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🫀 When it comes to physical health, a heart attack demands immediate attention—a blocked artery depriving the heart of oxygen, leading to serious damage if not addressed promptly. Now, let’s extend this metaphor to mental health with the Thought Attack—a block in the mind caused by overwhelming or intrusive thoughts that deprive your mental space of clarity and peace. Just like the heart struggles without oxygen, the mind struggles to function under the weight of these unrelenting mental intrusions. A thought attack can leave you feeling trapped, panicked, and unable to cope. ⚠️ Disclaimer: Thought Attack is not a classified medical condition but a metaphor curated to highlight the importance of mental health and its parallels with physical health. When and Where Can a Thought Attack Happen? 🕒 Anytime: morning meetings, late-night overthinking, or even during a moment of calm. 🌍 Anywhere: at work, in traffic, or while relaxing on vacation. Like a heart attack, thought attacks strike without warning, often triggered by stress, unresolved emotions, or unexpected events. Signs of a Thought Attack 🚨 Mental Symptoms: racing or looping thoughts, overwhelming guilt, fear, or sadness. 🚨 Physical Symptoms: racing heart, sweating, or breathlessness—similar to a heart attack’s physical signs. 🚨 Cognitive Impact: difficulty concentrating or feeling mentally trapped, akin to how a heart attack impairs the heart’s function. How to Manage a Thought Attack? 1️⃣ Pause and Breathe: Like CPR stabilizes the heart, controlled breathing calms the mind. Try the 4-7-8 technique: inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7, exhale for 8. 2️⃣ Ground Yourself: Anchor to the present using your senses: What do you see? 👀 What do you hear? 👂 What do you feel? ✋ 3️⃣ Talk It Out: Sharing thoughts with a trusted person is like calling for medical help during a heart attack—it provides clarity and relief. 4️⃣ Challenge the Thought: Ask yourself, “Is this thought based on fact or fear?” Shift your perspective by confronting unhelpful patterns. 5️⃣ Seek Professional Help: Just as a cardiologist manages heart attacks, a mental health professional is essential for recurrent thought attacks. Preventive Care for Mental Health 🧘 Mindfulness: Like regular exercise strengthens the heart, mindfulness builds resilience in the mind. 🏃 Physical activity: boosts mood and reduces anxiety. 📖 Journaling: A mental detox to process overwhelming thoughts. 🤝 Social Support: Build connections to help cushion the impact of life’s stressors. 💡A Shared Narrative: Mind and Body🧠 A heart attack and a thought attack both demand care, attention, and quick action. Let’s normalize mental health first aid, just as we do with physical emergencies. Seeking help, sharing experiences, and prioritizing well-being are key to thriving in both body and mind. #MentalHealthEducation #ThoughtAttack #PublicMentalHealth #AugmentaHealth

🌟 2024 Wrapped: A Year of Impact at Augmenta Health 🌟 Swipe 👉 to relive the highlights of our journey this year! 💚 Together, we: ✅ Empowered lives with evidence-based mental health care. ✅ Worked on innovative programs and creative projects. ✅ Strengthened partnerships and built resilient communities. Thank you for being part of our mission to change the narrative on mental health. 🧠💙 Here’s to a brighter, healthier, and even more impactful 2025! 🚀✨ #AugmentaHealth #2024wrapped #Welcome2025

🎬 Frontal Lobe: The TRP Superstar of Your Brain! 🧠 What’s your brain’s TRP rating? No, we’re not talking about TV shows, but the Thinking, Reasoning, and Problem-Solving (TRP) abilities powered by your frontal lobe! The frontal lobe is right behind your forehead, like the director, producer, and scriptwriter of your life’s blockbuster. It orchestrates: 🎭 Creative Thinking: Generating ideas that keep life exciting. 🕵️♂️ Reasoning: Making decisions based on logic and not just impulse. 🧩 Problem-Solving: Cracking the code to challenges life throws at you. But that’s not all—it also manages your emotions, personality, and social skills like a true showrunner. Without it, the show would lose its direction. 👉 Whether you're brainstorming the next big idea, resolving conflicts, or strategizing your career goals, your frontal lobe is the silent star working behind the scenes. 🌟 So, give your brain its well-deserved standing ovation! Foster its TRP rating by: 📖 Learning something new every day: Keep your brain active by picking up new skills, reading, or solving puzzles. Continuous learning boosts neuroplasticity. 🧘 Practicing mindfulness for focus: Regular mindfulness meditation helps reduce stress, improve attention, and enhance emotional regulation. 🏋️♂️ Staying physically active for better brain health: Exercise increases blood flow to the brain and releases endorphins, improving mood and cognitive function. 💤 Prioritizing rest—it’s a necessity, not a luxury! Sleep is essential for memory consolidation, emotional regulation, and clearing toxins from the brain. 🧩 Engaging in cognitive games and puzzles: Activities like Sudoku, crosswords, or strategy games challenge the brain and enhance cognitive skills. 🎶 Listening to or playing music: Music stimulates multiple areas of the brain and improves mood, memory, and creativity. 🖌️ Exploring creative hobbies: Painting, writing, or crafting supports mental flexibility and emotional well-being. 🍇 Eating brain-healthy foods: A diet rich in omega-3s, antioxidants, and nutrients (like nuts, berries, fatty fish, and green leafy vegetables) supports brain health. 🗣️ Building social connections: Regular interactions and meaningful conversations reduce the risk of cognitive decline and improve emotional resilience. ☀️ Getting sunlight exposure: Sunlight boosts Vitamin D levels, which is crucial for brain function and mood stabilization. 🌳 Spending time in nature: Nature walks reduce stress, improve focus, and promote creativity. 📔 Practicing gratitude journaling: Reflecting on positive experiences enhances optimism and emotional resilience. 🤩 Coming in 2025: Augmenta Health’s Val-You Book—a guided self-discovery journal designed to empower you with insightful prompts, inspiring quotes, and impactful actions. Get ready to embark on a transformative journey like no other! #AugmentaHealth #MentalHealthEducation #TheValYouBook

🌟 Together We Run, Together We Fun! 🏅 The Augmenta Health team laced up their shoes and joined the Second Edition of the Canara Bank Marathon 2024 - 5K Run at Kanteerava Stadium on November 24, 2024. The event was a vibrant celebration of physical fitness, mental well-being, and community spirit, and we’re thrilled to have been part of this movement! With every stride, we reminded ourselves and others of the importance of health and happiness—both on and off the track. The energy was contagious, the smiles countless, and the camaraderie unforgettable. 🎯 Let’s keep the momentum alive—running for a better lifestyle, for unity, and for joy! 📸 Sharing our journey—moments of determination, laughter, and pride! Thank you, #CanaraBank, for creating a platform that truly embodies the spirit of wellness and togetherness. Here’s to many more finish lines and even more fun along the way! #TogetherWeFun #AugmentaHealth #RunForWellness #TeamworkWins #MarathonMoments #MentalAndPhysicalHealth #5krun

Ever Wondered What Your ‘Life Fine Print’ Would Say? Personal Disclaimers for Real Connections Inside! 1. Social Interactions Disclaimer: "Starting a conversation means you're in for humor, honesty, and maybe a bit of unsolicited advice. I'm here to listen, share, and adjust—just let me know what you need most!" 😄 Clear, open communication builds meaningful connections. Setting the right tone invites openness and helps prevent misunderstandings 2. Energy Levels Disclaimer: "Some days, I’m a ball of energy; other days, I’m in recharge mode. If I seem quieter or slower, it’s just me filling my cup to give my best to the world. Thanks for understanding that I might need a bit of time to refuel." 🔋 Our energy fluctuates, and acknowledging that can remind others (and ourselves) that we’re human. A little patience and empathy go a long way. 3. Boundaries Matter Disclaimer: "Healthy boundaries keep me grounded. If I pull back, it’s not personal—it’s just me resetting and respecting my limits. Your understanding helps me stay balanced." ✋ Boundaries are essential for mental well-being. Clear boundaries aren’t just self-care—they honor relationships by allowing us to show up fully and authentically. 4. Response Time Disclaimer: "I do my best to respond quickly, but life is full of commitments and surprises. If I’m a bit late, it’s not a lack of care—just life unfolding. Thanks for your patience as I juggle it all!" ⏳ Recognizing that delays happen can reduce stress. Giving others the space to manage their time is often the best way to show respect. 5. Self-Care Disclaimer: "To bring my best self forward, I might need time away—a quiet day, a digital detox, or a mindful break. Taking time for me helps me be there for others with compassion and kindness." 🌱 Self-care is a foundational part of mental health. Normalizing self-care reminds us and others that it’s okay to prioritize well-being without guilt. 6. Personal Growth in Progress Disclaimer: "Learning and growth are lifelong journeys, and you might notice some ‘construction noise’ as I build new skills, shift mindsets, and form healthier habits. Your support means the world as I work toward a better version of myself."🚧 Personal growth can be messy, and we all deserve the grace to grow at our own pace. Encouragement from others keeps us motivated to improve. 7. Availability Disclaimer: "I aim to be fully present when we’re together, but sometimes life pulls me in other directions. If I’m unavailable, know it’s not you—it’s just life doing its thing. When we connect, I’m all in." 🗓️ Life’s busy, and setting expectations for availability helps prevent misunderstandings, emphasizing quality time over quantity. These “life disclaimers” remind us that we’re all human—with unique needs, limits, and ways of navigating life. By setting boundaries and prioritizing mental wellness, we create space for deeper, more supportive connections. #lifedisclaimers #augmentahealth

What if every bench, every café, every shelf became a bridge to connection and calm? At our “Utilising Public Spaces for Promoting Mental Health Conversations” workshop, hosted during the National Mental Health Festival with Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies we Augmenta Health MHED NIMHANS explored how community spaces can be reimagined as sanctuaries for well-being. From Sip of Hope to Shelf of Help and Steps of Worth, our ideas transformed ordinary spaces into inviting places for meaningful connections. We shared grounding exercises, calming sound practices, and engaging conversations that showcased how small changes can inspire big shifts in mental well-being. Join us on this journey to see how public spaces can promote mental health, one thoughtful conversation at a time. Watch the highlights on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ggmMBarV #NIMHANS #AugmentaHealth #NationalMentalHealthFestival #Mannotsava2024

This festive season, let’s do something a little different—pause, breathe, and capture the moments that make it all feel magical. Through the timeless art of Haiku, we can transform fleeting sights, scents, and feelings into words that linger. 🌌 What is a haiku? Originating in Japan, a haiku is a three-line poem that follows a 5-7-5 syllable pattern, adding up to just 17 syllables. With a focus on simplicity, haikus often capture a snapshot of nature, a burst of emotion, or a moment of insight—perfect for the holiday season! Think of it as a way to press pause on life and paint a picture with words. Imagine this: candles flickering, laughter echoing, a cool breeze whispering through twinkling lights. A haiku can hold these moments like a memory, painting a scene in just three lines. Here’s a festive haiku to get started: Sweets on every plate, Earthen lamps, rangoli bright, Memories take flight. Ready to capture your own moment? Think of what makes this season glow for you and let the words flow. 🌠💫 Join us as we celebrate the beauty of simplicity and the richness of mindful reflection. Let’s light up our feed with poetic cheer! 🕯🌟 #FestiveHaiku #MomentsOfMagic #AugmentaHealth #Diwali2024

New Global Study Uncovers How Days and Holidays Impact Suicide Risk A major international study just revealed a startling trend: Mondays carry the highest suicide risk globally. The data, spanning 26 countries and 740 locations, uncovered unique insights into how certain days and holidays impact mental health. Let’s dig in to understand why and, more importantly, what we can do. Here’s what the study found: 🗓️ Monday Risk: “Blue Monday” isn’t just a phrase—it’s a reality. With up to 18% of suicides occurring on Mondays, researchers suggest that work stress, isolation, and “fresh start” anxieties can amplify distress. Yet, in regions like South America and South Africa, weekends carry higher risks, highlighting how cultural factors shape our mental health experiences. 🎉 New Year’s Spike: As the clock strikes midnight, suicide rates peak—particularly among men. This “broken-promise effect” shows the heavy toll of unmet expectations for a “new beginning,” often worsened by social isolation and alcohol use. 🤔 Cultural & Societal Impact: While Christmas lowers risk in some areas due to family support, regions vary widely. Factors like religious practices, holiday traditions, and work-life norms all affect mental well-being differently. What This Means for Us: This study underscores the need for timing-sensitive mental health resources and culturally aware support systems. By aligning outreach with critical days and cultural contexts, we can support those at risk more effectively. It’s time to take action: -Let's advocate for more flexible workplace mental health days around high-stress times. - Check-in on loved ones post-holidays and at the start of each week. - Share resources tailored for different cultures and experiences. Together, we can shift the narrative and provide support when it’s needed most. Let’s make every day a little brighter. 🌱💪 Reference: Kim, Y., Lee, W., Kang, C., Park, C., Bell, M.L., Armstrong, B., Roye, D., Hashizume, M., Gasparrini, A., Tobias, A., et al. (2024). Association of holidays and the day of the week with suicide risk: multicounty, two-stage, time series study. BMJ, 387, e077262. https://lnkd.in/gPfRKNJi 🔗 #SuicidePrevention #HelpieSuicideGateeper #AugmentaHealth

Step into spaces that invite calm and connection. At our "Utilising Public Spaces for Promoting Mental Health Conversations" workshop during the National Mental Health Festival Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies, participants explored Sip of Hope, Shelf of Help, and Steps of Worth—creative spaces designed to open hearts and inspire meaningful conversations. Through real-world mental health initiatives, we Augmenta Health MHED NIMHANS reflected on how these ideas can bring positive change to our communities. With gentle breathing and grounding sound exercises, participants embraced the moment and felt the impact of spaces that support mental well-being. A big shout-out to Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies for making this event an astounding success! Let’s reimagine our public spaces, one conversation at a time. Open Spaces, Open Minds! 🌱✨ #mhedunimhans #augmentahealth #mannotsava2024

🌟 Join us at MANOTSAVA! 🧠❤️ 💡 Ever wondered how everyday public spaces can spark meaningful mental health conversations? 💬 Step into an immersive, experiential journey and explore how parks, cafes, and libraries can foster mental health conversations! 🌿 At this interactive workshop, you’ll: -Experience a recreated mental health space and learn about impactful initiatives from @mhedunimhans and around the world. -Engage in interactive displays, brainstorming sessions, and fun challenges. -Explore practical insights and exciting strategies to spark mental health conversations in your local community spaces. Join us for the experiential workshop ‘Utilizing Public Spaces for Promoting Mental Health Conversations’ this Saturday, October 26th, at the National Mental Health Festival @Mannotsava. Together, we can make a difference by transforming everyday spaces into mental health hubs! 🌍💬 📅 When: October 26th, 2024 ⏰ Time: 2:00 PM 📍 Where: NIMHANS Convention Centre, Bengaluru 💬 Workshop Space 1 🔗 Pre-register at https://lnkd.in/gQA2D75T. Limited slots are available. Free & open to all! 🌟 Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies MHED NIMHANS #Mannotsava2024 #AugmentaHealth #NIMHANS #NationalMentalHealthFestival #PublicMentalHealth #MentalHealthEducation