“Feel the Beat, Feel the Joy: Mensana Fest 2023’s Zumba Extravaganza with Maria”
Mensana Fest 2023 hit a high note with the lively and invigorating Zumba session led by the dynamic Maria. As…
Read MoreUpdates, announcements and mental health news from Carlow Mental Health Association.
Mensana Fest 2023 hit a high note with the lively and invigorating Zumba session led by the dynamic Maria. As…
Read MoreIn a vibrant display of community engagement and commitment to mental health, volunteers from the Carlow Mental Health Association illuminated…
Read MoreThursday night marked the grand opening of this year’s Mensana Fest, a heartwarming initiative by the Carlow Mental Health Association.…
Read MoreLast Night Carlow Mental Health Association Chairperson Rita Kelly had the opportunity to sitdown with Hurling Player / Manager, TV…
Read MoreA Face in the Crowd is a short performance depicting the lives of four individuals who have lived with mental…
Read MoreConor Harris, 23, is from Kildare. He is a young footballer and was a popular participant in RTE’s Davy’s Toughest…
Read MoreCarlow Mental Health Association are back in action after a bit of a break over the summer! We wanted to…
Read MoreWe are delighted to partner with UPMC Outreach Centre, Carlow for the 1st in our Mind & Body series of…
Read MoreA quick reminder to anyone who feels invisible or forgotten right now Please stop convincing yourself that the world wouldn't notice or care if you weren't here. Your presence makes a difference, and your story has so much value even when you cannot see it yourself.If you are feeling completely disconnected, overwhelmed, or questioning your place in this world, remember this: You matter, let that sink in: Your existence is important just as it is: You do not need to prove your worth by being perfect, achieving big things, or constantly being useful to others. The world is literally better because you are in it: The small laughs you share, the kindness you show, and the light you bring into people's lives are irreplaceable. You deserve to take up space and be heard: Your thoughts, your dreams, and your presence are important, and you should never feel like you have to shrink yourself down. Your story is far from over: This heavy moment is just a single chapter of your life, and there are so many good days, people, and experiences still waiting for you. Give yourself permission to believe in your own worth today, even if it feels difficult right now.You are important, you are loved, and you belong here just as much as anyone else. 🤍 #mensana2026 #mentalhealthmatters #carlowmentalhealthassociation #carlowmentalhealth #cmha
Great event on this morning in the Involvement Centre
A quick reminder that taking care of yourself isn't selfish. Please stop putting your own needs at the very bottom of your to-do list while you fix everyone else's problems. You cannot pour from an empty cup, and you deserve the exact same love and care that you keep giving away to others. If you are feeling completely drained and like you are running on empty, remember this: Make yourself a priority.Honestly, let that sink in: Choosing yourself is a necessity, not a luxury: Taking time to rest, recharge, and breathe is literally essential for your mental health. You do not need to earn the right to take a break: You do not have to be completely exhausted before you finally decide to give yourself some rest. It is entirely okay to put your own needs first sometimes: Setting boundaries and protecting your peace is how you keep yourself from burning out completely. You deserve your own energy just as much as anyone else: Stop apologising for taking up space and doing what is genuinely best for your own well-being. Give yourself permission to step back today, log off, and do something that actually makes you feel good. You are the main character in your own life, so start treating yourself like someone you truly love. 🤍 #mensana2026 #mentalhealthmatters #carlowmentalhealthassociation #carlowmentalhealth #cmha
A quick reminder to stop carrying the weight of everyone else's expectations Please stop draining your own energy just to make sure everyone else around you is perfectly comfortable. Your time and peace are incredibly valuable, and you cannot keep burning yourself out to keep others warm. If you are feeling exhausted from constantly trying to fit into everyone else's boxes, remember this: You don't have to please everyone, let that sink in: You are not responsible for other people's happiness: If someone gets upset because you set a healthy boundary, that is a reflection of them, not you. Trying to make everyone happy is a losing game: People will always find something to critique, so you might as well just focus on what makes you happy. Saying no to others means saying yes to yourself: Choosing your own mental health over someone else's minor convenience is not selfish, it is necessary. The right people will love you for exactly who you are: You do not need to perform or change your personality to keep the right friends in your life. Give yourself permission to step back, protect your energy, and live life on your own terms.You are allowed to just be you, and you do not owe anyone a version of yourself that drains your peace. 🤍 #mensana2026 #mentalhealthmatters #carlowmentalhealthassociation #carlowmentalhealth #cmha