Everyoneâs experience with their mental health is unique.
YourâŻfamily history, upbringing, relationships with others, and past experiences can all impact how your mental health shows up in your everyday life.
Chances are, you or someone you care about may be dealing with challenges with their mental health. Itâs an experience that many of us share, even though it doesnât always seem like it. Oftentimes, these experiences arenât talked about because thereâs still a lot of stigma around mental health, especially in communities that have less awareness or understanding of it. Many of us werenât shown how to express our emotions growing up or given the opportunity to talk about our feelings.
Regularly checking in on how youâre feeling, communicating your emotions and needs with others, and learning how to manage your emotions and know when and where to seek help, are all ways you can strengthen your relationship with yourself and the people around you. đ
On the other hand, maybe you want to try and start a conversation with a friend or loved one about their mental health. Some ways to start this can look like: