#OKAYMOVEMENT
“How are you?” – This has turned into a way to just get a conversation started. The answer is easy, automatic really – “good”, “fine”, “okay.” But how are you?
Really. How are you?
We want to create a safe space to share stories, seek help, and support others going through the same troubles. #OkayMovement shows people experiencing mental health issues that they are not alone.
Your stories are important and there is hope.
Joining the #OkayMovement is simple.
Post a selfie style photo on Instagram while holding up a paper that imitates a smile.
If you’re interested in writing a blog post for us please email us at okay@peersway.com
@jujusalinas
“Now is the time for change – You deserve this time. Someone cares about you! Feelings are just visitors. Let them come and go. Even if you have an incredibly long to-do list, take a few minutes in the day to reconnect with yourself.”
@daniel.pillai
“Remember you are not alone. Be a shoulder to lean on, an ear that listens or a hug that offers love and support. The world is a better place when we are here for each other.”
@theblondeparfait
“We will no longer feel ashamed of our depression, anxiety, OCD, postpartum, bi-polar and many other mental disorders that several of us Canadians face but are too scared to come forward because of the fear of being ridiculed.”
USER STORIES
LET’S START THE CONVERSATION!
If you’re interested in writing your own blog post, please email us at okay@peersway.com
I’m Doing OK
I think it is very important to educate our kids about mental health, with social media being a double edge sword, we have to be vigilant to what they're exposed to. We always talk about my journey with depression, the techniques and help I have received along the way that has helped me to see a brighter [...]
From Surviving to Healing
Today I am emotional...Though I am happy and so very grateful I have a lot of emotions stirring from 2018. September 25th, 2018 I would prepare myself for the hardest day of my life. Knowing the next day I would give birth to my third blessing and not knowing if I would make it through scared me. [...]
My Life-Long Struggle With Depression
I have struggled throughout my life with depression. It isn't just a bad mood or attitude, it's a condition. I can be triggered by severe mood swings. Sometimes I land on an uncalled for anger, in a euphoric mania, or in a sadness that leaves me under the covers for days with minimal contact and sunlight. For [...]
DO I LOOK OKAY?
Check out some of the images shared by people participating in the #OkayMovement.
Join the movement by sharing a similar picture and help us raise awareness about mental health issues.
