Importance of Mental Health

“Laughter is the best medicine”, has been a well-known proverb,

But if a person is laughing to himself, he is told to curb.

Mental health is a term heard by all but understood only by a few.

In reality, people start distancing from you the moment they get a small cue.

Different people, different emotions, which manifest into completely different aspects,

“Give it some time, you will be alright”, is what they all say and expect.

“Why don’t you see a doctor?” They ask when I’m lying sick on my bed.

“Why do you want to see a doctor?” They ask when I can’t show what is going on in my head.

Mental disturbance may not always be seen by the eye,

A concerned talk would prove to be beneficial and may even save the final GOODBYE.

Why do you judge me, because I’m different?

At least I’m strong enough to accept that my life has a dent.

I don’t want your pity advice or discrimination,

I just want someone to empathise with me after my revelation.

It is true that depression, schizophrenia and bipolar are not just labels,

The people suffering from these illnesses can also turn the tables.

Therapy and medicines may be their need,

A little acceptance and empathy is what will help them indeed.