TIPS TO ZIP
Tip #1- Show me a sign!
Take inspiration from comedian Tommy Little
and use the good old fashioned paper and
pen to communicate. It’s like an iPhone but
never runs out of battery. WARNING results
can be hilarious and/or awkward but this
method is 100% more likely to brighten
someone’s day.
“ZIP IT is an opportunity for
people to reflect on the way
they perceive mental health”
Tip #4 - Work the silence
baby!
Happen to be at work on World Mental
Health Day (October 10th)? No worries!
We know you’ve long dreamed of having a
silent workplace and now you can...
Follow the link for more information!
zipit.org.au/corporate-zip-it
Tip #2 - Express yourself
(without words)
Tip #5 - Resist the Tech
Temptation
2013 Ambassador and artist
Ella Page recommends experimenting with
art on the day. “ZIP IT is an opportunity for
people to reflect on the way they perceive
mental health”. What creative drawings will
you come up with?
Zipping it also means no answering phone
calls. But don’t worry we’re here to help...
Tip #3 - Prepare, Prepare,
Prepare!
Tip #6 - But do make
your social media buzz
Clinical psychologist, Chelle Taylor got through
the day by using a notebook and using a
variety of hand gestures and pre-prepared cue
cards. The other thing that really helped Chelle
was letting people know in advance about her
Zipping It!
Remember you ARE allowed to Facebook,
Tweet, Instagram, blog..etc and share
your story as long as it is about your
efforts/struggles Zipping It for the day. It
also allows you to score more donations.
Woweee
Click here to download our FREE and
AWESOME screensavers that let your
family/friends and workmates know what
you’re up to on the day! Text your Shhh
image to your in coming callers