How You Feelin’?

Experiencing highs and lows in life is common in small doses. Life can be a bit like riding a rollercoaster – ups and downs, smiles, and frowns. These ups and downs aren’t necessarily cause for alarm. But, if unpleasant feelings last for days and days on end with little respite and if this stops you from doing the things you can usually do or want to do, get on the front foot, and take action.

Take a moment right now to STOP and REFLECT on how you’re feeling about YOU.

Are you feeling? 

Well

This is when life is hunky-dory. You’re likely feeling positive, resilient, and charging through your days.

What to do when you’re feeling well: Quite simply, keep doing what you’re doing, maintain the rage. That said, regardless of how well you’re feeling, we encourage you to always prioritise self-care and social support – this will help to keep you on that well path.

Are you feeling?

Shaky

This is when life is throwing you a few curveballs. It might feel like you’re dodging and weaving a few of life’s hurdles. You’re likely experiencing a few challenges over several days, but you’re managing to get through your days okay.

What to do when you’re feeling shaky: It’s super important to really ramp up and prioritise self-care and social support. Take charge of your mental health so you can quickly return to a state of feeling well.

Are you feeling like you’re…?

Spiralling

Yeah, nah – things aren’t great! This is when things are getting on top of you, and you feel like you’re starting to drown. Doing what you need to do is probably proving very challenging. Bouncing back is tough.

What to do when you’re spiralling: Prioritise self-care and social support, but please also consider professional support.

Are you feeling?

Unwell

This is when you’re in the hurt locker – F*** THIS, you might be cursing to yourself! Things have not been improving for several weeks now. Doing what you need to do is probably proving very challenging. Perhaps life’s challenges seem almost impossible to overcome despite some of your best efforts to feel better. We feel you!

What to do when you’re feeling unwell: Prioritise self-care and social support and reach out for professional support…please! It Ain’t Weak to Speak.

An important thing to remember as you assess how you’re feeling, is that you don’t typically become unwell or develop mental ill-health instantly. More often than not it’s a journey, albeit one that is not taken voluntarily, a journey filled with complexity and a number of different variables. What this means is that there are points along this journey where you can stop and reflect on how you’re feeling and take appropriate action to change your course for the better! BUT YOU MUST TAKE ACTION. If you change nothing, nothing will change. 

Check-In-With Yourself Regularly & Take Action.