Are you OK? Day

Today is Are you OK? Day (R U OK? Day... I choose not spell it this way!!!). I know I will be giving someone a call today so why not call someone you think needs to talk or even send them an email.

'A national day of action which aims to prevent suicide by encouraging Australians to connect with someone they care about and help stop little problems turning into big ones.

On that day we want everyone across the country, from all backgrounds and walks of life, to ask family, friends and colleagues: "Are you OK?".

Staying connected with others is crucial to our general health and wellbeing. Feeling isolated or hopeless can contribute to depression and other mental illnesses, which can ultimately result in suicide. Regular, meaningful conversations can protect those we know and love.

It's so simple. In the time it takes to have a coffee, you can start a conversation that could change a life.'

http://www.ruokday.com.au

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Thanks Drew    have a few I will check on , but isn't it sad that we have to be reminded to check on family and friends and to have a special day to remind us Please people, ring those you love and even some you don't  It will be good for the soul

I agree with you both, I keep regular contact with my family but when it comes to friends it seems to be a long time between calls sometimes and this shouldn't happen.  We get so caught up in our busy lives and days seem to run into weeks, we shouldn't need a day such as this to remind us that there is someone out there who is lonely and a call would make their day.

Forums such as this is a tremendous step forward to reaching out to these people, however there would be so many of them who don't have, and probably don't want the opportunity to learn how to use a computer so would miss out on it's value.

Thanks Drew for bringing this to our attention.

I also think it is a sad day when we have to have a special day to remind us to make sure others are OK.

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