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Why Everyone Should Take the FREE Mental Health First Aid Training!

Posted by strange on February 21, 2019
Why Everyone Should Take the FREE Mental Health First Aid Training!

What if people actually knew what to say and do to help you through your depression spiral, panic attack, or other mental health crisis? Do you have mind obstacles and yet feel conflicted as to what to do for someone else struggling?

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When a friend calls to vent, ask them these questions.

Posted by strange on December 5, 2018
When a friend calls to vent, ask them these questions.

When a friend asks to vent, ask them what they need from you.

✨”Do you want me to…

A) just listen

B) give advice

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