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For the benefit of anyone struggling mentally, or knows of someone else who might be - please watch this short but powerful, hard hitting, video from Motherwell FC and see some helpful numbers attached.

It's a hard time of year for a lot of folks, please give it a watch if you're struggling. Merry Christmas all, better days ahead.

 
My mantra is stay calm everything is fixable , i have it on the fridge , on the bedroom and bathroom mirrors , in my phone case ,saved me from doing something bad in a panic for a very long time

Before covid people looked down on people with mental health problems, they are weak , pull yourself together , prone to hurting people , all sorts but now everyone is concerned( or cynicaly use it to justify less lockdown etc) i hope post covid it does not reverse back to where it was , it can happen to anyone and people need understanding , true and real understanding not just lip service
 
Just like with physical health, your lifestyle can help improve your mental health. If you’re struggling with mental health issues, think about changing your lifestyle.

Eating well is a huge thing. Your brain is just another organ like any other in your body. If you eat shit food and drink shit drinks too often and in too-large a quantity, and deprive yourself of the nutrients your body needs; not only will organs like your heart, liver and skin suffer, but also your brain too. Every single thing our body and brain does requires vitamins and minerals from food to do them and if we starve ourselves of the required vits+mins, our body and brain will not be able to perform them.

And drink plenty of water… PLENTY OF WATER!

Exercise frequently. Just like your heart and lungs are healthier the more exercise you get, your brain will be too. If you aren’t fit, get fit!

Sleep well. Don’t stay up late all the time so you’re never getting enough sleep, put your phone down (and stay off the computer) a good few hours before bed. Do the jobs that need doing no matter how trivial or important and don’t put them off so that they’re on your mind when you get in bed. Be active and exercise well during the day so that you’re tired at night. When we’re asleep, that’s when our body recovers the most. Muscles and organs are replenished and repaired most during sleep, and, again, just like a bicep synthesises protein to repair your muscle fibres during sleep after doing an earlier set of bicep curls, your brain repairs itself during sleep mist after being active all day.

Try things like meditation, massage therapy, hydro and cryotherapy. Take the time in your life to relax and not be worrying about things all the time. Go for walks, spend time alone so you’re not always thinking about what other people in your life are needing/wanting/thinking, get a pet, make lists, make plans, set goals and see them all through.

Physical and mental health are inextricably linked. Prevention is more important and better than cure. Live a good lifestyle and both physical and mental health benefits will follow…
 
Had some business in Lichfield this morning and our Avanti train was delayed with an incident on track. At Piccadily approach there were around four fire units with ambulances and police in attendance. I overheard a few passengers saying a person had passed away and a terrible tragedy if intentional. As the above film mentioned there's nothing that cannot be overcome with the passing of time and if only they had just reached out.
 
Psychedelic Casual said:
Just like with physical health, your lifestyle can help improve your mental health. If you’re struggling with mental health issues, think about changing your lifestyle.

Eating well is a huge thing. Your brain is just another organ like any other in your body. If you eat shit food and drink shit drinks too often and in too-large a quantity, and deprive yourself of the nutrients your body needs; not only will organs like your heart, liver and skin suffer, but also your brain too. Every single thing our body and brain does requires vitamins and minerals from food to do them and if we starve ourselves of the required vits+mins, our body and brain will not be able to perform them.

And drink plenty of water… PLENTY OF WATER!

Exercise frequently. Just like your heart and lungs are healthier the more exercise you get, your brain will be too. If you aren’t fit, get fit!

Sleep well. Don’t stay up late all the time so you’re never getting enough sleep, put your phone down (and stay off the computer) a good few hours before bed. Do the jobs that need doing no matter how trivial or important and don’t put them off so that they’re on your mind when you get in bed. Be active and exercise well during the day so that you’re tired at night. When we’re asleep, that’s when our body recovers the most. Muscles and organs are replenished and repaired most during sleep, and, again, just like a bicep synthesises protein to repair your muscle fibres during sleep after doing an earlier set of bicep curls, your brain repairs itself during sleep mist after being active all day.

Try things like meditation, massage therapy, hydro and cryotherapy. Take the time in your life to relax and not be worrying about things all the time. Go for walks, spend time alone so you’re not always thinking about what other people in your life are needing/wanting/thinking, get a pet, make lists, make plans, set goals and see them all through.

Physical and mental health are inextricably linked. Prevention is more important and better than cure. Live a good lifestyle and both physical and mental health benefits will follow…
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Thanks Baz Luhrmann
 
Struggling tonight. Finished a lot of alcohol today, and only my kids asleep in bed unknowingly keep me from calling it quits. Its a hard old slog sometimes but somehow you just have to sustain.....
 
TonyM said:
Struggling tonight. Finished a lot of alcohol today, and only my kids asleep in bed unknowingly keep me from calling it quits. Its a hard old slog sometimes but somehow you just have to sustain.....
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You certainly do, but you are not alone. There is always someone who is willing to sit down and listen to you problems. There is no shame in picking up the phone and admitting you need help. Talking and being listened really does help.
 
TonyM said:
Struggling tonight. Finished a lot of alcohol today, and only my kids asleep in bed unknowingly keep me from calling it quits. Its a hard old slog sometimes but somehow you just have to sustain.....
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Mate, been there myself. I empathize and think i understand where you're coming from having once been in a dark desolate place myself.

I hope you're tucked up in bed and sound asleep as I write this at 3:20, but your troubles are on your sub conscience whilst you sleep. Please listen to those willing to listen and not judge you. You're not alone my friend.

