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RE: MEL STRIDE’S COMMENTS ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH [bigissue.com]

These comments are exactly why people do not reach out for help and support, the fear of judgement and shame that their feelings/thoughts are not valid. We live in a country that’s on its knees, and social media makes us feel we aren’t perfect; we aren’t the best parent, partner, etc. Throw in a pandemic

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