SIDE NOTE - Looking After Your Mental Wellbeing This Christmas

Published: Dec. 12, 2018, 11:54 a.m.

b'Welcome to the \'Pushin\\u2019 Through Blu\' Podcast.\\n\\nThis is our first \'Side Note\' episode. No guests. No stories. Where we unpack a topic of discussion, help share some advice, and try bring value and conversation to you the community. \\n\\nIn the lead up to Christmas and New Years, I wanted to record a quick episode, in an effort to reach out to those that may struggle around this time of year. Whether that be from financial stress, spending time with family, being away from family and friends, packed calendars, or the massive to-do-list pleasures, it can become overwhelming.\\n\\nThanks to the advice shared by Australia\'s \'Black Dog Institute\', on this episode I unpack some of these tips and advice points that others may consider implementing when looking after their own mental wellbeing this Christmas period.\\n\\nRemember to take care of yourself, as well as those around you, and enjoy yourself.\\n\\nWishing you a safe and happy Christmas & New Years! \\n\\n#MuchLove xo \\n\\n----------\\n\\nBlack Dog Institute\\nArticle: "12 Ways to Beat Christmas Stress" - https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/news/news-detail/2018/11/29/12-ways-to-beat-christmas-stress\\n\\n----------\\n\\nGuys, as always - if you find value in this podcast or feel it may help someone you know, please make sure you share it.\\n\\nAlso, if you can rate - review - subscribe to the podcast, it really goes a long way in helping us share these important stories and messages to help others. \\n\\n----------\\n\\nAustralian Support Contacts\\n\\nBeyondblue - Ph: 1300 224 636\\nLifeline Australia - Crisis Support. Suicide Prevention - Ph: 13 11 14\\nLifeline Texting Service: 0477 131 114\\nBlack Dog Institute: https://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/\\n\\n----------\\n\\nYou can also follow us on:\\n\\nTwitter: @pushnthroughblu\\nInstagram: @pushintroughblu\\nFacebook: @pushinthroughblu\\n\\n#ShareYourStory #MentalHealthAwareness'