Consumed by overarching work pressure and family commitments, we often tend to ignore our mental health. According to a survey report by McKinsey, more than 60% of employees have experienced severe mental health conditions at some point in their career.
Some of the glaring symptoms of mental health conditions include irritability, lack of focus, poor work performance, high sensitivity towards criticism or negative reactions etc.
Although we think that these issues can be resolved through steady lifestyle changes, I have seen most people neglecting these symptoms and simply going down the rabbit hole and suffering silently time and again.
As a mental health coach and certified trainer, I, Ritu Singal, have mentored and brought significant changes to the lives of many.
In this article we will look at the different scenarios where mental coaching is needed and how I can help you achieve your dream life using a collaborative and focussed approach.
What are the common symptoms of degrading mental health?
As we traverse through our daily life, we often face challenging tasks day in and day out. In fact , as we grow older responsibilities increase. Taking care of aging parents, kids and extended family and managing work commitments constantly can become a recipe for deteriorating mental and physical health in the long term.
It is important not to neglect early symptoms and keep an eye out for triggers. After all, you cannot keep pouring from an empty cup all the time.
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- Erratic behavior and mood swings
- Social withdrawal and not sharing feelings with co-workers and family
- Decline in the quality of work
- Frustration and bouts of anger with no apparent reason
- Misuse of substances such as smoking, drinking to cope with stress
Physical Appearance:
- Poor grooming and messy outfits that are beyond normal
- Fluctuations in weight, fatigue, lack of sleep and insufficient rest
Psychosocial Indications:
- Always appearing irritated, anxious and tearful
- Negative thought patterns and inability to find positivity in anything
- Confusion, indecisiveness and procrastination
- .Inability to handle emotions and regular tasks with ease
Who needs mental health coaching ?
Mental health coaching is needed by people undergoing a certain crisis and successful people alike. Anyone who needs to change their current mental health condition and explore the full potential of their actions, is a candidate.
With more than a decade of experience, here are some of the ways in which I can help you reach your optimal potential.
- Identify your pressing beliefs and thought patterns and provide a vision for success
- Plan out a holistic path for lifestyle changes and professional growth
- Help you improve your relationships and personal connections
- Change your negative self-talk into positive and empowering belief systems that will eventually help you lead a fulfilling and happy life
- Navigate through challenging life situations and helping you thrive
Qualities of an Effective Life and Mental health coach:
Positive change starts with accepting that you need help.Once you have identified triggers and you are aware that you need help, it is important to now choose an experienced and certified mental health coach.
Some of the qualities that you need to look out for before consulting a life coach include:
Years of experience: You should take into consideration the number of cases and years of experience that your life coach has. A keen eye for detail, ability to actively listen and empathize with your situation is what sets him/her apart in treating your unique situation.
Specialization and certification: Life coaches are often specialized to help you in certain aspects. I am a certified life coach, trainer, teacher and motivational speaker with the John Maxwell team and have also trained under the guidance of Afreen Khan.
Style and approach: You should also keep in mind the style and approach which the trainer follows. Is it more structured or does it have a free flowing nature ?
It is vital to ensure that your expectations from the coaching sessions match with your trainer’s way of working so that you can get a smooth and stress free experience.
Past feedback and testimonials: Researching previous work and how your life coach has impacted the lives of people in a similar situation as you are, is crucial. Social media handles, google reviews and public forums are good places to start looking out.
Why choose Mental Health Coach Ritu Singal ?
I hold deep experience in handling women empowerment, child counseling, workplace counseling services, and mental health that has touched the lives of more than 12000 individuals across 14 countries.
More than being a coach, I will serve as a guide through my structured approach that will help you identify your own flaws and make positive changes in mental dialogue and daily activities.
I will also help you identify your inner strengths so that you can tap into your hidden qualities such as leadership, a long lost hobby or your social skills to be the best version of yourself.
I will also hold you accountable at every step of the way until you are able to implement the positive changes in your daily life.
There are many people who constantly suffer due to poor mental health, but the difference is that some people choose to take action. Each one of us deserve a peaceful and stress free life, and your search for the ideal mental health coach to guide you on this journey towards self reflection ends here.
