Rest, Reach Out, and Rise

Today is World Mental Health Awareness Day—a day dedicated to bringing light to the struggles that too many of us carry in silence. Today is about showing up, raw and unfiltered, and letting ourselves breathe. Really breathe.

I want you to feel this truth, deep within: It’s okay to ask for help. It’s okay to admit you’re struggling. It’s okay to take time to rest. It’s okay to take care of your mental health. This isn’t just a feel-good quote; it’s a reminder that your well-being matters. Not just today, but every day.

Asking for Help is Strength, Not Weakness

How often do we try to carry it all alone? We’re taught to push through, to be the strong ones. But there is strength, real strength, in saying, “I need help.” Asking for help isn’t about weakness; it’s about wisdom. You don’t have to be the hero all the time. Sometimes, the bravest thing you can do is let someone hold you up when you’re feeling low.

So, I’m here to tell you: it’s okay to let someone in. It’s okay to say, “I’m not okay,” and ask for support. You weren’t meant to do this life alone. None of us were.

Owning Your Struggle, Embracing Your Humanity

We’ve all got our struggles. And for too long, we’ve been conditioned to hide them. But let’s flip the script today. Admitting you’re struggling doesn’t make you any less of a warrior; it makes you human. Life isn’t about being perfect; it’s about being real.

Take a breath and let yourself feel it all—the messy, the raw, the uncomfortable. Let yourself sit with it, because that’s where the healing begins. Healing isn’t about pretending the pain isn’t there. It’s about acknowledging it, and giving yourself the space to grow through it.

Rest is Sacred, and You Deserve It

Listen to me: rest is not a luxury. Rest is a right. You deserve rest, simply because you exist. In a world that glorifies the grind, you might feel guilty for stepping back. But what good is it to chase success if it costs you your peace? What good is the journey if you’re too exhausted to enjoy it?

So, take that nap. Log off for a bit. Give yourself permission to slow down and recharge. Rest isn’t something you earn; it’s something you need. And when you rest, you’re restoring your strength for tomorrow. It’s sacred, and you are worthy of it.

Making Your Mental Health a Priority

Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. Prioritizing it is not selfish—it’s essential. You deserve to feel peace, not just survive the day. You deserve to feel whole, not just “good enough.”

Let today be the day you decide to put yourself first, unapologetically. Let today be the day you own your story, with all its beautiful, broken, resilient pieces. You are worthy of every bit of care, compassion, and love you give to others. Give that to yourself, too.

Three Self-Coaching Questions to Reflect On

Take a moment today to reflect. Write these down, sit with them, and let yourself be real with the answers. This is your time:

 1. What is one area of my life where I need to ask for help, and what’s holding me back from reaching out?

 2. When was the last time I truly rested, and how can I create space for rest in my life without feeling guilty?

 3. What story am I telling myself about my struggles, and how can I rewrite that story to honor my resilience and growth?

As you reflect on these questions, remember you’re not alone. We’re in this together, and there’s a power that comes from owning your truth.

A Call to Action

So, here’s my invitation to you: on this World Mental Health Awareness Day, let’s not just acknowledge it. Let’s live it. Let’s commit to prioritizing our mental health, speaking openly about it, and supporting each other. If this message resonates, share it. Start a conversation with someone you trust. Take a moment to breathe, to rest, and to reach out if you need it.

It’s okay to ask for help. It’s okay to admit you’re struggling. It’s okay to take time to rest. It’s okay to take care of your mental health.

Share this message. Spread awareness. Let’s build a world where it’s safe to be vulnerable, where it’s celebrated to seek help, and where mental health is valued. Together, we can create a brighter future for mental wellness.

Today is your reminder to take care of yourself and to check in on the people around you. Let’s normalize asking for help, and let’s lift each other up in the process. You are worthy of healing, of peace, and of a life filled with love and light.

Your Partner in Intentional Living,

Adrienne R