A support network is essential for wellness. Carry the weight of life alone, and you may struggle.
by Grant J Everett
Maintaining wellness is something that is better to do as a team rather than as an individual. Friends, family, neighbours, workmates and casual acquaintances can all play a positive role in your life, and you may be surprised by how many people stick with you through tough times. Your team – generally referred to as your “support network” – can be made up of anybody you know, and each person will have different things to offer you. Note that your support people don’t need any formal training, or even know how to spell “schizophrenia” without using a dictionary. Building a support network isn’t a popularity contest! And even if you’re pretty isolated right now, that doesn’t mean things will stay that way forever. Despite how many bridges you’ve burned, there are still tens of millions of people in this country you haven’t met yet. And of course RichmondPRA is always there to support you!