Jan 29, 2020

Join the Conversation: Bell Let's Talk Blog

Bell Let’s Talk Day 2020 is today and everyone is invited to join the Canadian conversation that’s leading the world in confronting the stigma around mental illness and sharing ideas to move mental health forward. Keep up to date with today's conversation with TSN.ca.'s Bell Let's Talk blog.

TSN.ca Staff

Rosie MacLennan

Bell Let’s Talk Day 2020 is today and everyone is invited to join the Canadian conversation that’s leading the world in confronting the stigma around mental illness and sharing ideas to move mental health forward. Keep up to date with today's conversation with TSN.ca.'s Bell Let's Talk blog.

In collaboration with @TeamCanada here is the TSN Original- “As Long As I Breathe.”

I chose to do this for #BellLetsTalk to help open the door for conversations. Anxiety is a part of the human experience, sometimes it gets dialled up too high. Taking time and space to allow myself to process is critical. So are deep breathing, stretching, writing and gratitude https://t.co/tlrfbOP2CV
— Rosie MacLennan (@RosieMacLennan) January 29, 2020

Thank you @RosieMacLennan for sharing your story so beautifully! #BellLetsTalk https://t.co/CrJASth8Za
— Clara Hughes (@clarahughes) January 29, 2020

Former NHLer Daniel Carcillo on Bell Let's Talk Day: "Understanding my mental health signs and symptoms allowed me to recognize the toll it was taking on my quality of life The next step that saved my life was asking for help." Watch and read his full Twitter thread below.

2) I believe in an individualized approach to healing

Providing 100s of treatment options 4 people is key in combatting #anxiety, #depression, hopelessness & suicidal thoughts

Things that have & have not worked for me but could work 4 u include...#mentalwellness #SickNotWeak pic.twitter.com/UpFBmoLpSB
— Daniel Carcillo (@CarBombBoom13) January 29, 2020

4) Much love to everyone fighting the battles that no one sees

If anyone is interested in the specific protocol that has helped me recover my brain health, I will be launching my personal website soon in an effort to communicate directly with people@DuckyBrand #BellLetsTalk
— Daniel Carcillo (@CarBombBoom13) January 29, 2020

TSN's Montreal Canadiens play-by-play man Bryan Mudryk and TSN's Edmonton Oilers reporter Ryan Rishaug share their stories and why it is important to seek help if you are struggling.

1 year after the death of my brother. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
#BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/11JndfskOA
— Bryan Mudryk (@BryanMudryk) January 29, 2020

Tremendous message from @BryanMudryk #BellLetsTalk #BellCause https://t.co/IN8pVMPuFo
— Pierre LeBrun (@PierreVLeBrun) January 29, 2020

1 - Last year I was having a really hard time dealing with some secondary trauma after a year spent working on Humboldt projects. I was so busy and focused I didn’t realize how bad it had gotten. TSN was incredibly supportive and I got some help. #BellLetsTalk
— Ryan Rishaug (@TSNRyanRishaug) January 29, 2020

2 - What surprised me was that as we dove into things, we realized I had so much unresolved grief from my past, suddenly losing my Dad a few years before. We dealt with that head on as well. I’ve been a better husband and happier father ever since. #BellLetsTalk
— Ryan Rishaug (@TSNRyanRishaug) January 29, 2020

3- Whatever you have been through, big or small, recent or in the distant past, don’t underestimate the effect it may have on your day to day life. Flushing your system of past grief can be incredibly healing. Talk to someone if you feel you need to. #BellLetsTalk
— Ryan Rishaug (@TSNRyanRishaug) January 29, 2020

Here's Matthew Scianitti's story.

