Mental Health

What is Mental Health?

We often associate mental health with mental illness.  But mental health is more than that.  In fact, mental health is something we all need.

It is, generally speaking

• A feeling of well being  
• Happiness
• Satisfaction
• The ability to cope with life’s challenges
• Being able to accept others as they are
• Having a positive attitude towards oneself and others

People who are mentally healthy trust others and enjoy being part of a group.  They are equally happy and comfortable being on their own. For them, life is meaningful.

Mentally Healthy People

They feel good about themselves

• They are able to deal with most situations
• They can accept their shortcomings
• They have self-respect
• They take pleasure in simple, everyday things

They are able to meet demands of life

• They set realistic goals for themselves
• They plan ahead and do not fear the future
• They welcome new experiences and ideas
• They are able to make their own decisions

They feel comfortable with others

• They are able to give love to others
• They respect the many differences they find in people
• They have lasting personal relationships
• They can feel part of a group