In today’s generation, mental conditions are very rampant. We are suffering from a mental apocalypse. It is quite challenging to determine the signs of having a mental illness. People who experience mental health issues mask them so well and the sad thing is that nobody really knows how much anyone else is hurting. We could be standing next to somebody who is broken and we would not know about it. Worst, we made them feel completely broken. Even the strongest and the most cheerful person can experience mental health problems. It is crazy to think that those who are acting strong are those who are really suffering. Mental Illness has no face. Not because that person laughs so hard, smiles a lot, and looks strong means he or she is not having a hard time. And sometimes those people who always tell you to be strong and happy are those people who want you to be happy because they cannot make themselves happy.
A lot of people tend to ignore discussing mental health issues, maybe it is because it is an uncomfortable conversation, and any comfortable conversation stirs emotion, and sometimes people do not want to feel their emotions but we are humans and we are supposed to feel emotions. Some people always tend to invalidate feelings, do not understand, and do not pay attention to mental health problems, This is one of the reasons why nobody talks about it in this messed up society we live in because we are afraid of getting judged by the people who surround us. We better respect and understand each other that everyone has their own battle to deal with, you never really know what someone is going through, so we better be sensitive with our words and actions.
I believe we all need to open our eyes and hearts that mental health is as important and real as physical health. If you are going through a dark tunnel, do not hesitate to seek help. It is never a sign of weakness to ask for help. Just reach out and let others hear your voice.
We definitely cannot save everyone, but we can start by being aware. As someone who struggles with mental illness, I can say that we are all in this together. Together we can make a change. Together we can help people who are suffering find care, treatment, and most importantly, acceptance. Our mental health really does matter.