World Mental Health Day: Why Your Mental Health Deserves Attention Too
- Tammy Narance
- Oct 6
- 2 min read

On October 10th, we observe World Mental Health Day—a global reminder of the importance of mental well-being, not just as an abstract concept, but as a deeply personal, daily reality. For many, this day is marked by statistics, campaigns, and calls to reduce stigma. But amidst all the awareness efforts, there's a quieter message that often gets overlooked: your mental health matters—just as much as anyone else's. Whether you're struggling silently, functioning on autopilot, or managing your mental health well with support, this day is for you, too.
As a therapist, I’ve seen how easy it is for people to invalidate their own struggles. They say things like, “Others have it worse,” or “I should be able to handle this.” But emotional pain doesn’t need to be compared or justified to be valid. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, anxious, or numb, that’s reason enough to pause and check in with yourself. Mental health isn’t just about diagnoses or crises—it’s about the ongoing relationship you have with your inner world.
World Mental Health Day is a powerful opportunity to make that relationship a priority. Maybe that means scheduling a therapy session you’ve been putting off, reaching out to a friend, setting boundaries at work, or simply giving yourself permission to rest. Whatever form it takes, honoring your mental health is not indulgent—it’s essential. You don’t need to be at rock bottom to deserve care, and you don’t need a special reason to start tending to your emotional well-being. Today is reason enough. Choosing to take care of you is a good choice
So let this October 10th be more than a hashtag or a headline. Let it be a turning point, a breath of self-compassion, or even just a small reminder that you matter. Because you do!
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