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your social worker is still sick, but could not pass up the opportunity to see a good friend visiting town. these moments of confidence and good energy have been rare and it seems foolish to waste sitting on the couch sick. of course this prolonged the healing process, but we knew that was a risk and that few hours of love and peace were worth it.

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Oct is #BullyingPreventionMonth.  Many young people being bullied have difficulty seeking help. If you or someone you know is being bullied & experiencing emotional distress, call us at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). 

#BeThe1To help them by visiting stopbullying.gov for more resources.

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that voice that says “you’re not important,” “if you were more ___ people would still be around,” “people only care about you when it’s convenient.” your social worker hears it too. a good support system is important, but what do you do when that voice starts to tell you that you’re a burden to them? fortunately or unfortunately, i was sick this weekend and didn’t have enough energy to focus on anything. but we can’t always count on a sinus infection to bail us out of an emotional crisis. talk to someone... even if it feels like you’re a broken record and they would rather be doing literally anything else.

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#quotes #inspiration https://www.facebook.com/HowToThinkPositive/photos/a.220188248063902/2135853709830670/?type=3

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last night was the first night in months your social worker went out for a social call. did she freak out? yes. did she shake? you bet. have trouble breathing steady and dig her nails in her palms? absolutely.

that’s it. there’s no lesson here. sometimes your social worker misses simple things being simple.

but now she’s at work checking “be social” off of her to-do list.

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you’re not alone

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US Helplines:

Depression Hotline: 1-630-482-9696

Suicide Hotline: 1-800-784-8433

LifeLine: 1-800-273-8255

Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386

Sexuality Support: 1-800-246-7743

Eating Disorders Hotline: 1-847-831-3438

Rape and Sexual Assault: 1-800-656-4673

Grief Support: 1-650-321-5272

Runaway: 1-800-843-5200, 1-800-843-5678, 1-800-621-4000

Exhale: After Abortion Hotline/Pro-Voice: 1-866-4394253

Child Abuse: 1-800-422-4453

UK Helplines:

Samaritans (for any problem): 08457909090 e-mail jo@samaritans.org

Childline (for anyone under 18 with any problem): 08001111

Mind infoline (mental health information): 0300 123 3393 e-mail: info@mind.org.uk

Mind legal advice (for people who need mental-health related legal advice): 0300 466 6463 legal@mind.org.uk

b-eat eating disorder support: 0845 634 14 14 (only open Mon-Fri 10.30am-8.30pm and Saturday 1pm-4.30pm) e-mail: help@b-eat.co.uk

b-eat youthline (for under 25’s with eating disorders): 08456347650 (open Mon-Fri 4.30pm - 8.30pm, Saturday 1pm-4.30pm)

Cruse Bereavement Care: 08444779400 e-mail: helpline@cruse.org.uk

Frank (information and advice on drugs): 0800776600

Drinkline: 0800 9178282

Rape Crisis England & Wales: 0808 802 9999 1(open 2 - 2.30pm 7 - 9.30pm) e-mail info@rapecrisis.org.uk

Rape Crisis Scotland: 08088 01 03 02 every day, 6pm to midnight

India Self Harm Hotline: 00 08001006614

India Suicide Helpline: 022-27546669

Kids Help Phone (Canada): 1-800-668-6868

FREE 24/7 suicide hotlines:

Argentina: 54-0223-493-0430

Australia: 13-11-14

Austria: 01-713-3374

Barbados: 429-9999

Belgium: 106

Botswana: 391-1270

Brazil: 21-233-9191

China: 852-2382-0000

(Hong Kong: 2389-2222)

Costa Rica: 606-253-5439

Croatia: 01-4833-888

Cyprus: 357-77-77-72-67

Czech Republic: 222-580-697, 476-701-908

Denmark: 70-201-201

Egypt: 762-1602

Estonia: 6-558-088

Finland: 040-5032199

France: 01-45-39-4000

Germany: 0800-181-0721

Greece: 1018

Guatemala: 502-234-1239

Holland: 0900-0767

Honduras: 504-237-3623

Hungary: 06-80-820-111

Iceland: 44-0-8457-90-90-90

Israel: 09-8892333

Italy: 06-705-4444

Japan: 3-5286-9090

Latvia: 6722-2922, 2772-2292

Malaysia: 03-756-8144

(Singapore: 1-800-221-4444)

