Mental Health Minute

Falling is part of life. Whether it’s a setback, heartbreak, burnout, or a spiral into anxiety or depression — we all stumble. It’s easy to feel like the fall defines us. But what truly shapes us is the strength it takes to get back up.

Rising again doesn’t always look like a grand comeback. Sometimes, it’s getting out of bed when your mind tells you not to. It’s reaching out when silence feels safer. It’s choosing to try again — to believe that healing is possible, even when it feels far away.

There is no shame in the fall. It’s not a sign of weakness; it’s part of being human. But there is profound courage in standing up, dusting yourself off, and taking that next small step forward.

Your story isn’t over because of the fall. In many ways, it begins when you rise.

You are stronger than you think. Keep going.

If you're struggling, you're not alone. Reach out — support is always available.