What is Tele-MANAS?
A few days ago I called Tele-MANAS. And I told them about my worries.
“Tele-MANAS (Tele Mental Health Assistance and Networking Across States) is a free, 24/7 national mental health helpline and digital support initiative launched by the Government of India’s Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.”
And they kind of helped me.
How the call went with Tele-MANAS
I told them that I’m worried about my career and about my feelings of despair.
And they told me that my life was more important than any career.
And that did help me even though it looked like a lecture than an interaction in the beginning.
I don’t remember everything they said, but it was a very positive experience.
I think it was 7:47PM when I called Tele-MANAS. And I was asked what language I was comfortable in. And I chose English.
But a lady who spoke Bengali spoke.
At first I spoke in English but then I transitioned to Bengali.
I told her my worries and reasons for feeling such despair.
She understood my worries and gave me words of wisdom.
We spoke for about 12minutes and 25 seconds. And it really helped me.
I feel grateful that Tele-MANAS exists.
Asking for help is not weakness
Actually asking for help is an act of strength.
You are choosing to give life a second chance. And that’s a wonderful thing.
You’re not giving up but holding on to hope.
And that’s an incredible thing.
Maybe your mind is not working as usual and you’re not able to deal with life on your own. So the best way is to ask for help.
And there’s nothing wrong with that.
No one has the right to call you weak. Because asking for help is what strong people do.
So please be proud of yourself.
Conclusion
So calling Tele-MANAS helped me a lot.
I’d urge you to call them anytime you’re feeling despair or low.
My psychological counsellor has taught me other techniques to reduce feelings of despair which I can teach you in another blog post.
But for now please don’t give up and please ask for help.
Call Tele-MANAS and don’t feel ashamed. Be proud of yourself, you’re strong for asking for help.
You can call them at 14416 or 18008914416 or visit their website.
Thank you so much for reading this line. It means a lot!