Mexico: 525-510-2550

Netherlands: 0900-0767

New Zealand: 4-473-9739

New Guinea: 675-326-0011

Nicaragua: 505-268-6171

Norway: 47-815-33-300

Philippines: 02-896-9191

Poland: 52-70-000

Portugal: 239-72-10-10

Russia: 8-20-222-82-10

Spain: 91-459-00-50

South Africa: 0861-322-322

South Korea: 2-715-8600

Sweden: 031-711-2400

Switzerland: 143

Taiwan: 0800-788-995

Thailand: 02-249-9977

Trinidad and Tobago: 868-645-2800

Ukraine: 0487-327715

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your social worker made a personal decision to ween off of medication and explore other natural alternatives. there is nothing natural about the feeling of chest crushing, stomach twisting, panic inducing anxiety. and when you walk out of the office she will tighten her stomach, breathe deeply, grit her teeth, and do a few jumping jacks. whatever it takes to get through the day and take care of her peeps.

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even your social worker can laugh at herself a little...

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last night, your social worker lost her way. every time she asked herself ‘why,’ ‘can anyone hear me,’ ‘what’s the point if i don’t even care...’ she thought of a person who needed her. little brother, little sister, mom would be a wreck... she hasn’t even finished researching therapy groups for that employee... maybe one day she will be the reason to stay, but today YOU are your social worker’s reason.

gentle reminder

you will always be the most important person in your life - treat yourself like that whenever you are able to, please

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when your social worker isn’t your social worker, she has no idea what she is and sometimes looks to others to answer that question. she feels loved and validated when she goes to the right people, but how often do we know to let go of the ones who don’t answer our call for help?

Awful feeling.

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you’re not alone

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your social worker stared at her clock this morning. debating how long she could push off her responsibilities and sulk. in this state of mind, no amount positive quotes, inspirational music, or puffs of cbd will change this funk. but remembering the promised help she owes you pulled her into her best leggings and out the door. on the drive there, she will go through the different strategies to fix your problem. it won’t rid the building anxiety manifesting as stomach aches, but her brain will be buzzing with a motivation to get you benefits, on the housing list, an accommodated work schedule, an updated resume... her crap can wait.

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The state of mental health in modern workplaces is bleak. 44% of adults report rising stress levels. 64% of people aren’t comfortable turning to supervisors for emotional support. 61% of managers say technology has made it difficult to turn-off. In order to lower rates of anxiety, depression, suicide and job dissatisfaction, businesses have to invest in real change. Not just ping-pong tables and office yoga. Sustainable progress requires a combination of culture and policy reform. And while that may sound daunting to employers, with the right resources, it’s really not. Introducing Beautiful Brains — a no-nonsense roadmap that shows modern businesses how to foster mentally healthy environments. In six steps, it overviews the changes necessary to support employees battling mental distress. But in order for it to work, we need your help. Head here to download the guide. Then share it with the decision makers at your company and urge them to get on board. A workplace mental health movement requires everyones support — junior employees, managers, HR departments, CEOs. Together, we can get there. #BeautifulBrains

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A little #selflovesunday question to ponder 🤔(featuring lots of stamps from my @procreate stamp sets on @creativemarket – link in profile!) 💕 https://ift.tt/2NDmLGJ

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your social worker wants to be angry, disappointed, straight up pissed. process normal emotions by accepting that they are present and work through them. what does that process look like when it is interrupted by invalidating the power behind those emotions by explaining the cause? well it looks like a never ending prison of unresolved feelings that can’t play out naturally. your social worker is emotionally exhausted by the very skill that makes her an advocate and resource for you. empathy and understanding. but she still came to work and pushed that crap way down.

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#endthestigma #doasisay

“My main concern with the state of mental health care is the lack of availability. I have a job, and insurance, and in most cases that means I have access to top-quality doctors in a range of specialties. But even while living in New York City and other places where there was no shortage of medical professionals, I have struggled to find doctors with expertise in my condition — and who accept insurance.

I have gone to clinics, paid cash upfront, and found myself in waiting rooms that resembled prison visitor areas. The effect has been to discourage people from seeking care, and making people who do seek it feel damaged or ashamed. I never feel that way visiting the dermatologist or dentist, but have left offices seeking treatment for my mental health feeling so terrible that I vowed I would never return.”

Cofounder, Lauren O’Shaughnessy, spoke with journalist, advocate and Bring Change to Mind ambassador, Mark Joyella, about his OCD experience and thoughts on the state of mental health care. 

Head here to read the full interview, or visit madeofmillions.com.