From World Mental Health Day To Every Day

Let’s Keep Connecting

Queensland Mental Health Week has just wrapped up (October 4–12), with World Mental Health Day on October 10. Across much of the world, October marks Mental Health Awareness Month, a timely reminder that wellbeing isn’t something we think about once a year. It’s something we grow every day.

This year’s theme, Connect for Mental Health, couldn’t feel more relevant. There’s tension in the world: between people and power, families, and communities. Right now, many people are experiencing disconnection, from themselves, from others, from country and culture, and as we get busier, even from the day-to-day parts of life that help us feel like ourselves.

But connection doesn’t need to be grand or complicated. A small gesture, done consistently, matters more than we realise.

That connection can start with self: slowing down, listening to your body, checking in with how you’re really going. Reconnecting with what brings you energy or joy.

It continues with others: making space for conversations that go beyond “I’m fine.” Checking in with some. Sending the message. Taking the walk. Opening the door.

Then there’s community, those moments where we feel part of something. A nod across the street. A shared meal. A story told at the right time. A feeling that you belong, somewhere to be and people to see.

And finally, there’s nature, the track, the garden, the breeze off the water, the way the light filters through the cane. Nature grounds us. It reminds us we’re part of something bigger.

At Tumbleweed Therapies, we support people to reconnect with all of these, with self, others, community and place. Whether you're navigating stress, identity, grief, or change, it’s okay to reach out.

If at any point during the week or year, you’ve wondered whether it’s time to talk, consider this your sign. When you're ready, reach out to me or Lucia, our local counsellor. After hours, call 1300 MH CALL or dial 000 in an emergency.

Mental health isn’t something we fix. It’s something we take care of consistently. Connection is part of that and starts with a conversation. Let’s keep the momentum going: reach out to us at intake@tumbleweedtherapies.com or call 07 4463 8679. You can also visit our website at www.tumbleweedtherapies.com.au