So, I landed on a tweet announcing a Twitter Space that was about to begin
The theme of this Space was about “Mental Health Breakdowns” and I felt attracted to it…to join…to listen in…and after a while, share my part if we are allowed to share.
This happened to be the second gathering of this kind of Space
As we all got to know…and by we, I mean those who missed the debut Space.
I really missed out on that particular one….because the content being discussed is the kind of stuff I like interacting with.
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So, I bring forth this theme of discussion here;
What do you define as mental health breakdowns?
And how do you deal with yours…by that I mean, your mental health breakdowns or at least, cope with them?
I describe a mental health breakdown as a moment of excessive psychological distress or emotional disturbance.
Many “things” can bring about a mental health breakdown.
These may include the sudden death of a loved one, a sudden change in environment where you live, burnout at work from working very long periods without taking a leave of absence among other things.
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How do I deal with the things that may bring my mental health to breakdown?
I play reggae music; this music always has my heart and soul. Listening to it for about 10 to 30 minutes, I get to be much better.
I write; I do all my writing on my computer and once I open up my word-processing software, I just write whatever comes to my mind that my heart accepts to be written.
I take a walk; I love walking in places that are what you can call ghost towns…places that are quiet and away from busy and congested areas.
Are my coping methods always successful?
No, they are not….not all the time, anyway.
Can I recommend them to anybody?
Yes, I can…especially, the walking.
Walking is so good and besides, an hour of walking done per day will do wonders for your blood pressure and psyche.
I ask you again,
What are mental health breakdowns?
How do you deal with yours?
The problem is at times people don’t understand they are mentally exhausted .
I take days off,walk,play football and music.
I enjoy talking to loved ones
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I’ve found journaling to be a massive help when I’m going through hard times – and even when I’m not. It’s a great mental health tool.
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When I get overwhelmed, I need to go for a walk or a bike ride by myself. I need quiet. Usually, my overwhelm comes from stimulation overload.
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I usually work out and read for an escape. It helps me think clearly for sure!
Maureen | http://www.littlemisscasual.com
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I have never had any serious mental breakdowns, but everyone has them to a degree. Mine are usually work- related and often, just leaving the workplace and taking a walk outside for about 10 minutes makes a difference.
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I always prefer listening to slow music when am down though at times the music instead depresses one more. I also move around to ease my nerves.
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I can say that I have passed one, alone, this winter and it is not easy. Loneliness and a sense of abandonment only risk giving the coup de grace!
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Yes, I experience this mental illness once in a while. How do I cope with it? I travel, I excape. Take my “me” time. Then if I am ok, I go home as if nothing happens.
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I like to take walks too as it clears the mind. Mental health should be as important as physical health.
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I’ve had this before and it was a bit difficult but luckily I got through it. Great tips! Thank you for sharing!
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I found talking to the closest person to me, someone I really trust, when I had a mental breakdown. It really helped me a lot,
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Great post! My escape is usually playing games and, when I get the time, writing.
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