I notice the sun shining on you Alex as you share such a difficult time - it shines on you with the spirit of your brother - I’m a petrol ⛽️ head so look forward to watching ye CZcams videos. I still grieve for my soulmate and he would want me to keep going forward with hope and my sunny nature. Hope in your heart always shine. 🌻😃🌻😃🌻😃🌻
@@DrAlexGeorge I've been dealing with mental health from I've been 13 now I'm in my 30s and the help that is there doesn't work for me but I just struggle on and I dont know how...rip
@@belfastwhatsapp similar to my son, who is now 22. Mental health services are very bad indeed. Try to stay strong, and let those that are able to be there for you give their help and support. Also, look into charities near you that often offer counselling. Contact Mind, the mental health charity, who will be able to point you in the right direction. Speak to your GP too. I hope you are able to get the help you need so you can be well again very soon.
@@jacquelinesherlock2274 I've had the cbt which actually done nothing to improve but might benefit other people..I used to take a drug called blues/diazepam when I was 21 which helped quite alot but doctors dont prescribe them as they are addictive so ii bought them on the street just and they where a life saver but I haven't took them from them and just struggle through it everyday and put on a strong and happy face...hope your son gets better
@@belfastwhatsapp CBT can be great for helping with the day to day symptoms, but it doesn't really do anything to help with the cause of the symptoms. If you think about the cause of your problems, whether abuse of any kind, bullying, family mental ill health, or outside psychological influence on you, then I am sure you will find a charity who have trained psychotherapists working with them that would be able to offer you proper counselling. 💙
I am so sorry mate... the pain you must be going through must hurt so much. I lost one of my friends to suicide in 2017 and it still impacts me a lot, and you're handling it so good. I'm glad that you're first instinct after this is to help others, speaks volumes for the person you are! Stay strong mate, I'm sure he's proud knowing how much you care about this.
the grief you feel when you lose someone to suicide is the worst grief you can feel. you seem to be dealing with the grief in the best way you possibly could. suicide and mental health needs to be spoken about more
Only treating it. Still bad at preventing problems from developing in the first place, in some ways worse - more work and school pressure, more phone time, less social time...
My friend took his own life Aug 4th, he would have been 28 today. The complexity of emotions after losing someone to suicide is so indescribable. I'm so sorry Alex, I'm so sorry! 😥❤
My daughter was seriously ill, then my dad died of leukemia and now lost my mum to Covid 19, sometimes I feel I cannot cope anymore, just want to press the pause button, my heart aches and I've forgotten how to smile, thank you for your honesty and send love to you and your family X ❤
So sorry for all the grief you’ve had to endure. Meditation once a day can help pause and slow down your thoughts when you’re overwhelmed. Sending love to you, Helen. It will take time but you will smile again and take comfort in nature. I send you the strength to practice self care and get you through this difficult time, but you WILL get through it lovely. Xxxxx ❤️
Sadly school taught us nothing to set us up for adult life. They should be teaching how to handle our emotions, our responsibility to others in society, how to motivate ourselves, how to budget so we can manage our expenses, the consequences of debt, work life balance and a whole lot more useful tools to manage life. Your loss must be unbearable 😟 Thinking of you and your family. 💙
We lost our niece the same way at only 15 years old. It is a pain like no other. I’m so sorry for your loss. My heart absolutely breaks for you and your family xxx
Stay strong mate. Guarantee there’ll come a time when you think about him, and you’ll smile. Backing any initiative to do with mental health, let’s tackle this and get people talking! 💚
We need action not talk let set up a crowdfunding campaign and build a actual mental health hospital for people who need help no matter what they condition are
I suffer from really bad anxiety and have had to drop out after my first year of university, I'm hoping to continue again next year. What you said is right, metal health is such a taboo subject and keeps being brushed under the carpet. This is something that needs to become compulsory in the curriculum. We must educate each other and stop ignoring this. Keep going, Alex! Sending you all my love! ❤
Athena, I had to interrupt my studies in April because of mental health. I almost left the course, but going back on it now. I hope you can get back on your course, if that’s what you’d like to do.
