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Minds On: Checking In

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Checking In

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“Check in on your strong friends. Check in on your strong friends.

Check in on your strong friends, and if you are a strong friend, check in on yourself, and maybe have an accountability partner that can check in on you too.

It’s hard being strong and being there for everyone else. It’s not easy. ‘Cuz you feel sometimes that you can't go to the people that you often help because you feel like, ‘I’m being vulnerable with you, and now you might use that against me.’

But check in on your strong friends.

And if you have a strong friend, call them today, tell them how much you appreciate them, please and thank you.” – Randell Adjei

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Discussion

What does the term “strong friend” mean to you? What are some characteristics of a “strong friend”?

Why do you think the speaker, Randell Adjei, emphasizes the importance of checking in on your “strong friend” as opposed to friends in general?

The speaker says, “if you are a strong friend, check in on yourself, and maybe have an accountability partner that can check in on you too.”

What do you think it means to have an accountability partner? What would that look like for you?

What are some things a friend might say that could indicate they are struggling with their mental health?

Why is it important for someone to get help when they are struggling with their mental health?

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Important

If someone is really distressed and they pose a threat to themselves or others, this is a mental health crisis.

If you witness or suspect a crisis situation, call a helpline, 9-1-1 or emergency services right away.

9-8-8 is Canada’s new three-digit suicide crisis helpline. It is now available to call or text, in English and French, 24 hours a day and seven days a week, across Canada.

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