Find Out Why People Are #TalkingAboutIt on Social Media
The digital world can be pretty darn handy when it comes to offering us health-related apps and introducing us to online mental health advocates, but now there’s another way to celebrate the good days and acknowledge the bad, all with a simple tweet. Find out why so many people are now #TalkingAboutIt, and how it can help those struggling and/or succeeding with their mental health.
Started by B+C contributor Sammy Nickalls, the intention of #TalkingAboutIt is just that: to encourage people to talk about their mental health issues. It all started when Sammy tweeted, “If you feel comfortable, talk about your mental health the same way you’d talk about your physical health. Joke, share, be raw and open.” Adding, “When it comes to mental health — and many other issues, really — the only way to end the stigma is to keep the conversation going.”
From there the hashtag was sparked. “In fact, if you want to join me,” Sammy continued, “I’m going to make more of an effort to talk about my mental health with the hashtag #TalkingAboutIt”
And people are definitely talking. It may not be easy, but it can be so crucial.
Some folks are being open about their struggles…
I got through the day. With how I felt this morning and how I feel now, that alone is an accomplishment. #talkingaboutit
— Caissa Casarez (@cmcasarez) October 12, 2016
I am struggling today, y'all. Struggling. Had a surprise panic attack at work. Now nauseous and heading home. #TalkingAboutIt
— Natasha L v Boo (@ms_natashaleigh) October 12, 2016
I've had a very good, productive day. Still can't stop obsessing about random things that upset me. #TalkingAboutIt
— Lacey Madison (@Lacerbeams) October 12, 2016
Others are sympathizing and empathizing…
It's petrifying. But I know firsthand what it's like to bottle it up & it's not worth it. You'll be better for it. #TalkingAboutIt https://t.co/VFrc5Ey5I3
— Keah Brown (@Keah_Maria) October 12, 2016
You can't truly understand mental illness until you've hit that kind of low. Makes you more empathetic #talkingaboutit #mentalhealthmatters
— Doug (@dsurban) October 12, 2016
And still others are offering support…
If you don't have the $$ or access to therapy I'm finding great dbt/cbt, self esteem worksheets online. #TalkingAboutIt
— es (@localbispinster) October 12, 2016
Be kind to those who are struggling. Know that medication is a lifeline and not something to demonize #mentalhealthmatters #talkingaboutit
— Doug (@dsurban) October 12, 2016
About to go shower before heading off to my new job. *offers hugs to everyone else in the #TalkingAboutIt chat* I 💖 you all.
— Kelley (@nanogeekette) October 12, 2016
Thank you for #TalkingAboutIt! We totally support you and are sending you all strength and support!
Do you feel better after #TalkingAboutIt? Tweet us @BritandCo!
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