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Sometimes We Just Need Someone to Just Listen
An interesting little snippet from CBS about Al Nixon, and the good he does just by sitting on a park bench in the morning and listening. I thought it worth sharing because it demonstrates the power of listening in terms of making people feel seen, and connected. It’s not therapy, and it won’t fix everything but as he says “When you listen to someone, you let them know I value you”.
Sharing – Check out some books that prove mental health isn’t one-size-fits-all
Not everyone has the same cultural background when it comes to treating mental health, and that can create a hurdle that is different than the hurdles we all face in dealing with our mental health. This post tries to acknowledge that and provide reading recommendations from some of those cultures.Â
Link – 5 Simple Steps to Reduce Stigma About Mental Illness
5) Be a role model. Stigma is often fueled by lack of awareness and inaccurate information. Model these stigma-reducing strategies through your comments and behavior and politely teach them to your friends, family, co-workers and others in your sphere of influence. Spread the word that treatment works and recovery are possible. Changing attitudes takes time,…
Link – Healing can’t tell the time
I couldn’t make the Twitter chat referred to in this post last night. That time difference to the UK falls right towards the end of my work day, not great for following twitter, but I really thought what Karen wrote here is something that many of us would do well to remember when we are…
Reviews Elsewhere – Trauma Survivor’s Guide to Coping With Panic Attacks by Nicole Dake
I found this review by Kevin C of this book by Nicole Dake and was immediately drawn to the title. As a trauma survivor panic attacks have been a part of my life at various times and I know the same is true for many other survivors I’ve talked to.
