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Self-care and mental wellbeing post-election

Former MemberFormer Member Posts: 487 Listening Ear
edited September 18 in Health & Wellbeing

The 2019 General Election saw a lot of you able to vote for the first time ever, and it has been wonderful to see such civil and thoughtful discussions unfold in the Politics & Debate forum in the lead-up to the result.


I know a lot of people might be saddened, and even a little distressed, about the outcome of the election. Even though it's great to engage with politics, it’s also important to know when to step away and recharge. Self-care is essential during times of change so we should all try and make time to do things that make us happy e.g. going for a walk, meeting friends etc.


Equally, it's important to give yourself time to grieve and process, especially in light of unwelcome change. If what you see in the news is making you particularly angry, frustrated or anxious, think about limiting your news intake or even taking a break completely. Here’s just a few things you could do:


  • Uninstall the news app on your phone
  • Consider looking through the Good News Network which provides positive news articles every day from around the world
  • Try and limit your social media usage, especially to avoid fake news stories
  • Make use of your support network, whether it's friends and family, your GP or a helpline such as The Mix 0808 808 4994 or Samaritans 116 123


If you're concerned about the impact of the election results on particular vulnerable groups, there are lots of ways to help. Do-it is a handy way to find volunteering opportunities in your area. National organisations like Refuge, LGBT Foundation and Shelter provide essential advice and support for women, LGBTQ+ and those struggling with homelessness. 


We encourage you to continue posting your opinions on @The Mix boards – everyone is entitled to their own political views here. The Mix community is respectful and non-judgemental so let’s keep that positivity going!


Feel free to comment down below with any links, questions or coping strategies of your own!


- @Past User & @Past User


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  • Former MemberFormer Member Moderator Posts: 1,084 Wise Owl
    edited September 18
    This thread is super helpful, thank you so much for starting it @Past User and @Past User  

    It's very informative and helpful and should help others :heart:
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  • SienaSiena Posts: 15,687 Skive's The Limit
    Thank you for sharing this. I probably need get away from the news sometimes 
    “And when they look at you, they won't see everything you've been through. They won't see the **** that turned to scars that began to fade with time. They won't see the heartbreaking things that shook up and changed your entire world. They won't know how many tears you cried or even what it was you were crying about. They won't see how strong you had to be because you had no other choice. What they will see though is how compassionate you are because you experienced pain. What they will see is how kind you are because you experienced how cruel the world is. What they will see is how good you are because you've seen how bad things or people can be. The difference between you and your experiences are who you choose to be, despite everything that could have turned you cold and unkind.You are the good the world needs and the best of us.” ~ Kirsten Corley
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