May is Mental Health Awareness Month.
This year’s theme is “In Every Story, There’s Strength.”
Sharing our stories creates connections and enhances understanding~NAMI
When we share our personal perspectives, our thoughts and our journeys with others, as I do, we build a bridge of connection, create empathy and understanding, strengthen bonds and help break down barriers for others to feel less alone in their own struggles to hopefully give them the courage to ask for help.
Sharing my journey out loud and bringing awareness to a cause so dear to my heart has become my greatest passion and purpose in life. Especially for our youth.
Earlier today, with our continued efforts to support our young people, promote well-being, encourage open conversations about mental health, and with solidarity in mind, Rich and I participated once again in the annual Kids Help Phone “Walk So Kids Can Talk” 5km Walkathon.
Did you know that 1 in 2 of our youth struggle with their mental health alone, which is why Kids Help Phone has become more important than ever. They average more than 12,000 calls and texts per day across Canada and is a safe, trusted space to allow our youth to “feel out loud”; sometimes, for the first time.
A gentle reminder, “Your mess is your message.”~ Unknown
“May the 4th” be with you ✨️
KIDS HELP PHONE
PHONE: 1-800-668-6868
TEXT: 686868
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