You’re showing up. Doing what needs to be done. From the outside, things might look fine. But inside, something feels off. You’re not quite sure how to explain it, but you can feel it.
If that sounds familiar, take a breath. You’re not alone. And you are not doing anything wrong.
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, our team created a free resource to help you check in with yourself and take one small step toward feeling more grounded. But before we get to that, let’s talk about why this month matters and why this kind of check-in is worth your time.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Since 1949, May has been recognized as a month to bring more awareness to mental health. This year’s theme is Turn Awareness Into Action.
Most of us are more aware than ever of how mental health impacts our lives. But awareness is not always enough. The hard part is knowing what to do with that awareness.
How do you check in with yourself? How do you know what you need?
That’s where this post and the free quiz come in. They aren’t about fixing anything. They’re about noticing what is going on internally and making space for one supportive next step.
What It Looks Like to Feel Off
You may not be in crisis, but something doesn’t feel quite right. That’s the space where many people stay stuck.
Here are a few signs your mental health might need some attention:
- You’re more tired than usual, even when you sleep
- You’re doing everything you are supposed to, but feel disconnected
- You’re easily overwhelmed or more reactive than normal
- You’re not sure how you feel, you just know something is not right
These signs aren’t always dramatic. They’re often quiet. And they deserve care too.
Simple Ways to Check In With Yourself
You don’t have to do anything big to start supporting your mental health. A few small things go a long way. Here are a few ways to check in with yourself today:
- Write down one sentence about how you are feeling
- Close your eyes and take three slow breaths
- Ask yourself, what do I need today
If you want a little more guidance, we created a free mental health check-in quiz to help you pause and reflect. It only takes two minutes. After answering a few short questions, you will get personalized results and a small action step to try today.
This quiz isn’t about getting it right. It’s about noticing how you feel and giving yourself permission to respond with care.
You Don’t Have to Figure It Out Alone
Mental Health Awareness Month is about more than raising awareness. It is about reminding people that support exists. And it is okay to take it.
Our Healthwise team is here for you. Whether you’re feeling off and not sure why or simply want to talk to someone who will listen, we have immediate openings both in person and virtually.
A Gentle Reminder
You don’t need to have all the answers. You don’t need to wait until something feels urgent.
This month is about small moments of awareness that lead to simple acts of care.
Taking the quiz is one of those moments. So is scheduling time with a therapist. So is checking in with your body and asking what it needs.
Whatever step you take, let it be a kind one!