Jan DelRey Mental Health Advocate

29/05/2020

“Depression and gratitude are not mutually exclusive.”

15/12/2019

Love this!!!

"If you could never pinpoint why simple 'inspiring' quotes didn't sit well with you, this could be the explanation."

03/11/2019

I love this!

I can’t stop this feeling anymore….people with mental illness sure do have a lot of feelings - some good, but often bad. We allow these feelings to morph out of control. We come up with justifications, conclusions for why we’re feeling as we are. These feelings pile up onto each other making us feel more and more discouraged. We have to stop thinking so hard about what, where, when, why and how these feelings come into our mind. Instead, treat them as just another thing that we experience and don't allow it to take over all of us, don't ruminate. Let them hover, let them pass us by. One way to disengage from them is to refocus our attention on other parts of our experience such our senses - sights, sounds, touches, tastes, and smells. This is one way to manage negative thoughts and lighten your load. I'd like to thank Eriq Henri Madsen of our community for this great infographic. Talk about feelings on ForLikeMinds.com

03/11/2019

This is quite true.

10/10/2019

is an important reminder that our mental health and physical health go hand-in-hand. Take some time and do and

09/10/2019

The National Day of Prayer for Mental Illness Recovery and Understanding has been designated as the Tuesday of Mental Illness Awareness Week which is first full week in October of each year. Mental illness networks and faith leaders are urged to work together so that they may recognize and prepare for this day in a way that works best for each faith community.⁣

30/09/2019

Su***de Prevention Awareness Month ends tomorrow, but we must create prevention awareness every second, every minute of each and every day, because 1 person completes su***de every 40 seconds around the world and 1 person completes su***de every 12.8 minutes in the U.S. and many, many, many more lives are touched by each and every person’s passing, each and every person's attempt. So don’t stop. Be aware, help save the lives of not only others, but maybe yours as well. Talk about Su***de Prevention on ForLikeMinds.com

12/09/2019

Do you know the signs?

National Su***de Prevention Week – Su***de often takes people by surprise. It festers, it grows and builds. Those with a past history of suicidal behavioral, suffering from depression and worse, depression and anxiety (especially panic attacks) and addiction, a history of impulsive behavior are at higher risk. If you’re worried about a friend or loved one, don’t be afraid to ask “are you okay,” to say “I hope you’re okay – I’m here for you”, and if you’re really worried to ask “do you feel like harming yourself.” It has been shown that talking about su***de does not increase su***de risk. These are the many signs of possible suicidal risk. Please ask. Loved ones with loved ones experiencing suicidal behavior may connect with others like them on ForLikeMinds.com

11/09/2019

Yes, talk about it! Bust the stigma!

September 10th is World Su***de Prevention Day. Learn more information on how to talk about su***de and mental health in a respectful way: http://bit.ly/2ZSVo1F

14/08/2019

Love this!

09/08/2019

Absolutely!!

06/08/2019

This is a good one.

This might come in handy for friends and family members. What you say and how you say it can mean the difference between amicable and confrontational exchanges as well intentioned as they may be. Take the time to ask to ask your loved one how you can do better. Those of us with mental illness should try not to always assume stigma, we should to give people the benefit of the doubt, a second chance. Family members can talk about what not to say on ForLikeMinds.com

01/08/2019

Please reach out to someone today ❤️🙏🏾

06/07/2019

Important distinctions between sadness and depression.

21/05/2019

Those living with mental illness deserve our support – not judgement.
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17/05/2019

This is powerful! Su***de is not a selfish act. Listen.

"When the House Feels Sad: Helping You Understand Depression" is written for all ages in hopes of helping families open up a conversation about depression, especially if a parent or loved one struggles. It describes the basics of depression and we are beyond humbled to bring it to our society. We pr...

08/05/2019

I love this!!

We are humbled and honored that CNN is recognizing Kevin as a Champion for Change this year.

We share this honor with all those who fight for the same cause of preventing su***de and the human right of mental health. We share this honor with all those who champion for those who do not have a voice. We share this honor for all those who are in and those who care for those in .

02/05/2019

Amen!

08/04/2019

This is my mantra! A very similar quote is what’s on the final slide of my mental health presentation.

05/04/2019

I couldn’t have said this better myself! So true.

29/03/2019

I absolutely love this video. Didn't realize he started speaking out about this years ago. So true what he says about shame can kill you. Good for him that he speaks out even though family members disapprove.

Former Rhode Island Congressman Patrick Kennedy writes of his own mental illness and addictions, but he also looks at his parents' problems with alcohol and ...

27/03/2019

I agree that saying “died by su***de” is much better. Yes, words matter!!

The phrase is stigmatizing in a lot of outdated, insensitive ways.

12/03/2019

It is common for people who are driven to experience depression and suicidal ideation, particularly when they don’t feel they have achieved enough.

Family members of the cyclist, a member of the American pursuit team that won a silver medal at the 2016 Rio Games, said that Kelly Catlin took her own life.

06/03/2019

True!

Finding the words isn’t easy. These tips might help.

04/03/2019

Enough said. Find hope on ForLikeMinds.com

28/02/2019

Yay! A great decision that will save lives.

CORONADO (K**I)- After nearly 420 su***des since the Coronado bridge opened up in 1969, some progress is being made to prevent people from jumping off the iconic bridge. K**I’s John Soderman joins us from Coronado with an amazing story of a local man, who jumped off the Coronado bridge and lived t...

18/02/2019

It’s about time!

If you are in crisis, please call the National Su***de Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741.

11/02/2019

Don't look away. Ignoring mental illness won't make it go away. Stop the stigma!

Lady Gaga sends strong message about mental health during Grammys acceptance speech: "If you see somebody that's hurting, don't look away." https://abcn.ws/2E3kLpT

03/02/2019

Absolutely true.

Shawn The Veteran Guy
Survivors of Su***de Loss - San Diego

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