You can do it, I’ve been right where you are. Now I’m in my last semester, graduating in dec. Do what you need to do to make sure you are mentally and emotionally ok . I wish you nothing but success as you continue with your schooling when the time is right 💕
I cant imagine what you and your family have and will continue to go through and my heart breaks 💔 for you i lost my dad last year and my mum 5 years previous not through mental health but both died suddenly and in their sleep but the pain is like no other you will never get over your loss but you do learn to live with it you need take each day as it comes youve done the right thing in reaching out and opening up and talking about it,but its so true what you say more help is needed to help mental health as nobody knows whats going on through the mind of someone that suffers with it,keep talking your not alone please never forget that and never give up xx
Sorry to hear of your loss of your baby brother. Mental health is a dreadful thing, you cannot see it. I have struggled for over 25 years and I've always said there is not enough support. Hope something positive will come out of your tragedy. Take care🤗
I’m a welfare officer in a primary school and the amount of kids with mental health issues is astonishing. I fully support the work you are doing on this. It’s personal for me too, I have dealt with mental health issues since I was 14 (I’m 30 now) and I really appreciate you advocating for young people, as this wasn’t around when I was 14. People who have a platform like you make all the difference. My husband has also had a lot of struggles and has gone to some really dark places. I’m sorry about your brother, but may his legacy help others still trying to fight. Thank you.
@@matthewsmith2787 mental health has always hung around effecting many. It just wasn't talked about years ago. The saying I'm going the bend. Comes from the fact that most mental units were always hid away round the bend with in the area. And losing the plot. Comes from mental hosp units been hid away on lost plots of land..it can happen to any one be careful wat you say. God bless n take care. I wish you peace & happiness. Xxx
I finally signed up for therapy for depression when I saw your interview on tv. Mental health needs to be spoken about and as you said shouldn't be a taboo subject xx
Total respect for your courage to share this difficult time and still think of others. So sorry for your loss. Sending u prayers and postive vibes. You are making your brother proud.
Sweetheart its never a "goodbye" its only ever "till we meet again" he will always be by your side guiding you and protecting you I promise you that xxxxxxxxxx
I lost my young brother too to Mental Health, two years ago. I understand completely what you’re going through. Thanks for all that you are doing, it is very much appreciated 💙
I'm so sorry to hear about your brother Alex. I think it's fantastic how you are trying to set up a metal health toolbox for schools. let us know if we can help in any way with the mental health toolkit.💖
The Pain Doesn’t Get Smaller But Your Life Gets Bigger I know how you feel: forcing yourself to get back to living seems like a distraction and feels like a betrayal. The path that you walk now will not lead you back to your brother, but you will find other things along the way that will bring you comfort......keep putting one foot in front of the other. ❤️
I used to struggle with my mental health. I’ve started a campaign in my school in order to encourage people to speak out and get help when they need it. It’s devastating to still see stigma around mental health. I took a 2 month course in mental health in order to provide support to students. I cannot empathise enough if you need help please reach out to someone. From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much. I really appreciate everything that you want to do for schools. I’m so so sorry for your loss. You’re honestly such an inspiration to me and one of the strongest people I know. Stay Strong 💙
I remember when I lost my mum, one of my next door neighbours met me getting out of the taxi and said "I don't know what to say." and I replied "In saying that, you've said everything." So, I don't know what to say. Mental health has such a stigma and needs to be talked about more, not hidden. At the beginning of the video, I was thinking that you also need to look after your mental health and then you said the very same thing. You will always love your little brother, love doesn't end when you lose someone, (I was also glad to hear you correct yourself to this affect.) Take care, look after yourself and also, be kind to yourself. Huge hugs, (VERY socially distanced), hunny. Look forward, when you're ready to seeing you're new content. ❤
Alex , I am 29 I lost my son last year 4 days old I have two elder children the reason I get up every morning, then my best friend my world my mum passed away weeks after my son x you will get through it take your time xx
A friend of mine passed away in a paragliding accident earlier this year and I am still struggling to come to terms with it. And last week my grandmother had a heart attack and pneumonia, I was petrified she would pass, because I don’t know if I could handle it. Luckily she made it and is doing well❤️ I feel your struggle
