Introduction
VIK says "We all need help from other people at times to cope with our emotions and problems but there are also things we can do to help ourselves."
VIK the YoungMinds young people's panel put their heads together with suggestions from Healthy Heads to get a list of things that can help you to feel good.
How can I help myself?
Sometimes it can be hard to have a positive view on the world especially if things have been hard to cope with. Learning new things and improving on things you are already good at can
be really positive ways of helping yourself to feel confident and
happier.
Although it sounds really simple, getting enough sleep, healthy food and exercise can help you to feel more able to tackle the problem that is worrying you.
If there's someone you trust, talk with them and see if they can help you understand what is going on in your life and how you can make positive changes.
Get these needs met to stay mentally healthy!
VIK say there are lots things we all need to keep ourselves mentally healthy such as:
- Feeling safe and looked after
- Having help with money and finances
- Giving positive attention to others (it could be a person or a pet)
- Getting respect for stuff you are good at
- Being able to give your opinions and have people listen to you
Sometimes, getting all our needs met all the time isn't possible, but it is important to get as many as you can. Don’t suffer in silence, if you are struggling to cope then talk to someone you trust and get help.
