#ruokday – @goldenthreadsdontbreakeasily on Tumblr

R U OK? 3 words we perhaps don't use often enough; 3 words that may change or even save someone's life. We all have our own busy lives to take care of; and we all struggle at times, and that's important. But as Brene Brown says, "Connection is why we're here." I think often we don't reach out to help because we fear we don't have the answers or the capacity to carry someone else's baggage along with our own. But it doesn't have to be a heavy conversation, there is immense value in the simple fact it shows you care. Maybe all you can offer is a hug, or a text, or a 5 minute chat; maybe it's to encourage and guide towards the right help. These small gestures can make a BIG difference and help ease the feelings of loneliness and that no-one cares which are extremely prevalent in those suffering Mental Health issues. Empathise. You never know what's going on in someone else's life. Maybe that person is being a bitch because they're stressed and exhausted. Don't walk away, lean in; start a conversation; act with kindness - it's a balm that soothes all souls. Asking for help isn't always easy, and this is just another reason reaching out to each other is so important. Talking helps. It's the reason I'm still here today. And I'm eternally grateful to the people in my life who were there during those dark times, who talked and listened and hugged and screamed and literally saved my life. #ruok #ruokday #mentalhealth #mentalillness #health #wellness #wellbeing #depression #suicide #eatingdisorders #recovery #healing #help #support #empathy #kindness #compassion #talk #connection #conversations #brenebrown #quotes #quoteoftheday #instaquote #inspiration #positive #life