Chappy Jenny's Report
Mental Health Week
Mental Health Week (5-13 October) and World Mental Health Day (October 10) are all about improving community awareness and helping to develop an interest in mental health and wellbeing. This is particularly important as 1 in 5 Australians are affected by mental illness, and campaigns like this help to reduce the stigma around mental health. If you are struggling it is important to seek support and professional help, and there are so many great organisations that you can access, including:
Lifeline – 13 11 14 www.lifeline.org.au
Suicide Call Back Service - 1300 659 467 www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au
Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 www.beyondblue.org.au
MensLine Australia - 1300 78 99 78 www.mensline.org.au
Kids Helpline - 1800 551 800 www.kidshelpline.com.au
Headspace - 1800 650 890 www.headspace.org.au
There are also many choices we can make in how we live, learn, work and play that can improve our mental health and wellbeing. As a starter, I’ve put lots of my tips together that I have shared in just this year’s newsletters. I hope you find something that helps you into a brighter future.
Chappy’s 2019 tips:
- Finding ways to relax, recharge, be happy, and choosing to be positive
- Letting go of frustrations, hurts and disappointments
- Extending words of encouragement and love to your loved ones
- Healthy thinking with positive self-talk, and keeping your mind from wandering
- Developing a circle of support with supportive family and friends
- Making community connections and friends
- Showing kindness to others and helping others
- Choosing healthy eating options (and school lunchboxes)
- Practicing gratitude
- Working towards life goals and dreams
Coming Up
25/10 World Teacher’s Day (how can your family honour your teachers)
26-27/10 Chappy’s Camp at School (registrations are now open, so get your forms in early to avoid disappointment)
19/11 Sub and Drink Deal lunch
Blessings,
Jennifer Bennett