What mental health needs is more sunlight, more candour and more unashamed conversation. Today is World Mental Health day and as someone who is constantly advocating for more transparency & honesty across social media.. I thought I'd share with you some of my darker moments. In some of these pictures it's so easy to see that I'm struggling, that I'm falling apart, that I'm losing my battle- but in others, the pain is more difficult to spot. And that's the thing about poor mental health- it doesn't look like just any one thing, it is wily, it can sneak up on you.. & it can happen to anyone. Poor mental health can come in many forms & can be exacerbated by a number of things- bad break ups, lost loved ones, stressful situations, unrelenting pressure.. None of us are immune to this struggle & it can manifest itself differently in everyone- some people become withdrawn, some people self medicate with alcohol, some people lose weight, some people gain weight, some people hurt themselves.. & some people act like the loudest, most confident person in the room- it looks different on us all. Which is why sometimes it is so difficult to spot when someone you love is struggling 🥺 Never assume that just because someone ‘seems ok’, or posts regularly, or is successful, or comes from a good family or is the life & soul of the party they are immune to pain, hurt, stress, fear & mental health issues. Now more than ever I urge you to look after yourself, be kind to yourself & always, ALWAYS check on your friends & family. Whether it’s a text, a call, or dropping by to make sure they’re ok- & don’t be afraid to be the friend who asks more than once. Be proud to be that friend. It shows you care & you do not want to see the people you love struggle alone ♥️ The days of stoic silence and a stiff upper lip are over- that bullshit is toxic & unhealthy. There's no shame in needing help & no shame in the struggle. Don't suffer in silence because 'no one wants to here about your depression.' I'd rather hear about your depression, anxiety & stress than hear about your death. The world has already too many beautiful souls.. You are loved and together we can fight this 🥹♥️