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Writer's pictureDany DuBois

Understanding Mental Health

Mental health is a topic that's often shrouded in silence, fear, and shame. It's an invisible struggle that affects us all, whether we realise it or not. A journey to good mental health is fraught with challenges, setbacks, and triumphs, and it's one that we must all take, in one way or another.

At its core, mental health is about finding balance, about nurturing the mind, body, and soul, and about finding a sense of purpose and meaning in life. It's about learning to recognise and manage our emotions, our thoughts, and our behaviours, and it's about seeking help when we need it.

Yet, despite its importance, mental health remains a taboo topic, one that's often relegated to the shadows, whispered about in hushed tones. It's a topic that's steeped in stigma and shame, one that's often met with misunderstanding and judgment.

But that's why it's so important to break the silence, to speak up, and to share our stories. It's in our vulnerability that we find strength, and it's in our honesty that we find hope. In therapy we open up a dialogue about mental health, to create safe spaces where you can feel seen, heard, and validated. We need to shatter the myths and misconceptions that surround mental illness, and we need to provide access to quality care and resources for all those who need it.

Above all, we need to remember that discussing mental health is not a weakness, but a strength. It's a testament to our resilience, our capacity for growth and healing, and our inherent worth and value as human beings.

So let us break the silence, and speak out about mental health. Let us show compassion, empathy, and understanding towards ourselves and others, and let us work together to build a world that values mental health as much as physical health.


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