Thursday, 14 September 2017

How are you really?



September 14th is RUOK day in Australia, it should be world wide.  Have you ever been asked are you ok, to just say yes I'm fine?  When really you would love to talk about a problem with a friend. 


Well today take some time out of your day and ask family and friends RUOK?  Lend an ear so they can get their problems off their chest.  You never know you might be able to help in some way and offer a solution.  Or just listening over a cup of tea/coffee is sometimes enough.  Its nice to  know someone cares enough to take time out of their busy day to ask RUOK. Be courageous and open up.  Don't feel embarrassed, for all you know that person may have been in a similar situation.

 So ask RUOK? and when the person says YES ask again..... Are you REALLY ok?   It can take a bit of nudging to get someone to open up.

To all my friends out there in blog land RUOK?  I hope you are, but I'm here if you need to share. You can email me if you don't want to leave a comment. lindylouthomas1979@gmail.com

 And yes I'm ok, couldn't be better at the moment.  Life is good!

Hugs Lindy xx

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30 comments:

  1. PK14 September 2017 at 11:47

    I think this is an excellent idea! It's always easier to say 'fine' and it's a real friend that stops long enough to ask again, "Are you really fine?"

    As for me, I am fine. Worried about Nick's mom always, but personally I'm still loving retirement and the time to write. Glad you are good too.

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    1. Lindy Thomas15 September 2017 at 15:07

      Thanks for dropping by PK. Nick's mums health must be a real concern. I remember when Bears mum went through it, so hard watching her declining and losing herself. Stay strong and positive. (((HUGS)))
      Lindy xx

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  2. Cat14 September 2017 at 13:32

    Thanks for sharing, Lindy...what a beautiful tradition. Hope you know that if you ever need a friend, you can always email me.

    Hugs and blessings...Cat

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    1. Lindy Thomas15 September 2017 at 15:03

      Thank you Cat. Likewise you can email me if you need a shoulder to cry on or just because.
      Hugs Lindy xx

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  3. Eric51Amy4914 September 2017 at 13:51

    Hello Lindy!
    What a great tradition. We should do this all over the world. And you picked a good day for it. After all of the terrible crap we've been dealing with over hear, today was actually quite mellow. This is due, in part, to all of the support and love from you and the other bloggers. Yes, Amy is OK2Day. :)
    Amy

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    1. Lindy Thomas15 September 2017 at 15:09

      I'm happy to hear Amy is OK2Day. You know my email if you need a chat and a shoulder to cry on. Take care.
      Hugs Lindy xx

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  4. an English Rose14 September 2017 at 16:31

    Hi Lindy, I am glad you are okay :)
    We don't have this over here , at least I have never heard of it. Nice though...
    love Jan, xx

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    1. Lindy Thomas15 September 2017 at 15:04

      Thank you Jan, it is a nice tradition over here. Hopefully people will feel they can open up to chat if necessary.
      Hugs Lindy xx

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  5. Roz14 September 2017 at 18:34

    Hi Lindy, what a wonderful initiative this is, thank you for sharing. We have this here but I'm not sure we have a day as such.

    So glad to hear everything is going well in the Bear and Lindy house :)

    Hugs
    Roz

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    1. Lindy Thomas15 September 2017 at 15:11

      Interesting you have it in NZ as well Roz. Sending positive vibes your way and keeping you in my thoughts.
      Take care.
      Hugs Lindy xx

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  6. Anonymous15 September 2017 at 00:35

    Lindy,
    I love this post and the Ruok. I love getting to know readers behind the blog and now you will too.
    Meredith

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    1. Lindy Thomas15 September 2017 at 15:12

      Thank you Meredith, it is a great concept. I love hearing from our blog friends via email and getting to know them more that way.
      Hugs Lindy xx

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  7. willie15 September 2017 at 02:33

    We have a Bell Let's Talk day here ( put on by the phone company) for mental health awareness. I suppose the premise is the same. Life has been shaky at times here for various reasons, but thankfully Barney is my anchor- um in a good way not weighing me down! LOL.

