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25.01.2022 World Mental Health Day 2020 #LookAfterYourMentalHealthAustralia Easy to say but not always easy to do and so very important.

23.01.2022 Did you know that the Macedon Ranges area is covered by two Primary Health Networks?? The North West Melbourne PHN and the Murray PHN. The Murray PHN includes the Northern part of our Shire Malmsbury, Kyneton and down to Woodend. Here is a great free online forum that you might be interested in attending!

21.01.2022 World Mental Health Day 2020 #LookAfterYourMentalHealthAustralia We'll be sharing 10 Tipsto Look After Your Mental Health this coming week - all important tips - but this one could possibly be the most important ... It's not always easy to reach out and seek help and sometimes accessing the right professional support can be a bit tricky Macedon Ranges locals have embraced many opportunities from different providers over the last ten years to participate in mental health education and better equip themselves to recognise and step in and support someone who might not be tracking so well with their mental health... Close to 10,000 good humans trained in our local community - bravo! We hope this investment increases the chances of someone, when they most need it, getting the help that they most need as early as they can. If you or someone you know needs support - keep these contacts handy! Lifeline 13 11 14 24 hours a day 7 days a week Lifeline Text 0477 13 11 14 6pm to midnight (AEDT) 7 nights a week Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 www.beyondblue.org.au Butterfly Foundation National Helpline 1800 334 673 Carer Support 1800 242 636 or 1300 554 660 SANE Australia Help Centre 1800 187 263 www.sane.org Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467 Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800 www.kidshelpline.com.au MensLine Australia 1300 789 978 QLife 1800 184 527 Open Arms Veterans and Families Counselling 1800 011 046 Need more information? Head to Health www.headtohealth.gov.au Black Dog www.blackdoginstitute.org.au Headspace www.eheadspace.org.au R U OK? www.ruok.org.au ReachOut www.au.reachout.com Embrace Multicultural Mental Health www.embracementalhealth.org.au

21.01.2022 World Mental Health Day 2020 #LookAfterYourMentalHealthAustralia Go on - treat yourself!

18.01.2022 World Mental Health Day 2020 #LookAfterYourMentalHealthAustralia Even at the moment whilst we are having to keep our physical distance - there are ways to connect with others, make the time to do this during Mental Health Week if you can.

17.01.2022 Every month should be #MentalHealthMonth

17.01.2022 We would like to add our Congratulations to Pauline Neil tonight. Many of you may not be aware that Pauline was the driver in the establishment of MRSPAG back in 2013/14. Recognising that for anything to change for Macedon Ranges required the local service system and lived experience to sit shoulder to shoulder and create annual plans of action to prevent suicide here in Macedon Ranges. ... It's been a tricky year for us as a group - we have definitely been impacted by Covid and some decisions that have been out of our control. Seeing this news tonight - well - a bit of good news is a great thing! Congrats Pauline.

17.01.2022 We got a late #bekindtoyourmind contribution from Samantha (and there’s no such thing as bad timing for fabulous #selfcare ideas ) Getting outside with a cup of chai tea, an academic text (yes, I enjoy reading these if I think it will assist in my role or day-to-day life, or if one happens to strike my interest), Sudoku or currently I'm learning the International Phonetic Alphabet. Sounds fabulous Samantha - thanks so much for sharing!

16.01.2022 World Mental Health Day 2020 #LookAfterYourMentalHealthAustralia This might have proven a challenge for many of us during Covid 19 so might take some effort to reinstate - definitely benefits to our mental health having a good routine (of course there is strength in flexibility also!)

11.01.2022 "Cooking good, nutritious food is how I'm kind to my mind. Food nourishes my organs, especially this Tuna pasta." D E L I C I O U S Harmony! Thanks for sharing.... #bekindtoyourmind See more

10.01.2022 World Mental Health Day 2020 #LookAfterYourMentalHealthAustralia The days can be long and tough, take a break - do something you enjoy and love everyday. ... We know lots of people have spent these Covid days learning something new - great stuff!

10.01.2022 Macedon Ranges Suicide Prevention Action Group is always so humbled to be the beneficiary of our wonderful community’s generosity. To all the runners out there looking for a local challenge/competition...this might be right up your alley! Head to the website to register!

08.01.2022 Great job Steve & Ryan! Still time to get your running shoes on this weekend!

08.01.2022 World Mental Health Day 2020 #LookAfterYourMentalHealthAustralia I think we all know when the scrolling is shifting our mood - it's ok to limit or completely switch off for a bit and give yourself a break from the socials and the news. Time to refresh and replenish.

06.01.2022 This post from Lifeline really resonated with MRSPAG - it’s been a pretty confusing time. You’re not alone. Reach out to one another Do one thing everyday that is totally dedicated to self care... Book an appointment with your GP if you’re worried about your physical or mental health Lifeline is a great number to pop in your phone 13 11 14 You never know when you or a friend might need it. Take good care everyone.

06.01.2022 Thank you to everyone for their contributions and for all your likes and shares and comments and kind messages as we have navigated this week together! We sometimes come to the idea of self-care like it's a bit selfish or self indulgent - we hope that we might have been able to reframe this kind of thinking a little across this week. Really it is about replenishing and looking after ourselves as best we can - preserving what we have in the tank at the time - and that's got t...o have great benefits for everyone we share our lives with doesn't it? MRSPAG'ians certainly think this is so! Here's a BIG Finish for our #7DaysofSelfcare from our friend Marcus! "When I'm on the skins - sees my mind and body (mostly) in sync." Thanks for sharing Marcus! #BeKindToYourMind good humans of the Macedon Ranges!

05.01.2022 "This is my self care leader. Unpaid. But much appreciated. He is non judgemental, a listening ear and has an instant calming affect on me when I pat him. Black Bean keeps me grounded through thick, thin, sleeplessness and covid."... What a great self-care leader! Thanks for sharing Lynsey. #bekindtoyourmind

05.01.2022 "My self care is Meditation and music. Today I combined them outside and did a walking meditation with some beautiful music in my headphones. I just wish I could ditch the mask to breathe in some fresh Macedon Ranges spring air." Soon Anne - fingers crossed we'll be mask free soon - until then - stay safe.... Thanks for sharing. #Bekindtoyourmind

04.01.2022 World Mental Health Day 2020 #LookAfterYourMentalHealthAustralia Go for a walk, a run, do yoga, ride a bike, skate or our personal fave - dance walking!! Even if you can just get outside in our magnificent natural environment and enjoy the beautiful surroundings - that's a plus!

02.01.2022 Only 8 days to go! Good luck to all competitors and many thanks to Wooling Hill for generously supporting MRSPAG!