The COVID-19 pandemic has been a challenging time for managing our mental health. Lockdowns, social distancing requirements, travel restrictions, and the constantly changing position we find ourselves in is stressful. This makes prioritising our mental health and wellbeing more important than ever.
Good mental health is when we can cope with the stressors of our daily lives, participate in loving relationships, contribute to our community, and work towards our goals. Everyone has mental health. And we can all benefit from looking after our own mental health and the mental health of our communities.
This World Mental Health Day – October 10 – the message is simple:
“Look after your mental health, Australia.”
Mental Health Tips
- Stay active
- Eat well
- Connect with others
- Do something you enjoy each day
- Limit media consumption
- Keep to a routine
- Get an early night
- Be kind to yourself
- Maintain perspective
- Seek help
It’s normal to experience anxiety and stress resulting from the pandemic. Talking to trusted friends, family, or your GP can help you through.
Need support
Lifeline
13 11 14 – 24 hours a day
7 days a week
Lifeline Text
0477 13 11 14 – 6pm to midnight (AEDT)
7 nights a week
Beyond Blue
1300 22 4636
www.beyondblue.org.au
Butterfly Foundation National Helpline
1800 334 673
Carer Support
1800 242 636 or 1300 554 660
Kids Helpline
1800 55 1800
www.kidshelpline.com.au
MensLine Australia
1300 789 978
Reference – lookafteryourmentalhealthaustralia.org.au
