What is R U OK Day?
R U OK? is a harm prevention charity that encourages people to stay connected and have conversations that can help others through difficult times in their lives.
YOU DON’T NEED TO BE AN EXPERT TO HAVE AN R U OK? CONVERSATION
The work of health professionals is vital, and their value cannot be underestimated, however we can all play a role in supporting the people in our world.
ASK R U OK?
- How are you travelling?
- You don’t seem yourself lately – want to talk about it?
- There’s been a lot of change – are you ok?
- The pandemic is still stressful, how are you going with it?
LISTEN
- I’m here to listen if you want to talk more
- How are you feeling about that?
- We all seem to think we know what each other is going through, but I’d like to hear what it’s like for you?
ENCOURAGE ACTION
- What do you think is a first step that would help you through this?
- What’s something you enjoy doing? Making time for that can really help.
- With things the way they are, let’s just take it slowly.
- Have you spoken to your doctor or another health professional about this?
CHECK IN
- Just wanted to check in and see how you’re doing?
- What’s been working for you since we last chatted?
- Have things improved or changed since we last spoke?
- Do you need more support?
