Mental wellbeing is an integral and essential part of our health. The good news is that there are steps you can take to deal with it.
How we define our mental health is very personal. Some people define it by how they think and feel – their ability to deal with the ups and downs of life. Others may see it as having an emotional and spiritual resilience that enables you to enjoy life and to survive any pain, disappointment or sadness.
Being mentally healthy is a state of wellbeing where we:
- realise our own abilities;
- can cope with the normal stresses of life;
- are able to form and maintain stable, rewarding relationships;
- can work productively and are able to contribute to our community.
The Take 5 Steps to Wellbeing campaign highlights five things that we can all build into our daily life to improve our mental wellbeing. The five simple steps that help to maintain and improve a person’s wellbeing are: connect, keep learning, be active, take notice and give.
Evidence indicates that a person who practises all five steps as part of their daily routine will feel higher levels of wellbeing. For more information, visit https://www.mindingyourhead.info/mental-health-and-wellbeing/take-5-steps-wellbeing
Remember, things won't always go your way, but keep
at it and you'll find that you can start to make small
changes for the better.
Seek Advice ↓
If you feel that you need support with your mental health, visit the Minding Your Head website to search for services available in your local area.
You can also see a range of self-help guides on common mental health conditions and issues that impact mental health. These include contact details for local services who can provide support.
If you’re in distress or despair, call Lifeline on 0808 808 8000 and talk to an experienced counsellor. Lifeline operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and is free to call from UK landlines and mobiles.