I only spoke to Llŷr a handful of times at the start of this year, yet from the few conversations we had it was clear to see how lovely, kind and genuine he was and he gave me such great advice that i will treasure forever. You will always have us Alex and we are all thinking of you and your family, sending you massive amounts of love x
Bless you x I wanted to share that sometimes this loss happens also even when someone is still alive- and its never talked about and should be..i grew up severely neglected and abused from day 1 onwards by a single mother whom has DID and is very narcissistic and a gaslighter. Life was about surviving, never living. Since i had my kids ive been diagnosed with autism( which i could have done with support with as a child) and complex ptsd and dissociative seizures due to my trauma. 7 years ago i felt the need to separate my life from that of my mother in order to begin to mentally heal..tried contact last year but alas mother is too narcissistic so last month i made the incredibly hard decision to completely break all further contact with her forever. I need my strength as i raise and homeschool my two autistic children. Somehow knowing she is still alive keeps the severe pain and loss alive..there's no 'closure ' as usual loss has. Its so sore it hurts in my chest. But im sharing cause no one talks about this scenario..and yet it happens to many ..How to navigate having to let go? Im still struggling to accept it. Any tips or experiences you have please make a video..it may benefit many. Take care you are doing sooo well.😀
100% need a mental health toolkit from a young age. It's something I'd love to be a part of here in NZ. Help kids learn how to take care of their mental and emotional well-being before it gets to a crisis point. Males in particular need guidance on how to navigate big emotions and tough times. Big love to you, it gets easier to deal with the shock but not the loss xx
Hi Dr Alex, I'm not sure if you have time to see these messages, but my 15 year old sister Pippa sadly ran out in front of an oncoming train and took her own life it's the worst most heart wrenching experience I've ever had to go through .......there is nothing that can take away this feeling you are feeling now, but please take comfort in these words. Time is a healer, focus on yourself and family! Your brother WOULDN'T want you too feel to feel this way I promise you that......Remember there is no time limit on grief, just please focus on your own mental wellbeing and that way you will be able to help people around you be there best self. Sending you lots of love, positivity and you've got this!!🌻🌻🌻❤❤❤
I honestly can't even begin to imagine the pain of this it's absolutely awful. Mental health is serious and they do not educate us in schools enough and something needs to change. I'm so so sorry about your brother Alex. We're all here for you and will support you in absolutely everything. We recently this year had a sixth former loose their battle to mental health which impacted so many people across the school💕💙 I've always respected you so much and honoured your bravery from day 1 and it's just a whole new level. Keep blasting around in your R8 and keep yourself happy. Look after yourself and keep doing what you love. Keep busy with work and distractions to keep your mind busy. Your brother would be so proud of you for doing what you are doing to help change mental health in schools
So sorry for your loss. I’m sure everyone appreciates your frankness. You’re so genuine this must be the hardest video you’ve ever done. Sending love and prayers to you and your family.
I’m so sorry for your loss💔 The fact that you can use such a negative experience and turn it around and try and spread awareness of mental health is so inspiring and you should be so proud of yourself! Stay strong💜
My son is 16, he’s been suffering from anxiety and depression for over a year now after he suffered bullying in high school. He won’t go to therapy and in the current climate it’s difficult to get any support so I’m helping him myself with self help books I’ve read on anxiety in the past as I too have an anxiety disorder, He’s decided against college because of the children he wants to avoid now he’s finished high school, so we’re supporting his decision and keeping him positive. Once covid is over he said he wants to get an apprenticeship, and I really do hope he achieves that. He’s lost all his friends as they turned to drugs and turned on my son for not wanting to do them. He’s made friends online gaming during covid and he’s so much happier but he’s still not going out much. He will take a morning walk now and again. I’m trying not to push him and just go at his pace. Sending you my love Alex. I’m so sorry for your loss xxx
I kinda believe I relate to that I myself finished school but just over a year ago I suffered with mental health for about 5 years and my friends took their own path I also after leaving school wanted to avoid those I went to school with I have done an apprenticeship for the past year and I have felt happier I still had the pain and its never gone away but I felt better!
