According to a 2019 report by the WHO, one in every four people in the world will be affected by mental or neurological disorders at some point in their lives and around 450 million people currently suffer from such conditions, placing mental disorders among the leading causes of ill-health and disability worldwide.
Despite that, the taboo around mental health continues to stop people from opening up about it and having honest conversations about their struggles. Going for therapy or seeing a psychologist is still seen as a weakness and mental health isn’t given the same importance that physical health is. In recent times, celebrities like Deepika Padukone and Shaheen Bhatt have opened up about their battle with depression.
Now, hashtag #MyMentalHealthIn3Words is trending on Twitter. We have to say, the microblogging site has a way of bringing together people. .
To talk openly about the ongoings of their minds, tweeple have been sharing their stories in three words
Netizens are actually being raw and honest about how turbulent it can get. People who suffer from mood or personality disorders like depression, anxiety, bipolar or borderline personality disorder often feel isolated and alone. Take a look at this accurate representation of what they go through:
Getting through it
Everything feels like a task
A walk can be helpful sometimes
Fake it to make it?
Faking It Beautifully. 🥀
— R A N U 🌨 (@DashYourHopes) December 2, 2019
— #MyMentalHealthIn3Words pic.twitter.com/xMNdMPkNwh
Creating boundaries for yourself can go a long way
We feel you
One day at a time
Getting through those 24 hours is everything.
Feel your feelings
Self-care is necessary
It’s in your head, doesn’t mean it isn’t real
It can look different with different people.
I don't know why but I love to laugh everytime 😈#MyMentalHealthIn3Words pic.twitter.com/2ilf8oVikX
— Miss Kelly 🧜♀ (@extrovert91) December 2, 2019
People also shared stories of them fighting their mental illnesses and emerging stronger. They wrote about their victories and it was heartwarming.
We do what we love
#MyMentalHealthIn3Words Happy when drawing!! pic.twitter.com/zoyi5yQFZj
— Laurie Lipton (@laurielipton) December 2, 2019
They really are
That’s amazing!
Contentment
That’s a win!
All smiles!
Kindness goes a long way
Finding your own coping mechanisms
Believe in yourself
Not at all your fault
Aww-dorable!
Pets are the very best!
It’s a beautiful thing that people are sharing their truths on social media. Why don’t you guys share your #MyMentalHealthIn3Words with us? You’ll feel lighter, trust us!
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