Mental Wellness After the Storm: Reaching Out for Help Is Strength
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Collapse ▲After the devastation caused by the recent storm, many in our community are still reeling. While property damage and food loss are visible challenges, the emotional toll of a disaster often runs deeper than we might realize. It’s important to acknowledge that the mental and emotional strain can be just as significant as any physical damage.
Farmers, in particular, may feel an immense pressure to recover quickly and get back to work, but the stress can be more than anyone is prepared to face alone. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you’re not alone, and there are resources available to help. The North Carolina Farm Help Line is here for you—whether by phone or text at 844-325-3276—to connect you to the support you need. Additionally, the 988 Lifeline offers a national network of crisis centers with trained staff ready to listen and guide you through tough emotions.
Families typically experience a range of emotions during a crisis like this—whether it’s dealing with damage to homes, being displaced, or coping with personal losses. These feelings can show up in many ways: impatience, arguments, withdrawal, or a sense of being overwhelmed by the sudden loss of normal routines. It’s crucial to slow down and recognize these signs of stress as a signal to focus on mental wellness.
Here are some important tips to keep in mind:
- Be patient with yourself and others. Everyone processes loss and stress differently.
- Focus on the present, instead of worrying about what might have been. Fixating on the past only adds more stress.
- Accept that recovery takes time. Both physical and emotional healing happen gradually.
- Acknowledge your emotions. Feelings of disbelief, sadness, anger, or anxiety are completely normal.
- Don’t overlook children’s emotions. Provide them with reassurance, love, and support during this unsettling time.
Reaching out for help is not a sign of weakness—it’s a sign of strength. Lean on family, friends, or professionals, and if you’re struggling, know that it’s okay to ask for help. The NC Farm Help Line and the 988 Lifeline are here for you. In times like these, a supportive network can make all the difference in bouncing back from stress.
Stay strong, Burke County. We’ll get through this together, one step at a time.