Thank you for sharing this with us Alex, your strength is admirable and I am always so proud to see you online and especially the other morning on TV. Keep your chin up and keep doing amazing work. Your brother would be so proud of you too. You are so loved and appreciated. We will continue to fight with you for change and will support you throughout it all. Sending love and well wishes 💙❤️💙
Watching this and I’m already crying. My heart goes out to you and your family. Sending my love, thoughts, hugs and prayers. I just want to give you the massive hug. I lost my Nan last year so this October will be the first year since her passing. I remember my mum telling me the news on the phone and I was food shopping when I got the call. It was like my heart sunk, I was numb. Not a day goes by where I don’t miss her. I understand about pain and grief. Yeah, you should take it easy. Keep strong. I remember with my mental health, it all started since school when I was constantly being bullied and teased about me and my sexuality which I didn’t know at the time now I know who I am. It helps being told that I shouldn’t change for anyone and just having that encouragement to be myself. Feel like I have had mental health all my life. Mental health should not be sugarcoated any more. We need to have more of these discussions. Sending you all the love and positive vibes in the world ❤️😭
So incredibly brave of you to make this video Alex, extremely proud of you & what a truly remarkable job you’re doing-we’ll stand shoulder to shoulder with you & support you every step of the way & even in the face of everything you’re going through your strength & positivity shines through as always xx💙💙
Ah Alex there are just no words to help you or comfort you just know that so many of us are living with this nightmare and just 'get it' 😥. I sufferered the loss of my son to this dreadful illness and theres no recovery but make your Bro about his life and not his death as that's the most precious way of honouring him. When you're in the middle of a suicidal crisis you have no thought to ask for help so I pray people listen to you and recognise when the brain is losing control and at that point, reach out. Love to you and your parents who grieve their child and watch the pain in the eyes of their others. It's unbearable ❤❤❤
you are so strong alex and although you will always miss him he will always be with you by your side. your making him proud and keep going because you are so strong❤️
I'm so sorry for your loss. Just 19 years old. Such a devastating loss. It's awful to contemplate for those of us who never knew him, so it's unimaginable how you and your family feel. The awful thing is that when people do this thing, they make it so difficult for family and friends to guess that it's coming, they give you no chance to help them or stop them but it's not their fault. Not anyone's fault. Just a very sad and difficult thing to deal with.
You’re so inspiring Alex, keep your head high. More mental health support will definitely be beneficial in schools and we are all supporting you in the process of raising awareness 💙
You are a remarkable person. Even though you are suffering with such an immense tragedy you are still trying to help other people.The way you are coping with such a tragic loss is really inspiring and encouraging for others going through something similar. Keep going ❤️
When my father died my lige divided into two sections, myself before his death and myself after, and my past self died along with him. It's been a decade and I am in a better place but it will forever be a struggle to work with.
So good to see you back out there and planning exciting things. There is so much to look forward to and Llyr will be with you every step of the way I’m sure ❤️ keep smiling Alex :-)
Im so sorry for your loss alex i cant even imagine what you have been through youve been so strong through this and covid 19 just want to give you a huge hug. Take care
My son has suffered with his mental health since age 14, thankfully he is getting help and here! I can’t imagine what you and your family are going through. Huge hugs and love xx❤️💙❤️
I am so sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine how devastating this must have been for you and your family. You really are someone to look up to especially for younger people. The way you handle everything and your outlook on life and honestly your family must be so proud of you. Xxx
Sending you and your family so much love ❤️ thank you for being so open, crazy to think how many lives you save every day not just at a&e but through spreading awareness and encouragement on social media. You're an inspiration.