On #BellLetsTalk #BellCause This is his story, this is my story. (THREAD)
My Uncle, Gary Symons, was my first best friend. He had this big smile, and big laugh, and he was the biggest teddy bear to a young boy. But he was sad, deeply sad. He died 15 years ago. pic.twitter.com/MHVuHcaHLK
— Matthew Scianitti (@TSNScianitti) January 29, 2020

When Uncle Gary's body was found it shattered me. An 18 year-old boy left sleepless wondering if he could've said or done something different. So I did something different... I try to reach out, I try to listen. I try to make sure I'm not left wondering. #BellLetsTalk
— Matthew Scianitti (@TSNScianitti) January 29, 2020

I was bullied growing up, and my uncle did so much to take me away from that. His memory doesn't weigh me down, it lifts me up. It pushes me to take action. It propels me to be the kind of man my Godson Justice would be proud of, just as I was proud of my Uncle Gary #BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/C9PHK7Ofyt
— Matthew Scianitti (@TSNScianitti) January 29, 2020

The hockey world joins the conversation.

#BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/vAymlHar8b
— Humboldt Broncos (@HumboldtBroncos) January 29, 2020

Caring about and maintaining our mental health is as important as our physical health. Today, let’s talk about mental health! Be part of the conversation and help make a difference. #BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/Im0xlhCPZD
— Tomas Tatar (@TomasTatar90) January 29, 2020

It’s OK to not be OK. Today is #BellLetsTalk Day! We’ve all been affected by Mental Health issues so let’s do our part to help. #BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/JIdYuo37L9
— Doug Gilmour (@DougGilmour93) January 29, 2020

As we see how precious life is and how it can be taken away from you in an instant. It is so important to take the time to listen, to care and to just be there for others especially those struggling with mental illness. Don’t be afraid to tell someone you love them #BellLetsTalk
— Strombone (@strombone1) January 29, 2020

#BellLetsTalk. You are never alone
— brady tkachuk (@BradyTkachuk71) January 29, 2020

In 2018 Paul Ranger opened the door to his world. His courage and the support of those close to him allowed him to share his story, The Mystery of Paul Ranger. He helped so many and quietly continues to help when and where he can. We live among heroes. #BellLetsTalk
— Darren Dreger (@DarrenDreger) January 29, 2020

Small actions can make a big difference. Make every action count.#BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/eO30bVFf3y
— Toronto Marlies (@TorontoMarlies) January 29, 2020

#BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/rO3bzGCX1s
— Peterborough Petes (@PetesOHLhockey) January 29, 2020

Today is #BellLetsTalk day. Today every action counts. Reach out, talk, text, and share. Together we can make a difference. pic.twitter.com/E4RNwwlFAF
— Winnipeg Jets (@NHLJets) January 29, 2020

"I think that now, everybody realizes that people - no matter who you are - go through adversity. To have the ability to reach out & lean on your support system is really important." #BellLetsTalk

Read how the Leafs are making mental health a priority: https://t.co/LIwFQRLatJ
— Toronto Maple Leafs (@MapleLeafs) January 29, 2020

.@KnucklesNilan30 has won a lot of battles over the course of his career, none bigger than the one he had with addiction.#GoHabsGo #BellLetsTalk https://t.co/bM957AVAyh
— Canadiens Montréal (@CanadiensMTL) January 29, 2020

Together we can make a difference! #BellLetsTalk
— morgan rielly (@mriles4) January 29, 2020

Last season, @Bakes_Jamie13 was strong enough to share his story about his struggles with mental health.

Know that you are never alone.

💙 #BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/32xHRmNebF
— San Jose Sharks (@SanJoseSharks) January 29, 2020

From 2018, Kobe Bryant talks about the importance of ending the stigma around mental health.

In 2018, Kobe Bryant spoke about the collective need to talk about mental health and break the stigma.

Extremely powerful. #BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/oN3Ely0kUY
— Alykhan Khamisa Ravjiani (@AlykhanKR) January 29, 2020

The rest of the sporting universe gets involved.

Checking in from the Super Bowl, @LaurentDTardif 🇨🇦 reminds us to start a dialogue on #BellLetsTalk Day!

🎥: @FarhanLaljiTSN pic.twitter.com/NfwDerrjJI
— TSN (@TSN_Sports) January 29, 2020

No one should ever have to suffer in silence. Let’s continue the meaningful and necessary conversations about mental health and come together to make a difference 💙 #BellLetsTalk
— Tessa Virtue (@tessavirtue) January 29, 2020

Please tweet & retweet #BellLetsTalk and keep in mind that everyone is going thru something! It’s critical to be able to talk, get help & not feel alone in your struggle!! It’s on all of us to help each other and show we care! We are all in this together!
— Leo Rautins (@LeoRautins) January 29, 2020

We need to prioritize our mental health the same way we do our physical health. #BellLetsTalk
— Sara Orlesky (@saraorlesky) January 29, 2020

It’s ok to not be ok, and it’s ok to ask for help if you aren’t. At the end of the day, everyone deserves their own form of happiness. And if you could help do that for someone, wouldn’t you jump at the chance? #BellLetsTalk
— Laura Diakun (@LauraDiakun) January 29, 2020

TODAY is #BellLetsTalk Day!
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀@Bell will donate more towards mental health initiatives in Canada by contributing 5¢ for every applicable text, call and social media interaction. Join the conversation because every action counts. pic.twitter.com/jhwQ3KSo2c
— NBA Canada (@NBACanada) January 29, 2020

Chandler Worthy is a Toronto Argonaut.

He has battled on the field but also off of it.

This is his story. #BellLetsTalk | #PullTogether pic.twitter.com/V9TQZWuNUM
— Toronto Argonauts (@TorontoArgos) January 29, 2020

I have battled anxiety for years. You are not alone. You're not weird or strange. You're you. And there are so many resources available to make you the best you possible. Reach out. Seek help. Talk to someone. Don't suffer in silence #BellLetsTalk
— Jeff Paterson (@patersonjeff) January 29, 2020

Suffering from postpartum depression felt incredibly isolating and scary. It took me so long to seek professional help. I fought it and put it to the side time after time until I broke. It is okay to be a work in progress because you are so worth the work. #BellLetsTalk
— Kayla Grey (@Kayla_Grey) January 29, 2020

POC, for far too long we’ve been passing off our trauma as culture.

We need to heal. To heal, we need to talk— openly and honestly. #BellLetsTalk
— Kayla Grey (@Kayla_Grey) January 29, 2020

Hey you. Yes, you reading this.
You matter. Your mental health and well-being are important.

It’s Bell Let’s Talk Day.

The conversation around mental health is one that should be had all year round.

Today is a… https://t.co/MNPGe34oxv
— Lindsay Hamilton (@Linz_Hamilton) January 29, 2020

There is no shame in asking for help, we all need it. Life can be very hard, it’s having the courage to open up and understanding why we may be be hurting that allows the healing to begin #BellLetsTalk 💙💙
— Ryan Fry (@ryanfry79) January 29, 2020

Today is #BellLetsTalk day...a day where we’re all reminded that you’re not alone no matter what you’re going through, to reach out to someone and offer an open ear and to actually take the time to listen. Missing my Aunt Cathy a lot today ♥️
— Tessa Bonhomme (@Tessab25) January 29, 2020

Hamilton's The Arkells and other celebrities are getting involved as well.

Got a sweet message last night.
Don’t Be A Stranger, y’all❤️#BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/VEtTcnfthM
— ARKELLS (@arkellsmusic) January 29, 2020

Canada you've been wonderful to us.
Today is @Bell_LetsTalk Day and Bell is donating 5 cents towards mental health awareness programs for every tweet and retweet with #BellLetsTalk 💙🇨🇦💙 pic.twitter.com/0vwCriBLnV
— Breaking Benjamin (@breakingbenj) January 29, 2020

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Join the Conversation: Bell Let's Talk Blog

Bell Let’s Talk Day 2020 is today and everyone is invited to join the Canadian conversation that’s leading the world in confronting the stigma around mental illness and sharing ideas to move mental health forward. Keep up to date with today's conversation with TSN.ca.'s Bell Let's Talk blog.