FabSwingers.com forum: High Five Friday

By *axxxpower OP Man
18 weeks ago

Rathfarnham

I was driving to work this morning, and i was just having a hard time. Felt in a bit of a slump. It brought up memories of people from my past , and we will all know someone that's hit a wall they couldn't get over and that brought them to the decision to end their lives. Unfortunately, they never spoke out about it to anyone, and people ignored the signs.

In some cases, all it takes is a simple hello or a fist bump just to change a person's mind and get them out of a slump. I hate to be a bit of a downer first thing on a Friday morning, but I think we should introduce High Five Friday. Just a fun small gesture to put an extra smile on people's faces of a Friday but also bring a bit of joy to those people that believe they are nearing rock bottom in their minds.

Happy High Five Friday folks

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By *ickin2Man
18 weeks ago

Kilkenny

Frisky High Five Friday everyone

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By *INTMan
18 weeks ago

Minutes from Somewhere Else

✋!

I do love a good high five. Can feel it in your soul!

Mental health still carries with it something of a stigma, unfortunately. That's changing, but slowly.

I'm quite open about the fact that I'm currently seeing a therapist on a regular basis & have been to therapy in the past. It's been hugely beneficial to my life.

It's been my experience that men are very closed off to the idea of going to therapy or confronting their emotions. I blame social conditioning and dumbass machismo. It takes strength and courage to admit you need help and then to actually go out and find it.

My hope is that my transparency encourages others who might otherwise not have gone to take that step. They might not feel comfortable with their first therapist - and it's okay to switch to someone you do feel more comfortable with - but the important thing is to take active steps towards improving mental health and emotional well-being.

Sometimes it's okay to put yourself first.

Happy High Five Friday!

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By *irdnBorisMan
18 weeks ago

dorset poole uk

Sumtimes every day can be a struggle to have that get up and go ive lost so many good friends through suicide most recent last april so next month going to be tough but i will get through it i still have to go to chat to someone as i feel down most days ive thrown meself into work to get through the tough times and the way i look at things is its about staying on that good road and keeping on it today might be a dull day but tmrw is always brighter

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By *axxxpower OP Man
18 weeks ago

Rathfarnham

Mental health is a taboo with men. They dont want to talk about it but times are changing. I too am seeking thearpy and have done for the last few years. Its the best thing i ever did and it made me realise theres so many people out there like myself. I used to always think why me but not anymore. I realise so many people have that same thought and the reality is they are not alone.

Thats why i decided to make this post. Not to bring doom and gloom but to bring awareness and make people remember. A small gesture can seem stupid to some but mean the world to others. Say hello to others. Give people a fist bump, give people that high five and put a smile on someones face

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By *ueen_MeadhbhWoman
18 weeks ago

sligo

Happy Friday

Sending hugs to anyone that needs them today

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By *tarbuckmanMan
18 weeks ago

Dublin

Happy Friday everyone and have a great weekend!

Take care and if ever things feels overwhelming for any reason, help is there if you can reach out.

Pieta Crisis Helpline. Freephone 1800 247 247

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By *tesset69TV/TS
18 weeks ago

Belfast/North Down

Always here to help you

And lend a listening Ear

Send you Hugs and Kisses to drive away your Fear

Make you feel how good it is

Just to be Alive

So here it is to you my Buddies

A Dirty BIg HIGH FIVE ✋

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By *om TangoMan
18 weeks ago

aughnacloy monaghan area

Good morning and well done to yous that made it to this morning. Super proud of yous. I’m very open about my pass. I was fucked but here I am today loving life . So anyone struggling. You’re not alone and if you learn to love and respect yourself there is hope. For anyone that knows someone that is struggling please think about giving hugs.A 8 second hug to a man releases dopamine in the brain, which gives him the feeling of connection and belonging. Also a 8 minute conversation can help someone to stop feeling lonely. So if you are struggling or know someone struggling try to have that 8 minute conversation. Could be over the phone or a coffee. Personally I go into work early to grab a coffee with a few of the lads in work. I won’t send out a high five to yous but I’m sending out a big 8 second man hug to yous and I promise you, you are not alone.

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