PM sent.
 
TonyM said:
Struggling tonight. Finished a lot of alcohol today, and only my kids asleep in bed unknowingly keep me from calling it quits. Its a hard old slog sometimes but somehow you just have to sustain.....
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Look after yourself mate and just keep thinking of those kids.
 
TonyM said:
Struggling tonight. Finished a lot of alcohol today, and only my kids asleep in bed unknowingly keep me from calling it quits. Its a hard old slog sometimes but somehow you just have to sustain.....
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@TonyM
Without sounding like a boring old fart, alcohol is not the answer. It is a depressant and makes your problems ten times worse. I cannot help but there are many that can. Leave the booze alone until you get your head sorted.
 
TonyM said:
You are right of course. Thanks Blue Mist.
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Hope you're doing OK pal. Please speak to those closest to you. Always an ear on here, but I'll bet there's more people than you can imagine who'd like to hear from you when you feel like that - one phone call could be the best call you ever make. You've got kids worth fighting for so don't give up on yourself or them, you'll get through it.

All the best, blue.
 
I went through very bad mental health problems last year and got help for it which I found extremely helpful. The last 6 months I'm finding very hard to deal with modern life in general, Making conversations with people, Just feel out of my depth really. All this social media and speaking lingo I'm so out of touch and feel so out of place when surrounded by people...
 
SWPISHOME said:
I went through very bad mental health problems last year and got help for it which I found extremely helpful. The last 6 months I'm finding very hard to deal with modern life in general, Making conversations with people, Just feel out of my depth really. All this social media and speaking lingo I'm so out of touch and feel so out of place when surrounded by people...
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Mental health is real and can affect people in lots of different ways. I’ve been there and suffering a little at the moment with anxiety which comes and goes but can be debilitating at times. I’ve always found talking to people about it helps a lot. A problem shared is a problem halved .
 
SWPISHOME said:
I went through very bad mental health problems last year and got help for it which I found extremely helpful. The last 6 months I'm finding very hard to deal with modern life in general, Making conversations with people, Just feel out of my depth really. All this social media and speaking lingo I'm so out of touch and feel so out of place when surrounded by people...
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A bunch of people close to me have had similar experiences. The last couple of years have really been shit and taken a big toll on our collective mental health.

Is hard to give advice, but the only thing I'd suggest is to try and avoid social media for a while and see if that helps. It can be unhelpful if you're feeling a bit vulnerable. Or if you are still using it, just remember that all you are seeing is what people want you to see, it's not necessarily their reality.

Take care of yourself, the fact that you got help in the first place is a really positive thing.
 
Millwallawayveteran1988 said:
Mental health is real and can affect people in lots of different ways. I’ve been there and suffering a little at the moment with anxiety which comes and goes but can be debilitating at times. I’ve always found talking to people about it helps a lot. A problem shared is a problem halved .
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Hope your ok fella, If you don't mind me asking what is your anxiety? I am talking to people and I am off social media 4/5 years now as in every platform. But I am struggling to hold conversations with people face to face I keep stuttering because I genuinely don't know what they are saying!
@pee dubya cheers for your post fella tagged you in this if that's ok.
 
kaz7 said:
My mantra is stay calm everything is fixable , i have it on the fridge , on the bedroom and bathroom mirrors , in my phone case ,saved me from doing something bad in a panic for a very long time

Before covid people looked down on people with mental health problems, they are weak , pull yourself together , prone to hurting people , all sorts but now everyone is concerned( or cynicaly use it to justify less lockdown etc) i hope post covid it does not reverse back to where it was , it can happen to anyone and people need understanding , true and real understanding not just lip service
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I think you're bang on the button Kaz. Well said.

I'd urge anyone who is struggling to seek help. Try everything, doctor, phone services, prescription drugs can help but please don't go down the booze route.
It'll ruin your life and drive those you love and who love you away.
 
SWPISHOME said:
Hope your ok fella, If you don't mind me asking what is your anxiety? I am talking to people and I am off social media 4/5 years now as in every platform. But I am struggling to hold conversations with people face to face I keep stuttering because I genuinely don't know what they are saying!
@pee dubya cheers for your post fella tagged you in this if that's ok.
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Sent you a pm
 
Millwallawayveteran1988 said:
Mental health is real and can affect people in lots of different ways. I’ve been there and suffering a little at the moment with anxiety which comes and goes but can be debilitating at times. I’ve always found talking to people about it helps a lot. A problem shared is a problem halved .
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I've suffered loads with anxiety and depression over my life. I still have shit days, but I've managed to defeat the anxiety. I no longer have ANY alcohol .. I believe that's a major cause of many mental health problems.
Talking to people that have been through it can sometimes be better than talking to some therapist that has not long been out of uni, i've found.
 
SWPISHOME said:
I went through very bad mental health problems last year and got help for it which I found extremely helpful. The last 6 months I'm finding very hard to deal with modern life in general, Making conversations with people, Just feel out of my depth really. All this social media and speaking lingo I'm so out of touch and feel so out of place when surrounded by people...
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Mate this place can help.

Bluemoon persuaded me to get to the docs last year, I didnt want to admit I was depressed.
I had tried counselling and it worked for a month or so.
I had turned down medication loads of time since in my 20's, now in my 60's I gave it ago. Should have done it ages ago.
I was lucky as I never smoked or drank, plus I have never done social media. Get to see your doc and dont be against medication.

Good luck
 
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