    Happy to hear that things couldn't be better there Lindy. That is fantastic!

    willie

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    1. Lindy Thomas15 September 2017 at 15:14

      Nice to have you visit Willie. Yes sounds like the same concept as RUOK day here. sorry to hear times have been trying. always nice to our men are our anchors. Hope the situation improves quickly. If you need to vent my email is above.
      Hugs Lindy xx

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  8. ronnie15 September 2017 at 18:08

    Never heard of this before. We don't have it in the UK or at least I don't think so. Happy you are OK.

    Love,
    Ronnie
    xx

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    1. Lindy Thomas16 September 2017 at 14:01

      Thanks Ronnie, it should be made a world wide day.
      Hugs Lindy xx

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  9. Rosie Jones15 September 2017 at 22:36

    I'm a day late but glad you're okay Lindy. I'm okay too, getting some rest and relaxation in Mallorca.
    Rosie xx

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    1. Lindy Thomas16 September 2017 at 14:09

      Rosie you are so lucky with all the travelling you're doing lately. Enjoy!
      Hugs Lindy xx

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  10. Aimless Rambling16 September 2017 at 00:58

    So glad all is well in your world. May it continue.

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    1. Lindy Thomas16 September 2017 at 14:11

      Thank you so much Sunny. Hope things are alright in your part of the world soon with all that's been happening.
      Hugs Lindy xx

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  11. Ella16 September 2017 at 12:16

    Love this idea, Lindy. RUOK has become a rather meaningless greeting. The best friends are the best listeners. I do appreciate this group of bloggers. We are there for each other.

    There are so many life happenings that I can talk about here. You are one of many who really open your mind and heart.

    I tried to make it a cornerstone of my teaching. Even kept a simple tally so I would give the quiet children a voice, too.

    Great post!
    Sending Hugs Downunder,
    Ella

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    1. Lindy Thomas16 September 2017 at 14:04

      I agree Ella, the best friends are the best listeners. We all need a shoulder occasionally to cry on. A problem shared is a problems halved.
      Keeping you in my thoughts.
      Hugs Lindy xx

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  12. Cygnet16 September 2017 at 14:08

    Funny how we have gotten so distant from each other or perhaps so walled off that we don't feel like we can share our deepest thoughts. I'm glad there are reminders like this to really ask and listen. :-)

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    1. Lindy Thomas16 September 2017 at 16:09

      Thank you for visiting Cygnet. It is good to have reminders to check on our friends and hopefully they are willing to share.
      Hugs Lindy xx

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  13. Anonymous18 September 2017 at 11:03

    Hi Lindy,
    I love this idea and have heard of similar things here as well. I have often wished I were better at just being able to listen to others and shut my mind off from whatever I was dealing with.

    Jlynne

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    1. Lindy Thomas20 September 2017 at 20:55

      Hi Jlynne, it is a great idea to help others who may not normally open up with their problems.
      Hugs Lindy xx

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  14. Anonymous25 September 2017 at 01:06

    Hi Lindy,:) I don't know how I missed this! What a great idea this is. I don't think that we have such a thing here, but it sure would be nice to have in place. Excellent!

    I'm happy that you are okay, and enjoying life. I am A-OK too! The kids are well, and happy. Rob has a positive job prospect that we hope will pan out. Fingers crossed! :) I've been busy with weaving activities. And there is this handsome, spanky man that I love Love LOVE! LOL! Thanks for asking us all. An important and excellent question/day. I agree, it should be worldwide. Many hugs,

    <3 Katie

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    1. Lindy Thomas28 September 2017 at 11:13

      Hi Katie, good to hear you are A-OK. I know your handsome spanky man keeps you happy. Good to hear there is a positive job prospect. Good luck Rob.
      Hugs Lindy xx

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  15. Terpsichore9 October 2017 at 03:35

    This is a really sweet tradition and something that could just be part of every day caring. I am very glad you are doing well. I am known for politely saying "I am fine, thank-you" regardless of my true feelings but today I can truly say I am fine. :-) And thank-you for asking. :-) Hugs to you

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    1. Lindy Thomas12 October 2017 at 19:32

      Its so good to hear you are truly fine Terps. sorry a bit late in answering, we have D1 and little J staying. Rather hectic here at moment.
      Hugs Lindy xx

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