Mental Wellness Starts With Small Steps, Here’s Where to Begin
Let’s be honest. Life can be a lot.
You’re waking up early to beat traffic, juggling work and side hustles, raising kids, taking care of family back home and still trying to show up with a smile. And in between all that, no one really asks, “How’s your mind doing?”
We check on our bank balance. We track our steps. We even schedule car service.
But when’s the last time you checked in with your mental health?
The Hidden Weight We Carry
Mental wellness isn’t just about therapy or mental illness. It’s about the everyday pressure we carry silently:
- That exhaustion that never goes away, even after a full night’s sleep.
- The anxiety of unpaid bills, unstable income, or job stress.
- The sadness that lingers but has no name.
- The smile you wear even when you’re breaking inside.
If any of this feels familiar, you’re not alone.
Did You Know?
- 1 in 4 Kenyans will experience a mental health challenge in their lifetime.
- Burnout, anxiety, and depression are more common than you think, but many suffer in silence due to fear or stigma.
- Lack of sleep, constant stress, and emotional strain can affect your physical health too leading to headaches, ulcers, and even heart problems.
Caring for your Mental wellness isn’t selfish. It’s survival.
And it doesn’t have to be complicated. You can start small.
Here’s how:
✅ Take 10 minutes for yourself every day. No screens. Just breathe, reflect, walk, or stretch.
✅ Talk to someone. A trusted friend, a care provider, or one of our Maisha Fiti counsellors.
✅ Say no when your plate is full. You’re allowed to rest.
✅ Celebrate the small wins. Got out of bed today? That’s progress.
✅ Unplug without guilt. Rest is not a reward, it’s a right.
What We’re Doing at Jubilee Health
At Jubilee, we don’t just care for your health when in hospital, we care about the whole you.
That’s why we launched the Maisha Fiti Program to support mental wellness for individuals and families.
Our wellness program offers;
- Free digital counselling for our members
- Lifestyle and stress management support
- Wellness education for everyday living
- Support groups and coaching for chronic illness and emotional health
Whether you’re dealing with burnout, anxiety, or just need someone to talk to, we’re always here for you.
Because your medical card should not only cover emergencies, it should help you live well, every day.
If you’ve been feeling off, tired, overwhelmed, or “not like yourself” please know this:
You are not broken. You’re just carrying a lot. And you deserve support.
This Mental Wellness Month, take a moment to check in with your mind.
And if you don’t know where to start, start with us.
Visit https://jubileeinsurance.com/ke/health/ to learn about our products and let us be your health and wellness partner.