Mental Health Action Guide

2026 - More Good Days, Together!

This Mental Health Month, Soulevement is creating space for connection, compassion, and support.

Good days look different for everyone. Some days are harder than others and that is okay. What matters is that we support each other, speak openly, and take small steps toward better mental well-being.

Together, we can build more good days.

If you’re in crisis or need immediate support, help is available now.

📞 Call or SMS: 1199 (Free, 24/7 support in Kenya)
🚑 Emergency: 999 or 112

Understanding Mental Health

Mental health is about how we think, feel, and respond to everyday life, how we handle stress, relate to others, make decisions, and cope with challenges. It is something everyone has, and it changes from day to day depending on what we are going through.

Some days feel lighter and more manageable, while others may feel overwhelming or heavy. Understanding mental health means recognizing these changes, paying attention to how we feel, and knowing when to pause, talk, or seek support.

The 2026 theme, More Good Days, Together, is important because it reminds us that improving mental well-being is not something we do alone. By checking in with ourselves, supporting friends and family, and creating spaces where people feel heard and understood, we can help each other move toward more balanced, hopeful, and better days.

Take a mental health test

Check on your mental health with a free, quick, anonymous test at

Note: This is not a diagnosis. If you’re concerned about your mental health, please talk to a licenced mental health professional 

Simple Ways To Create More Good Days

Small daily habits can improve your mental health:

Pause & Breathe

Take slow deep breaths when feeling overwhelmed

Express Yourself

Write, doodle/draw or talk about how you feel to people you trust

Stay Active

Movement helps reduce stress and improve moods.

Stay Connected

Reach out to a friend, family member or mentor

Get Involved

Be part of building more good days in our community

Attend An Event

Join our specially curated wellness events

Partner With Us

Join us to create safe spaces to support young people in the menatl health journey

Share

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