Living September 2020∣Youth Hong Kong
Whole wellness finding inner peace W
ishes for the wellness of your family friends and community are at the top of everyone’s personal agenda so HKFYG’s Wellness Mind Centre has pages on Facebook and Instagram where anyone can post ideas and hints. Here are some examples. Fear of the unknown
Take care of yourself
“Our anxiety does not come from thinking about the future, but from wanting to control it” Kahlil Gibran
● When facing the unknown, it’s perfectly natural to feel unsure. What should you say when you meet new friends? Will your loved ones always love you? When will the epidemic end?
● Many people prioritize the needs of others, forgetting their own. ● They try to take care of everyone and refuse to rest even when very tired. ● Such selflessness is admirable but please remember to take care of yourself before supporting others.
● We are all unsettled, sometimes panicky. The future is always uncertain and fear of the unknown breeds anxiety.
● We can’t share wellbeing if we have none ourselves.
● Some people want to avoid all risks, stay safe and never try anything new. They think if they avoid challenges, they will ensure safety. People like that want to control everything but nobody can control the future 100 %.
● No matter how busy you are, reserve “me-time” to relax and heal.
● Imagine your house is on fire. You run away to survive. There’s no question of stopping and thinking about it. It’s instinctive. In fact, if you feel anxious, it usually means there’s no immediate risk. ● Now think about the present. At this moment, you are safe. So, rather than being anxious about a future you can’t control, try recognizing real risks and focusing on what you can do in the present.
Bravery, not fearlessness ● It’s not the brave but the reckless who fear nothing. ● Fear and bravery are actually inseparable and true bravery means being willing to act despite your fears, even if you know it will be hard. ● Accept your fears, face up to uneasiness, prepare yourself. That's what it means to be brave.
hkfygwholewellness hkfygwholewellness Whole Wellness ( 好治癒 ) is a HKFYG Project STEP initiative sponsored by HSBC 150th Anniversary Charity Programme
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