01/10/2025
🌪️🌊🔥 Emergency Preparedness Fatigue is Real
In Australia, we’ve faced bushfires, floods, storms, and constant news cycles about disasters. While it’s important to stay informed, being exposed to never-ending updates can take a toll on our mental health. This feeling is often called “preparedness fatigue” — when staying on high alert starts to feel exhausting.
💡 How to Cope:
Limit news intake – check updates at set times instead of scrolling constantly.
Focus on what you can control – have your emergency kit and plan ready, then give yourself permission to step back.
Practice self-care – rest, connect with loved ones, and take small breaks from “what if” thinking.
Stay connected – talking to friends, family, or a professional can help lighten the load.
🤝 You’re not alone.
If you’re struggling, support is available:
The Red Cross offers resources to help communities prepare and recover from disasters.
Lifeline is available 24/7 on 13 11 14 if you need to talk to someone right away.
It’s okay to protect your mental health while preparing for emergencies. Staying resilient isn’t about being switched on 24/7 — it’s about balance. 💙
