World Mental Health Day - Tackling The Myths
Today is ‘World Mental Health Day’ so to mark the day, I want to smash some of the common myths and misconceptions.
"I’m a man and no less of a man for admitting ‘I’m not okay’ and for openly talking about the constant struggle and battle I face with myself every single day"
Joe Plumb - Public Figure
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