Join Warriors for Life (WFL) & Kirk TONIGHT for "It's OK to not be OK"
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- Oct 12
- 3 min read
Come join Volunteer, Peer Support Specialist Kirk Poe for "Awaken Your Inner Healer!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support Victory for Veterans provides via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
TONIGHT's Topic: "It's OK to not be OK"
Join Kirk and friends TONIGHT for a discussion about "It's OK to not be OK" Everyone is welcome!
Saying "it's OK to not be OK" is important because it normalizes difficult emotions, reduces mental health stigma, and encourages people to seek help without shame.This acceptance is the first step toward healing, as it validates the reality of a person's struggle, promotes self-compassion, and creates a foundation for open communication and professional support.
Why this message is crucial
Reduces stigma:
By acknowledging that it's acceptable to struggle, this message helps to combat the shame and silence often associated with mental health issues.It challenges the pressure to always appear "OK," which can prevent people from seeking help.
Normalizes feelings:
It's normal to experience a wide range of emotions, including sadness and anxiety. This phrase validates those feelings and makes it clear that they are a normal part of the human experience, not something to be ashamed of.
Encourages honesty:
Admitting that you are not OK is a crucial first step toward getting better. The phrase provides a starting point for vulnerability, which is necessary for open communication with friends, family, or mental health professionals.
Promotes self-compassion:
Accepting that you are not OK allows you to be kinder to yourself during difficult times. It encourages self-care and gives you permission to rest and prioritize your mental well-being.
Opens the door to help:
By removing the barrier of shame, it makes it easier for individuals to reach out for support, whether through a trusted friend, a support group, or a mental health professional. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
14 Reasons "It's OK to not be OK"
Emotions – because you can use your emotions to assess how you feel.
Stigma – because it is important to fight against the stigma attached to mental health.
Learning – because by talking openly about your emotions you can learn from your experiences.
Avoiding – because avoiding your emotions could start to negatively impact your performance.
Helping yourself – because by experiencing and sharing your emotions you are helping yourself.
Human – because not feeling okay confirms you are human.
Sadness – because it is okay to be sad at times.
Weakness – because not feeling okay is not a sign of weakness.
Perfection – because it is not always possible to be the best possible versions of ourselves.
Strength – because feeling emotions can make us stronger.
Afraid – because we should not be afraid to admit we are struggling.
Friends/family – because you will help others to realise that it is okay to be open and honest about how they feel.
Improvement – because not feeling okay is one step closer to feeling better.
Embarrassment – because no one should ever be embarrassed or ashamed to talk about their feelings.
Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Awaken Your Inner Healer!" edition presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) - Monday (TONIGHT), Oct 13, 2025 @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, & 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86121340012
Thank you,
Kirk Poe, Certified Peer Support Specialist, Reiki Master, Certified Body/Emotion/Belief Code Practitioner, & Volunteer Facilitator, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
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