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[bathina]

Prince Harry and Oprah are collaborating on a docu series for Apple all about mental health and wellness. I think that young man is going to do wonderful things! Huzzah Harry! Smart move Oprah!
P.s. I read today that Harry and Meghan sent an envelope of individualized hand written thank you notes to each student at a local school they had visited. The students were delighted and the teachers were pleasantly surprised at the level of care that went into those personalized notes. Now that is class (no pun intended) 🤣

[JaneMarple]

Awesome partnership for a worthy cause. 

(good luck @bathina)

[dooBdoo]

               My perspective comes from years of living, and trying to survive, inside the dark, dangerous cave of depression and suicide.    I didn't talk about it here on the forums for years -- but eventually, even though it was difficult,  felt moved to share my story in hopes it could benefit at least one other person who might feel alone, so I've posted about it a few times.    Regardless of whether we're fans or not fans of the people or the company, they've chosen to try and bring more light and awareness and they've chosen to try and help squash the stigmas and help us know we don't have to feel shame "admitting" we deal with mental illness.    It's something that's long overdue and I hope their single, small first steps will be the incentive and spark for others to follow.   

               Thanks for the heads up, @bathina.    I did some online reading and it appears to me only the outline of this plan is available to the public right now but I'm going to watch as it develops.     My hope, and my prayer, is that it will grow into a healing, educational, and positive force moving toward bringing us out of the dark and into the light...  and any time that happens we have the power to save precious lives.    My heart goes out to all of you who understand, and I hope you know I support you and care about you.❤️

[sunshine 919]

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@JaneMarple wrote:

Awesome partnership for a worthy cause. 

(good luck @bathina)

I totally agree.  

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[FashionFran]

This reminded me of an old thread of @Oznell's about Prince Harry with a link to an interesting   article. Found it but the thread's too old and would be bumping. I'll post article info.

Prince Harry: I sought counselling after 20 years of not thinking about the death of my mother, Diana, and two years of total chaos in my life

"Prince Harry has decided to give an unprecedented insight into his past in the hope it will encourage people to break the stigma surrounding mental health issues."

telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/04/16/prince-harry-sought-counselling-death-mother-led-two-years-total/

[carmandees]

https://www.headstogether.org.uk/the-duke-of-sussex-oprah-documentary-series/

The Duke of Sussex & Oprah Winfrey announce new mental health documentary series

“Building on his long-standing work to change the conversation on mental health, The Duke of Sussex and Oprah Winfrey have announced that they’re working together on a new, multi-part series for Apple talking about mental health.

The series will explore mental illness and mental wellness, and will focus on encouraging people to talk about the challenges we face, broadening the conversation of mental wellness to accelerate change for a more compassionate, connected and positive society.

The Duke of Sussex said: “Our hope is that this series will be positive, enlightening and inclusive – sharing global stories of unparalleled human spirit fighting back from the darkest places, and the opportunity for us to understand ourselves and those around us better. I am incredibly proud to be working alongside Oprah on this vital series which we have been developing together for several months.”

Through his work with Heads Together and our eight charity partners, The Duke of Sussex has displayed his genuine passion for encouraging people to talk about mental health, challenging the stigma that surrounds the issue, and allowing people to reach out for the help they need, without any fear of judgement.

“I truly believe that good mental health – mental fitness – is the key to powerful leadership, productive communities and a purpose-driven self. It is a huge responsibility to get this right as we bring you the facts, the science and the awareness of a subject that is so relevant during these times.” – The Duke of Sussex

In 2017, he shared his story with Heads Together supporter, mental health ambassador and journalist, Bryony Gordon in the first episode of her chart topping podcast, Mad World.


Shortly after that, we launched our #oktosay series – a collection of films featuring people from all walks of life talking, often with the person that they first opened up to, about the life changing conversation that helped them cope with their mental health problems – from anxiety, alcoholism and depression through to loneliness, trauma and bereavement. In the final film, The Duke of Sussex sat down with The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge as they looked ahead to the 2017 Virgin Money London Marathon and reflected on the growth of the campaign over the last year.

The new series is set to be released on Apple in 2020. Between now and then, The Duke of Sussex and Oprah will be working together on it’s development as co-creators and Executive Producers. Keep your eyes peeled for more.”

[Greeneyedlady21]

I applaud both of them for this effort. Mental illness is stigmatized all the time still, including on these very forums.

[Bri369]

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@Greeneyedlady21 wrote:

I applaud both of them for this effort. Mental illness is stigmatized all the time still, including on these very forums.

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Yes.

I hope we're turning the corner on mental illness awareness.