10/10/2026
WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY 💚
A message from one of our Founders.
My work is centred around mental health and wellbeing. As a Community Connector, CEO of New Life Community Church Spilsby, and co founder of Bro Pro UK, I spend so much of my time supporting others, creating safe spaces, building connections and reminding people that they matter. But here's something I want to be honest about: just because you work in mental health doesn't mean you don't struggle with your own.
I've had moments when I've asked myself, "What's the point?" Moments when the questions have turned into "Why me? Why now? Why does it feel so hard?" Times when I've had to stop, take a breath and remind myself that I'm human too. I don't always have the answers, and I don't always feel strong. Sometimes, even when you're the person others turn to, you need someone to turn to yourself.
But over time, I've learnt the importance of reaching for my own toolbox. Taking time out, walking, reflecting, talking, leaning on my faith and remembering the things that help me find my feet again. I've learnt to surround myself with people who lift me up rather than weigh me down. People who check in, who listen without judgement, who pray for me, stand beside me and remind me of who I am when I struggle to see it for myself. And I'm so grateful for those people, because sometimes their presence makes more difference than they'll ever know.
So, this World Mental Health Day, here's my reminder to you.
Please keep checking on your friends. Check on your family. Check on the person who is always smiling, the one who makes everyone else laugh, the one who is always there for everybody else. Check on the person who has gone quiet, who seems a little different, or who keeps saying they're fine.
And when you ask, "Are you okay?" — ask twice.
Give people permission to be honest. Make space for the answer they might be frightened to give. You don't need to have all the answers, fix their problems or find the perfect words. Sometimes, simply listening, making a cuppa, going for a walk, offering a hug or saying "I'm here, and I'm not going anywhere" can mean everything.
We talk a lot about breaking the stigma around mental health, but it starts with the little things we do every day. Connection matters. Community matters. Faith, friendship and feeling that you belong can matter more than we realise.
And if you're reading this today and you're struggling, please remember that you don't have to carry everything alone. You matter, your story matters, and there is support available. You don't have to wait until you reach breaking point to ask for help.
Check on your people. Ask twice. Listen carefully. Love openly. And remind one another that nobody should have to face their darkest moments alone. 💚
