The past 18 month have been an incredible challenge and the emotional and mental impact has left nobody untouched.
Many people are afraid of the word depression.
There are many facets to depression: becoming anti social, disruption of sleep patterns, loss of real human connections. This time has reminded us of how fragile we can be and the impact on our mental well being has been heavy. We are still learning the lessons from this ongoing pandemic and I will share a key action you can take today to help yourself and others.
Invest in people when you are doing well and don’t think you don’t need anybody.
Here’s an idea. Start making this your New Year Resolution and act upon it today. The most healing thing we can do for ourselves and others is to reach out and help, to be there, to love one another. There is a tremendous value in service. Helping others provides you with a positive return on your mental wellness. If someone asks how you are doing, they genuinely care about the answer.
Call someone today and ask “Are you okay?”
And then simply listen. Service is the thing.