong thing (39%), feeling uncomfortable (28%), or being rude (23%). But, it’s important to remember that, chances are, someone you know will have a mental health problem right now – a family member, a friend, a workmate. They might just not know how to tell you. So, we need to get over the fear of not getting the conversation right, and just try.
Instead of keeping our thoughts and feelings to ourselves, it honestly is a case of ‘two heads are better than one’
Talking our thoughts out loud enables us to make sense of our feelings. Often, our head is filled with an internal dialogue that is hard to stop or become clear. Talking allows us to get some perspective on our worries and reduces our anxiety and stress. So, instead of keeping our thoughts and feelings to ourselves, it honestly is a case of ‘two heads are better than one’ when it comes to talking about things that are important to us.
Here, we explore some tools and resources that can help you to get the conversation started – helping you to get involved and build awareness of mental health problems with your loved ones. Remember, it’s not always about knowing the best questions to ask or knowing the right thing to say, sometimes the most important thing is acknowledging that we all have mental health – and we can all struggle with our mental health from time to time.
Listen to podcasts
For many of us, the best way to disconnect from the trials and tribulations of life is by putting on our headphones – and, often, a podcast can do the trick. But, with so much variety on offer, where do you start? Listen motivational video or subscribe YouTube channel of Indira Mind Healing Centre. Whatever you like anything that speaks to you, share it – suggest that a loved one gives it a try or use the topics discussed as a talking point. Whether it’s their first time listening to a podcast or they’re a hardened podcast listener, everyone loves a recommendation.
Attend events
An event can be the perfect excuse to bring people together and encourage conversations you wouldn’t normally have. There are hundreds of mental health awareness events throughout the year, all with a focus on raising the profile of problems that can often go undiscussed. In your friend circle or any get together listen any previous recorded events jointly. It will be easy for you to discuss on the mental health topic.
Check out social media
Some accounts and hashtags of face book and instagram are helping to chip away at the silence, stigma, and ignorance that still surround mental health topics, even now.
There you can find account of Indira Mind Healing Centre. Read article there and share it or tag a loved one in a post that speaks to you. We know that social media is far from perfect, but its community-building powers have really improved in recent years. We spoke with Saparja Raha (Psychologist of Indira Mind Healing Centre) who feel that online communities have helped her patient to find support, guidance, and friendships.
Where to get help
If you're struggling with your mental health, finding a way to open up to a loved one can be difficult. Consult Indira Mind Healing Centre. Call 7044115338 for support.