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Bell Canada will donate 5 cents for every tweet with #BellLetsTalk today toward mental health initiatives #EndTheStigma
In support of Bell Let's Talk Day in Canada which supports Mental Health. For anyone who needs it, better days are ahead.
This is a quick edit from my first student film i made many moons ago: 1993.
It's an autobiographical account of my first nervous breakdown when i was 19. I directed, wrote, shot and edited and narrated the whole piece.
My film teacher told me that making a piece about mental illness was a fine balancing act: too heavy handed, and people would not take it seriously. Not serious enough, and it would come off looking like a bad comedy.
This film went on to win several awards, play in several international film festivals, and to this day, can still move people to tears with the last 2 minutes of the film...
My film teacher had tears in her eyes when she saw my final rough cut of the film. So did almost all of my classmates.
I'm trying to edit this so I can put it on youtube because I think it's an important film. Important because even in the year 2010, mental illness is still a dirty word...
*its now 2018, and the stigma is slowly lifting...
"Bell Let’s Talk is the single largest corporate commitment to mental health in Canada. Originally a five-year, $50 million program to help create a stigma-free Canada and drive action in mental health .." - Wikipedia
#BellLet'sTalk
Talk / Listen 💙 #BellLetsTalk
Today is Bell Let's Talk Day. If you are Canadian, then you have heard of it. For those that don't know what it is, Bell Let's Talk Day is an annual mental health initiative that's focused on how we can support ourselves and those in our community by listening, talking and being there for one another. On this day Bell donates 5 cents to Canadian mental health programs for every applicable text, local or long distance call, tweet or TikTok video using the hashtag #BellLetsTalk, every Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Snapchat, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube view of the Bell Let’s Talk Day video, and every use of the Bell Let’s Talk Facebook frame or Snapchat lens. The money raised is then put back into the communities to help create a positive change and mental health awareness.
Mental illness is a real illness. You may know someone who is struggling but might not know what to say to help them. Just be there for them and let them know you are there for them and when they do want to talk, listen. We all need to look out for each other.
One of four photos taken today on my walk to enjoy the sunshine and the snow. It felt like - 17 C but if felt good to be alive!
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For every applicable text, mobile and long distance call, tweet using #BellLetsTalk, Bell Let’s Talk Day video view on social media, use of the Bell Let’s Talk Facebook frame or Snapchat filter, Bell will donate 5¢ to Canadian mental health initiatives. Let’s work together to create a stigma-free Canada!
One of four photos taken today on my walk to enjoy the sunshine and the snow. It felt like - 17 C but if felt good to be alive!
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One of three photos taken on my walk yesterday to enjoy the sunny but cold day in Toronto. A brisk walk, despite a wind chill of - 17 C made me so happy. I stuck to the trails, so did not risk a fall. Best seen large by clicking on the photo.
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Here in Canada it is Bell Let's Talk Day so of course I have to wear my #BellLetsTalk hat that I was gifted by one of the many Med Tech's I worked along side at the Base Clinic in Kingston several years back on one of the first #BellLetsTalk days.
I was always a big supporter of #BellLetsTalk from the onset at our medical clinic in ending the stigma because in any given year 1 in 5 Canadians will experience a mental health illness or addiction.
PTSD for our service members was just one of the Mental Health issues that some suffered. Back in World Wars I and II, the Korean War and other times of conflict PTSD did not have a name per say. They used the term "shell shock" and of course many who went through those conflicts never spoke of the trauma they endured from the things they saw.
Of course PTSD is not just a "soldiers illness" now, we see our first responders too are suffering from PTSD as well as many "normal" citizens. Trauma of any kind can produce PTSD and left unchecked our mental well being suffers. We go to a doctor for medical health issues, an specialist such as an ophthalmologist for eye health issues etc. so, why is there as stigma attached to going to see a Mental Health Professional for our mental well being? Two out of three people will suffer in silence for fear of the stigma attached to it.
Mental Illness at one time had a stigma attached to it - even now the stigma is there and we must all try to end the stigma that surrounds mental health issues. We can do so by educating ourselves . One good place to learn more about Mental Health Issues here in Canada is the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health and you can find them on the web at www.camh.ca/
Adults are not the only ones who can have a mental health issues - children too suffer. Since 2020 when many cities around the world were in a form of lockdown, people's mental health took it's toll. One thing to remember is it's okay to be not okay.
If you are in Canada and are with the Bell Network you can call or text today and Bell will donate 5 cents towards a mental health initiative.
