Sometimes it’s easy to think about what we want to share...and sometimes, it's hard to know where to start.
If you're feeling overwhelmed or stuck in a rut with your storytelling, try asking yourself a few questions for inspiration:
- Did you see something about mental health in the news or online that you want to respond to?
- Did you watch, read, see or play something that you want to share with the world?
- Have you had a conversation about mental health that stands out in your memory?
- Have you had an experience that made you think about mental health attitudes in a particular way recently?
Sometimes, changing the way you share your thoughts can bring a new dimension to how you explore a theme:
Finally, it’s absolutely okay to look at what other people are doing, and to be inspired by (not copy!) the way they share their ideas. Perhaps you’ve seen lots of conversations about a certain topic, or you like the way someone has approached their storytelling? How could you learn from what they’re doing and create something in your own style and with your own voice?
Remember, there's no 'right' way to tell your stories or talk about your experiences around mental health. You don't have to stick to the rules you were taught in school, or make something super polished. Give yourself permission to speak the words that feel most truthful to you and express them in the way that feels most right - even if it's a little messy.
Thank you to RubyEtc for the illustrations - you can visit her website, or follow her on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook.