World Mental Health Day 2024
Posted on 10th October 2024
Today, on World Mental Health Day, Maidenhead United Football Club would like to take a moment to reflect on the importance of mental wellbeing. Not only within the world of football, but across every aspect of life.
Football is often celebrated for its physical demands and challenges, but we believe that mental health is just as critical as physical fitness, both on and off the pitch. We are fully committed to promoting an environment where mental health is prioritised and where the conversation around well-being is open, supportive, and free from stigma.
World Mental Health Day serves as a powerful reminder of how important it is to talk about mental health, to check in on ourselves and those around us, and to seek help when it’s needed. Whether it’s the pressure of competition, the challenges of everyday life, or the uncertainty and stress that many experience in their professional and personal lives, mental health affects all of us. No one is immune to these challenges, but together, we can help break the silence that too often surrounds them. By acknowledging the importance of mental health in our workplaces, our homes, and our communities, we can make a real difference in people’s lives.
At Maidenhead United, we have taken steps to ensure that mental health is a core part of our values. We recognise the importance of physical wellbeing by providing fitness activities for all ages, while also ensuring anyone who needs emotional support can access it. We are committed to combatting loneliness within our community, and firmly believe the mental health benefits of football can be enjoyed by all. We are proud of the opportunities our women and girls’ offerings can provide, enabling anyone, of any age, or any gender, to improve their mental health.
By recognising World Mental Health Day together, we hope to spread the message that it’s okay not to be okay and that seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether it’s reaching out to a friend, talking to a professional, or simply taking the time for self-care, we all deserve to feel supported.
Through our partnership with the Campaign Against Living Miserably, we hope to prevent suicide by ensuring that nobody feels alone in their struggles. If you are struggling or you know someone who is struggling the Campaign Against Living Miserably is available to provide support through its anonymous helpline at 0800 585858, or through the range of tools and resources on their website providing practical, non-clinical advice to make talking and managing mental health easier.
Our partnership with the Campaign Against Living Miserably has been made possible because of the generous support of our coalition of CALM partners, who recognise that together we can break the stigma of mental health and help save lives. Together, we are UNITED AS ONE and UNITED AGAINST SUICIDE.
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