“I’m fine” can feel like the easiest answer when you’re living with depression. But sometimes, there’s more underneath. Take a moment to check in with yourself and reflect: How am I really feeling today? Generation Fine’s self-reflection exercise, from Mental Health America Conference Sponsor Johnson & Johnson, is a simple place to start. https://bit.ly/4ggjeh0 #GenerationFine
I'm fine is usually a self protective response when you are afraid how the person will respond if you are honest with what you are going through
“I’m fine” can sometimes become an automatic response, especially for someone who has been managing depression for a long time. It’s easy to underestimate how much energy it can take to appear okay while struggling internally. Creating space for honest self-reflection, without judgment or pressure to have everything figured out, can be an important first step toward recognizing when additional support may be needed.