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'Mental health goes beyond self-care guides, little treats, and taking a day off when necessary'
We welcome October rather lightly, sparingly, as it usually tethers between change and holding on. As the breeze cools slightly and we welcome a patchwork set of events – Ber months, Halloween, and a tinge of longing for autumn that can never be – we’re all encouraged to set our sights on something more important.
Mental health goes beyond self-care guides, little treats, and taking a day off when necessary. It’s part of a systemic and political ladder. Underneath the good intentions of these undeniably positive reminders lie perfunctory obligations.Self-care guides necessitate proper allocation of resources. You need a good bed to rest and recuperate, as well as a working bathroom to house your skincare regimens.
What do you say to people who uncover that their mental health issues stem from job insecurity, poverty, substance abuse problems, health issues, abusive environments, and lack of SOGIE protection, just to name a few?, the prospects are fraught. What’s more, the Philippine Statistics Authority posits that there is a 4.8% unemployment rate across the country as of January 2023.
Positive reminders, talks, and social media posts should coincide with more comprehensive and consistent government interventions, as well as constantly challenging structural barriers in place. It means having a safe home to come home to at the end of the day and not suffer hours upon hours of long commutes. It means having the freedom to exist in a safe space without suffering from senseless stress trying to defend expression and identity.
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