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A lot of things, especially when it comes to recovery, are easier said than done. That thought alone can discourage those who are struggling into not trying at all. However, a better way to look at the phrase “easier said than done”, is that being able to say those things is a very good start on the journey towards getting it done. This small series of resources is going to explore that idea.
Often we find ourselves needing to help those around us through their own struggles. That can be difficult, especially if you don’t understand what they are going through or if you are struggling as well. Taking steps towards showing those people, and yourself, care during those tough times, as well as trying to understand others better, can help yourself and those people even more so when needing to get through. Together we are strong. You are not alone.
everyone experiences mental health issues differently, and sometimes you may never understand how someone’s mind may work, but that doesn’t mean you should be discouraged in trying to understand at all
try your best to learn about what your friend is struggling with, if you don’t understand – a small bit of research about the basics can help you go a long way
try your best to acknowledge what others are going through and what their issues may be
people are very complex, and every single one has a story and a life and experiences that are different to your own – try to keep that in mind as much as possible
make sure you listen to what they have to say – listening is one of the best things that you can do to help someone, and it is often very hard to open up to someone and let things out
please try your best to remind the person that they are not a burden if they are coming to you for help
if you can’t provide advice, please try your best to not be hard on yourself
tell them that it’s going to be okay
send them simple positive messages
encourage positive thoughts and self-care
encourage them getting further help if they need it
but understand if they’re not ready or able to do either, that’s okay
remember that everyone experiences things involving mental health differently
if someone needs space to recover, please give them that space
please know that the person you care about can be fine one second, and struggling the next – it may be difficult to keep up, but your effort is so appreciated
please don’t be hard on a person for struggling – it may be frustrating at points, but have as much patience as you can, please
please don’t make light or make fun of the things that bother them, or the things that they struggle with, even if they may seem silly to you, or you don’t understand the reasons behind it
be honest with them, and as kind and genuine as you can be
acknowledge their small achievements, even if it’s something that you believe is easy to do – it may be very difficult for them to do that task, and a very important step forward if they can
take time to also take care of yourself
there are times when you will need to put yourself before others, and that is completely okay
treat people how you would like to be treated
I understand that the things above are “easier said than done”, but it is still important to say them, because that’s a start.
If you have any tips or reminders you would like to share about empathy and helping and understanding others, feel free to share them in your reblogs or replies.
I hope this could help, and I hope you have a lovely day today. :)
‘easier said than done’ reminder and tips series
self-care and loving yourself ♡ thinking positively♡ recovering from feeling down or from having a panic attack ♡ self-esteem and confidence ♡ not being self-deprecating, self-critical, or too hard on yourself
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