Really sorry to hear of your loss. I wish I'd had been given this advise 3 years ago when I lost my brother to mental health also. It affected me in ways I never thought possible. I didn't do myself any favours as I just kept pushing through and didn't take any time out for myself. Id already suffered a huge loss just 6 months prior to my brothers passing when my step-father passed away. Its just the most unimaginable thing to happen when mental health is involved. Your want to make a big change and create a better understanding of this subject is super commendable. Sending you my deepest condolences for you and your familly 💙
Thank you for posting this. I’ve been struggling with mental health for years after a traumatic experience. It comes and goes in waves, currently really REALLY struggling with all these thoughts in my head. Just hope I can get through this phase, but it’s a constant battle I wish there was a medicine for.
I’m so sorry this has happened. I really admire your honesty and strength and this period will be difficult but I’m so glad that you appear to have a really great support system💛
Dear Alex, you will never get over it but you will always have the memories! Such an awful loss for you and your family. Sending you much love and hope you have a wonderful life, even with the devastating loss of your brother. Take care of yourself xxxxxx⚘
Sending so much love to you and your family Alex. I can’t even imagine. So great that you are doing something positive with the mental health toolkit. I have two boys aged 5 and 3 and they already talk about feelings a lot in school... Schools will lap up the mental health tool kit I’m sure. I’m looking forward to it as a parent even. Take care xxxx
Alex to use your platform like this for real change is the most fitting legacy to your beloved brother who will forever leave his footprint in the world. I have a 10 year old daughter, many of her friends have suffered with anxiety and over time we’ve all I’m sure been touched by mental health. Talking and telling our truth is our most powerful tool - you’ve no idea the strength I’m sure you’ve given others x
I feel exactly the same! I can't comprehend it and it doesn't make sense. What is the point of all of this especially when you've been cut to pieces from such a loss.
I lost my brother 11 years ago, he was 23. None of us saw it coming, he didn't have any mental issues that we were awere of. I still think of him almost every day but the first year was the hardest, I actually felt heart ache everytime I thought of him, the kind of pain I had never felt before. Because I'm a dr myself, I had a lot of self blame, how didn't I see it, why didn't I do anything etc. I finally realisee sometimes it's just not possible to help someone who doesn't want to be helped. All the best to your family!
I’m sorry for your loss ❤️ Maybe as a podcast episode or something you could speak more about Llyr and his life. Maybe about what he was like and what he enjoyed. His friends, school, hobbies. And on maybe what it’s been like for you and your family following his death and what those first few days/weeks were like. Of course this is personal to your family so no pressure. Yet so often we here these declarations about ‘focus on mental health’ which is good, but very rarely hear about how it can truly affect anyone even if you can’t see it, and what life is like for those around you if something tragic happens. The CZcams ‘camandfam’ did a very very eye opening video discussing her husbands suicide recently. Very eye opening but I’m sure helpful to those going through it or dealing with troubling thoughts.
we’re all here supporting you and your family alex!❤️ i’ve suffered from really bad anxiety over the last year or so and had to miss most of school because of it, i defiantly agree with you that a lot of people look at it as a taboo subject but the work that your doing will save so many lives and i hope that u take time to appreciate that what your doing is amazing because it truly is!
