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I just want to encourage everyone who is
listening to start a conversation about

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mental health with your
family and friends.

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There's this really cool framework
that Active Minds came out with called

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V-A-R, Validate-Appreciate-Refer,
and that's a good resource if you're

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looking for ways to start
that conversation with your loved ones.

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You know, the biggest thing is that it

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doesn't take a mental health
professional to make a difference.

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You can make a difference today
just by creating a nonjudgmental space

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for yourself and for others to talk
about mental health and suicide.

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That alone could save a life.