Why not join the world's biggest mental health initiative today and help stop the stigma. You can learn more at letstalk.bell.ca/en/
The theme is close to home and this cause is close to home for me because I am 1 in 5.
A shadow selfie taken this morning on my short walk down to the waterfront in Toronto.
"Every #BellLetsTalk Day, Canadians come together to speak out, break down stigma and talk openly about our mental health. We’ve come so far, but there’s still a long way to go. RT this and Bell donates 5 cents to mental health programs across the country." - Justin Trudeau
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One of three photos taken on my walk yesterday to enjoy the sunny but cold day in Toronto. A brisk walk, despite a wind chill of - 17 C made me so happy. I stuck to the trails, so did not risk a fall. Taken from the first bridge I cross to enter the Humber Bay Park West. Best seen large by clicking on the photo.
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One of four photos taken today on my walk to enjoy the sunshine and the snow. It felt like - 17 C but if felt good to be alive!
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One of three photos taken on my walk yesterday to enjoy the sunny but cold day in Toronto. A brisk walk, despite a wind chill of - 17 C made me so happy. I stuck to the trails, so did not risk a fall. This is another shot of my favourite lighthouse in Humber Bay Marina. Best seen large by clicking on the photo.
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Week 4/52
*No, the cuts/scars are not real.
This week the theme for #LetsGetCreative2015 was music. While I was brainstorming ideas for my self-portrait, I happened upon the song ‘Chandelier’ by Sia. Somehow, I had never listened to it apart from snippets of the chorus on car radios. As I was listening to the lyrics though, I was incredibly moved by her raw honesty. Sun is up, I’m a mess/Got to get out now, got to run from this/Here comes the shame, here comes the shame.
I find so often that pop has become a meaningless genre; more about making the raciest music video rather than creating art. (This is why I don’t listen to the radio and managed not to hear this song until now). It’s amazing when artists like Sia break through and really say something important through their music.
I started writing my ideas down right away. I knew I wanted to create something to go with this song. As I started experimenting and shooting, the photos became more and more personal and I wasn’t sure if I was ever going to post it anywhere. Then I realized that today is #BellLetsTalk.
Sia was brave enough to release her song about her addiction, so I am going to share my photos too.
While I have been fortunate enough to never battle a substance addiction, I understand what it is like to not want to feel anything. I understand what it means to wake up and be unable to get out of bed. I know what it’s like to hate yourself for not being able to handle simple things like schoolwork and talking to people. I used alcohol and forms of self-harm to cope with my untreated depression and anxiety for years throughout high school. I was lucky enough to have the support of my friends, family, and teachers to get myself out of that dark place.
Today I have decided to share a little bit of myself in the hopes that someone who is still struggling will read this and realize that there is a way out. I am okay, and you will be okay too. Don’t be afraid to admit that you need help, it’s not your fault.
One of four photos taken today on my walk to enjoy the sunshine and the snow. It felt like - 17 C but if felt good to be alive!
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Today is #bellletstalkday2019 - here’s a selfie of me in my much loved #BellLetsTalk touque that my dear colleague, a member of the Canadian Forces Cynthia got me a few years back. I am one in five. In 1993 we lost our son and with the stigma that depression had at the time I suffered for a long time in silence. I wish that more mental health initiatives were around at that time. I am at a good place now and I know that help can be obtained through many avenues available if I find I am going to need to talk to someone. I know the stigma of mental health is still there but, we are getting better in helping to end the stigma thanks to initiatives like #BellLetsTalk. You never know who is suffering with a mental illness. Mental illness can happen to anyone no matter on one’s social status, one’s background, age group or gender. Mental illness can affect a celebrity as well as your next door neighbour, your child, your parent, your bff, your spouse or partner or yourself. We look after our body when it is ill so why not our mind?
Today I put a sign on my door at work. It read "I am 1 out of 5. Let's fight the stigma tweet using #BellLetsTalk " it got people talking smile emoticon. I have never until today admitted publicly at work that I am 1 out of 5 who suffers from an unseen disability. We all need to help bring awareness to those of us who are 1 in 5.
Today is #BellLetsTalk and is arguably the most influential campaign aimed at ending the stigma of mental illness. Let's break the silence—together. #MentalHealth #Construction #Contribute #Stigma #Awareness #ConstructingHistory #mgicorp
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Tomorrow (Jan 27th) is Bell Lets Talk Day here in Canada. One in five people will suffer from some form of mental illness at some point in their life. At this very moment some 3,000,000 people are suffering from some form of depression.
Mental illness can include PTSD, depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, eating disorders and addictive behaviors. Mental illness knows no race, creed, colour, religion, age or sex.
27% of Canadians are fearful of being around someone who is diagnosed with a mental illness. 49% of Canadians say they would socialize with someone with a mental illness.
Ten Common Myths
Here are ten common myths about mental illnesses.
Myth #1: Mental illnesses aren’t real illnesses.
Fact: The words we use to describe mental illnesses have changed greatly over time. What hasn’t changed is the fact that mental illnesses are not the regular ups and downs of life. Mental illnesses create distress, don’t go away on their own, and are real health problems with effective treatments. When someone breaks their arm, we wouldn’t expect them to just “get over it.” Nor would we blame them if they needed a cast, sling, or other help in their daily life while they recovered.
Myth #2: Mental illnesses will never affect me.
Fact: All of us will be affected by mental illnesses. Researchers estimate that as many as one in five Canadians will experience a mental illness at some point in their life. You may not experience a mental illness yourself, but it’s very likely that a family member, friend, or co-worker will experience challenges.
Myth #3: Mental illnesses are just an excuse for poor behaviour.
Fact: It’s true that some people who experience mental illnesses may act in ways that are unexpected or seem strange to others. We need to remember that the illness, not the person, is behind these behaviours. No one chooses to experience a mental illness. People who experience a change in their behaviour due to a mental illness may feel extremely embarrassed or ashamed around others. It’s also true that people with a history of a mental illness are like anyone else: they may make poor choices or do something unexpected for reasons unrelated to symptoms of their illness.
Myth #4: Bad parenting causes mental illnesses.
Fact: No one factor can cause mental illnesses. Mental illnesses are complicated conditions that arise from a combination of genetics, biology, environment, and life experiences. Family members and loved ones do have a big role in support and recovery.
Myth #5: People with mental illnesses are violent and dangerous.
Fact: Some people try to predict violence so they know what to avoid. However, the causes of violence are complicated. Researchers agree that mental illnesses are not a good predictor of violence. In fact, if we look at mental illnesses on their own, people who experience a mental illness are no more violent than people without a mental illness.Excluding people from communities is linked to violence. And people with mental illnesses are often among those who are excluded. It’s also important to note that people who experience mental illnesses are much more likely to be victims of violence than to be violent.
Myth #6: People don’t recover from mental illnesses.
Fact: People can and do recover from mental illnesses. Today, there are many different kinds of treatments, services, and supports that can help. No one should expect to feel unwell forever. The fact is, people who experience mental illnesses can and do lead productive, engaged lives. They work, volunteer, or contribute their unique skills and abilities to their communities. Even when people experience mental illnesses that last for a long time, they can learn how to manage their symptoms so they can get back to their goals. If someone continues to experience many challenges, it may be a sign that different approaches or supports are needed.
Myth #7: People who experience mental illnesses are weak and can’t handle stress.
Fact: Stress impacts well-being, but this is true for everyone. People who experience mental illnesses may actually be better at managing stress than people who haven’t experienced mental illnesses. Many people who experience mental illnesses learn skills like stress management and problem-solving so they can take care of stress before it affects their well-being. Taking care of yourself and asking for help when you need it are signs of strength, not weakness.
Myth #8: People who experience mental illnesses can’t work.
Fact: Whether you realize it or not, workplaces are filled with people who have experienced mental illnesses. Mental illnesses don’t mean that someone is no longer capable of working. Some people benefit from changes at work to support their goals, but many people work with few supports from their employer. Most people who experience serious mental illnesses want to work but face systemic barriers to finding and keeping meaningful employment.
Myth #9: Kids can’t have a mental illness like depression. Those are adult problems
Fact: Even children can experience mental illnesses. In fact, many mental illnesses first appear when a person is young. Mental illnesses may look different in children than in adults, but they are a real concern. Mental illnesses can impact the way young people learn and build skills, which can lead to challenges in the future. Unfortunately, many children don’t receive the help they need.
Myth #10: Everyone gets depressed as they grow older. It’s just part of the aging process.
Fact: Depression is never an inevitable part of aging. Older adults may have a greater risk of depression because they experience so many changes in roles and social networks. If an older adult experiences depression, they need the same support as anyone else.
These myths—and many more—exclude people with mental illnesses from our communities and create barriers to well-being. If we want to reduce the impact of mental illnesses on our communities, we need to learn the facts and start with our own assumptions and behaviours.
