Get professional support by talking to your doctor or actively seeking professional support either in person or online. Mental health professionals, friends and family are a fantastic source of help and support. Orkney benefits from many support groups, social & sports clubs in the area that can help you share your experiences and listen to the experiences of others in an understanding manner. You can learn more about these services under the “Professionals I can talk to” tab where we list local and national supports.
Follow a routine for yourself every day and stick to it as closely as possible. For example, wake up at a regular time, sleep at a regular time, and have regular planned activities in your day such as exercising or showering.
It’s important to take good care of yourself.
Strategies that have been shown to improve your mood are exercising, getting proper nutrition, sleeping well, scheduling relaxing experiences such as showers or baths, getting more sunlight, and forming supportive relationships.
In the Safety Plan you can identify warning signs of a suicidal crisis, such as certain situations, places, or people. Try to find ways to avoid these triggers and add these to your coping strategies.