Trigger Warning: The following contains conversations about mental health. This September 14th we are celebrating ‘R U OK? Day’. A national day of action dedicated to raising awareness around mental health. The day is inspired by the ideology around the power of a conversation. By simply asking “are you okay?”, our teams and communities are starting the conversation. Although asking the question is only one step in the right direction. The R U OK team has provided a range of resources and advice to help. The following are the four simple steps they are recommending to start the conversation: Ask Listen Encourage Action Check In R U OK also has a wide range of resources available to assist with the conversation. To view these resources, click here . Agin we want to remind our members and communities that we’re here to really hear, because a conversation could change a life! For any further information about R U OK? Day, click here . If your life is in danger or you’re concerned for your own or someone else’s safety please call 000. You can find support by contacting your local doctor or one of these crisis lines available 24/7. Lifeline 13 11 14 lifeline.org.au Beyond Blue 1300 224 636 beyondblue.org.au Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467 Suicidecallbackservice.org.au For a list of other support services, please click here .