Myles Mattila - MindRight #RoadtoTelus

Mission Statement

Cariboo Cougars’ Support Program

MindRight is a mental health lifestyle program designed to educate Cariboo Cougar players, coaches, parents, and supporters about mental health awareness and provide support contacts. We aim to provide accurate information and support with a compassionate approach. We are proud to work with the communities in Prince George, BC and the surrounding areas to help reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness. Our goal is that it will be recognized as important/vital to player health and development, and that the initiative will spread throughout the league in the coming years.

 

Myles Mattila

 

I want all our players, coaches, parents, and supporters to know, is that there are always resources to help. They don’t have to suffer alone or in silence. If they are ever experiencing mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, or thoughts of suicide, there is always someone who they can reach out to. It may not be the first person who they contact, but if they know where to go that would be the first step in getting help. Sometimes they might not get the hand they hoped for, however they need to be persistent in talking to someone who they can trust. Speaking up and ending the stigma is not only important for those seeking help, but for those who are also suffering and feel like they don’t have a voice. Be the listening ear, when someone needs you because you never know if that someone could someday be you.

 

Myles Mattila

@myles_mattila12

 

Kelowna BC / Prince George

Canada

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