Thanks for bringing attention to this. Depression is such a force of darkness. I found that reaching out is the best way to bring me out of it. This community is a great place for that. I don't have a ton of free time, but maybe we could set up a channel on discord where people could chat with someone. Obviously not professional help, but sometimes a friendly voice is enough, especially for someone who can't afford professional help. Anyway, I'd be happy to help a few hours a week. I definitely can't spearhead it, but if someone else is able, I'd be glad to help.
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BlessingsWow @solarsupermama! What a beautiful idea and offer of service to the community! Thank you so much, dear being! It's compassionate hearts like you and @derangedvisions that are volunteering to help me get this healing message music out there that are making the difference in saving people's lives.
You're more than welcome. I am really grateful for your willingness to do what you're doing. We definitely need more support out there for people facing depression. I think it's also key to keep educating people who don't have depression. I know I had very different opinions about suicide and depression before I faced it. Most people just don't understand, and once they do, they will be more supportive, and it will become easier for those dealing with it to talk about it. It's definitely something I feel passionate about. Let me know if there are other ways I can help. I'll be writing a post soon.
Thank you for taking the time to read this initiative. As far as a separate channel on discord for people, I really don't think that is needed. I think the best thing would be to just get to know everyone that is in the discord channels you are in already. If you haven't heard from someone in your group for a while, reach out to them. The community is what makes this platform so great, so get to know the ones that you are in the discord channels with the most. Reach out to someone new each day. You never know how much you can brighten their day by just saying hello to them.
Absolutely. We have to be tuned in and keep checking in because it can quickly get to the point of someone not being able to reach out. I know there were lots of points I just didn't want to talk to anyone. It always feels good when someone you care about notices and reaches out to you.