01 There's Nothing Wrong With Me
This article isn't about you, right? You're fine. But here's the crucial thing: acknowledging that it's useful to work on your mental health doesn't mean there's something wrong with your brain any more than going to the gym to train your triceps means there's something wrong with your arms. It's just darn good practice.
02 Fine. But I Don't Have A Mental Health Problem
“Think of mental health as a continuum. No one is completely mentally healthy, or completely mentally ill,” says Amy Morin, a psychotherapist and the author of 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do. She advises thinking about it in the same way you do your physical wellbeing. Waiting until a problem is threatening to derail your daily routine is a far less efficient strategy than seeking advice – whether from a professional, a trusted friend or even a book – when symptoms arise. Or, to put it another way, “Most men aren't embarrassed to go to see a dentist to keep their teeth healthy”.
03 My Problems Aren't That Bad. I Can Deal With Them Myself
Perhaps you can. But if you've been trying for some time and it's still not working, do what you'd do in any other situation: “Get an outside opinion. Objective advice is key to seeing your problems in a different way,” says Morin. Talk to someone
