With all that's been going on in the world, mental health is more important than ever. Of course, our physical and mental health are intertwined – so staying fit and active is one of the easiest ways to maintain emotional and cognitive resilience. For this reason alone, Instructors and Club Partners can play a key role in helping communities stay mentally strong – and in some instances, even save a life; Les Mills Presenter Dee Rowell can attest to that.
Unfortunately, struggles with mental health are non-discriminatory; they can impact anyone, anytime. The key to helping those around you starts with a conversation. You don’t need to be an expert to reach out – just a good friend and a great listener. The four steps to having a conversation that could change a life are:
- Ask R U OK?
- Listen
- Encourage action
- Check in.
Read more about how clubs can help members tackle mental health issues:
For Instructors during challenging times:
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https://lesmills.com.au/news/general/2022/05/exercise-to-protect-mental-health
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https://www.lesmills.com.au/news/instructors/2019/07/how-to-lift-your-energy
To find out more about the campaign visit www.ruok.org.au. Or if you need crisis support please reach out to Lifeline on 13 11 14 or if your life is in danger call 000 (in Australia).