I am one in five who has had a form of mental illness. I know all too well the stigma that is attached to it and I am asking all of you who read this, to educate yourself. You may know someone who is suffering from a mental illness - a friend, a loved one, a colleague. You, yourself may be one in five.
There is help out there. If you suffer and are in crisis please call 911 or go to your local hospital.
For my military colleagues and for our first responders your lives matter to all of us. PTSD is very real and you should not have to suffer in silence.
Please help Bell with their donations use the hashtag #BellLetsTalk when you tweet tomorrow if you have twitter account.
On January 27,
Let’s Talk
Bell will donate 5¢ more to mental health initiatives for every:
Text message sent* (from Bell or Bell Aliant Customer)
Mobile & long distance call made* (from a Bell or Bell Aliant Customer)
Tweet using #BellLetsTalk
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Ce matin, le CMR a organisé une édition spéciale du Café du Fond de l’Unité au Centre de succès du Collège dans le cadre de l'événement Bell Cause pour la cause. Les participants ont été encouragés à prendre une photo avec l'écran Bell Cause pour la Cause et à la publier sur Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Youtube et l'envoyer par messages textes, en mentionnant Bell Cause pour la cause. #BellCause #TousLesGestesComptent #FACCausePourLaCause #CMRCausePourLaCause
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RMC hosted a special Unit Fund Coffee this morning at the College Success Centre as part of the Bell Let’s Talk event. Those who attended were encouraged to take a photo with the Bell Let’s Talk screen and post it to Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Youtube and text message mentioning Bell Let’s Talk. #BellLetsTalk #EveryActionCounts #CAFLetsTalk #RMCLetsTalk
Photos : Cpl Brandon James Liddy - Affaires publiques du CMR I RMC Public Affairs
York Region staff pose at photo cafes hosted at 12 Regional facilities in recognition of Bell Let's Talk Day
Members of 5th Canadian Division Headquarters participate in Bell Let's Talk Day at Canadian Forces Base Dockyard in Halifax, Nova Scotia on 25 January 2023.
Photo by:
Corporal Brian D. Watters, 5th Canadian Division Public Affairs
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Des membres du Quartier général de la 5 e Division participent à la Journée Bell Cause pour la cause à l’arsenal maritime de la Base des Forces canadiennes Halifax, en Nouvelle Écosse, le 25 janvier 2023.
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Caporal Brian D. Watters, Affaires publiques de la 5 e Division du Canada
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#BellLetsTalk #EndTheStigma I work in a medical clinic and I made sure that I let the clinic know it was #BellLetsTalk day. I put a sticker on everyone's door and actually had people talk about mental health. Let's end the stigma.
We are all Champions
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February 10 at 3:08pm
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We’re so excited to introduce you to Myles Mattila, a nominee for this year’s Champions of Wellness Awards. Myles is a 15-year-old from Prince George and a nominee in the category of ‘Community Involvement’. Check out the amazing things he’s made happen!
“I am a teacher with 25 years of experience. I first met Myles at the end of grade 8 and I taught him in grade 9. From my first initial meeting I realized this student was very genuine, focused, determined, committed and compassionate towards others. In grade nine he promoted mindcheck.ca. He attended conferences, met with organizers and promoted mindcheck.ca by distributing information to schools and presenting to classes. His information is being used in our school for grade 8 counselor presentations and his in the grade 10 Career and Personal Planning course. He was the top youth fundraiser in the mental health awareness bike ride (2014 Prince George Ride Don’t Hide event) and he donated the bike he won to the son of a lady who took her own life because of mental health issues. In 25 years of teaching I have never met anyone of Myles’ caliber. He is a mature leader beyond his years, a student who comes around once in a teaching career. Myles is an extraordinary compassionate human being.”
~Renzo Berra
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May 19, 2022 Antigonish - StFX X-Mens Basketball - Congrats to X-Men Basketball guard Avan Nava who signed with CEBL's Scarborough Shooting Stars for the upcoming season!
The Shooting Stars' first game is on May 26 as they visit the Guelph Nighthawks which can be be seen live on CBCSports.ca. Their first home game is June 4 against the Hamilton Honey Badgers.
American rap superstar J. Cole will be taking his basketball talents to Canada.- The CEBL announced on May 19 th that the 6'3" guard, born Jermaine Cole, has signed a deal with the Scarborough Shooting Stars.
Mar 24th, 2022 Calgary Alta - Axewoman volleyball outside hitter Taylor Collombin, who was named the AUS Most Valuable Player this season, was named on the U SPORTS first team All-Canadian squad.