Caring for the Carers

As humans we all sit somewhere on the mental health spectrum, and sometimes we find ourselves in the role of carer. 

If you are caring for someone who is dealing with Mental Wellness challenges, here’s some encouragement for you!

1: WHAT YOU DO IS AMAZING. You may not always feel appreciated so let me say, your small contributions make a big difference. THANK YOU.

It's so hard not to take things personally when someone could be struggling, try to read between the lines rather than take on board words that could be said in frustration or pain.

2: IT'S NOT ALL UP TO YOU. If your loved one had an illness you could see, you would not be their surgeon or counsellor. With conditions of the brain and body, you can only do your best, what happens next is ultimately not your responsibility.

Encouraging someone to seek professional help can take the load off you and allow them to have someone they can truly download to.

3: YOUR LIFE MATTERS! Have someone you can download to and make time to fill your own emotional tank. Make no excuse for enjoying yourself, you don't need to enter a vortex of despair to be empathetic. 

The mental health of carers is understandably at risk, take responsibility for yourself and showing some love to yourself.

Give your loved one something to hope for by living fully, holding faith and demonstrating good self care.

Kia kaha - be strong!

X Julia Grace