Breaking The Taboo

Mental health awareness is currently all over the news, thanks to the Royal trio of William, Harry and Kate talking openly about it in the press and on the radio.

They’ve made it OK to talk about the subject of mental health, which for so many years was frowned upon, especially by the male population who have been brought up to ‘put on a brave face and man up.’

Mental health issues can be extremely debilitating and affect so many of us.

Some of you reading this will have a close friend or family member suffering, or might even be suffering yourself.

The stigma attached to such issues is becoming a thing of the past.  Engaging with a counsellor or health professional is key.

We are not designed to keep feelings and emotions bottled up, so let’s start talking.

There is no need to suffer in silence, seek help and discover that being able to offload your fears and concerns can have a positive effect on mental health.

Problems and challenges can’t be eradicated without experienced guidance and a listening ear.

Depression, bereavement amongst a whole host of other issues can strike any one of us at any moment.

Let’s make it OK to talk and keep the momentum, started by the young royals, going.