Show yourself some love, some compassion: Hania Aamir

Slowly but gradually, the world is waking up to the importance of mental health care. Celebrities’ speaking up about their experiences is encouraging regular folks to share their stories as well.

Time and again, starlet Hania Aamir has urged everyone to be more vocal about their mental health too. The Ishqiya actor has always been open about her own mental health struggle. Recently, taking to Instagram, she shed light on the importance of taking care of oneself.

"Self-care is essential," the actor penned. "Show yourself some love, some compassion. Be vulnerable and ask for help when you need to; there is no shame in reaching out for help." She went on, "Spend some quality time with yourself. Indulge in activities that truly make you happy. Take care of yourself and it will eventually lead to a beautiful and more positive outlook on the world."

In 2019, the Anaa star had shared some guidelines on how one can help those fighting anxiety and depression. "Mental health issues are real. As real as any other ailment that needs medication. In this world of vast knowledge and access to the internet, we all can look up what mental illness looks like so if a friend comes to you explaining a situation that isn’t very normal for you to hear, just be patient and make them feel it is normal," she had written. "Do your research and get them help because it took them a ton of courage and sleepless nights and crying and anxiety to come to this conclusion, to let somebody in on their illness hoping you could help. So do try and help!"

Aamir added. "And do not brush it off saying things like “it will be okay” or “you should be happy more.” Don’t give them that. Tell them their issues are serious and that you understand!" Comfort them, make them feel safe and consult a psychologist or psychiatrist if need be. Spread awareness! It’s important for everyone to understand because one out of four people battle depression or anxiety every year and we all need to be aware and there for them!"

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