So sorry for your loss Alex, I know how you feel, I’m 30 and lost my Dad (best friend) in May last year through sepsis and complications after an artificial heart valve replacement, never a day goes by where I don’t think of him and the mental drain and stress it has put on myself is hard but keep fighting 👍 our loved ones will always be in our hearts 💕. Take care
Im so sorry for your loss, you are an inspiration to so many. Death is universal and affects us all it’s something we can all relate too but something that affects all in different ways stay strong Alex ❤️
I just lost my dad almost a year ago (oct 31 2019) to dementia / heart attack and I know that when things like these happen life and plans stop and the pain is just surreal . My biggest condolences and a huge hug . I’m extremely sorry and send you lots of light and strength. Some days are good others are bad but no matter what even if it seems impossible right now it will get better ❤️ sending lots of support .And best of wishes for your project . Please let me know if I can share anything about your project or help in anyway. (I also have a sibling struggling with her mental health she’s schizophrenic and I really would love for people to be more aware and have empathy for people going through it with mentalhealth)
I can't even imagine :( my little brother is my whole world. My favourite person. Sending you love and support ❤️ make sure to reach out if you need help yourself
You seem like the loveliest, most genuine and kind hearted person. The positivity you radiate despite the tragic loss of your brother is outstanding and inspirational. I have no doubt that by opening up about the loss of your brother, you will have helped so many others who have also lost loved ones. Wish you all the best through this awful time
Thank you all so so much 💙
Your welcome my dear friend Alex ❤❤
Be brave Alex and your family love Kelly ❤
Good to see u back on CZcams. Sorry for your loss Alex we are all here for u at this time 👍
So welcome Alex. Hope the sharing and caring helps you through such difficult times my friend ❤️💙❤️💙❤️
I notice the sun shining on you Alex as you share such a difficult time - it shines on you with the spirit of your brother - I’m a petrol ⛽️ head so look forward to watching ye CZcams videos. I still grieve for my soulmate and he would want me to keep going forward with hope and my sunny nature. Hope in your heart always shine. 🌻😃🌻😃🌻😃🌻
“Nothing will ever be the same again, but that doesn’t mean nothing will ever be good”
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@@DrAlexGeorge I've been dealing with mental health from I've been 13 now I'm in my 30s and the help that is there doesn't work for me but I just struggle on and I dont know how...rip
@@belfastwhatsapp similar to my son, who is now 22. Mental health services are very bad indeed. Try to stay strong, and let those that are able to be there for you give their help and support. Also, look into charities near you that often offer counselling. Contact Mind, the mental health charity, who will be able to point you in the right direction. Speak to your GP too. I hope you are able to get the help you need so you can be well again very soon.
@@jacquelinesherlock2274 I've had the cbt which actually done nothing to improve but might benefit other people..I used to take a drug called blues/diazepam when I was 21 which helped quite alot but doctors dont prescribe them as they are addictive so ii bought them on the street just and they where a life saver but I haven't took them from them and just struggle through it everyday and put on a strong and happy face...hope your son gets better
@@belfastwhatsapp CBT can be great for helping with the day to day symptoms, but it doesn't really do anything to help with the cause of the symptoms. If you think about the cause of your problems, whether abuse of any kind, bullying, family mental ill health, or outside psychological influence on you, then I am sure you will find a charity who have trained psychotherapists working with them that would be able to offer you proper counselling. 💙
I am so sorry mate... the pain you must be going through must hurt so much. I lost one of my friends to suicide in 2017 and it still impacts me a lot, and you're handling it so good. I'm glad that you're first instinct after this is to help others, speaks volumes for the person you are! Stay strong mate, I'm sure he's proud knowing how much you care about this.
Loss my mom to suicide in 2014
When the world needed him most, he returned. Welcome back.
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I love this saying by Leonard Cohen “there is a crack in everything, that’s how the light gets in”
the grief you feel when you lose someone to suicide is the worst grief you can feel. you seem to be dealing with the grief in the best way you possibly could. suicide and mental health needs to be spoken about more
I think these days mental health is taken a bit more seriously, but I still think we have a long away to go
Only treating it. Still bad at preventing problems from developing in the first place, in some ways worse - more work and school pressure, more phone time, less social time...
My friend took his own life Aug 4th, he would have been 28 today. The complexity of emotions after losing someone to suicide is so indescribable. I'm so sorry Alex, I'm so sorry! 😥❤
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My daughter was seriously ill, then my dad died of leukemia and now lost my mum to Covid 19, sometimes I feel I cannot cope anymore, just want to press the pause button, my heart aches and I've forgotten how to smile, thank you for your honesty and send love to you and your family X ❤
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So sorry for all the grief you’ve had to endure. Meditation once a day can help pause and slow down your thoughts when you’re overwhelmed. Sending love to you, