be open and honest and stop feeling shame about my situation surrounding mental health
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I suffered a major and severe mental breakdown about 4 years ago and have relapsed in recent weeks, probably due to stress at work. Through the dedication of my partner, family and the community mental health team, I am already on the road to recovery. I have told the colleagues I worked with about my breakdown and they were all incredibly supportive. I hope to return to work soon. However I think I need to admit to myself that it is okay to have mental health problems. Unfortunately I hide this too well sometimes even to myself.



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PattyTrish Is living in a new state and enjoying it a lot!

Don't feel ashamed of being human

humans have “situations” with mental health all the time and everywhere. Good luck to you!

Thank you for your supportive words. You’re very kind.

Good on you for being open and honest with your colleagues, that must have taken a lot of courage. I agree that there is no reason for you to feel ashamed, it sounds like you handled the situation admirably.

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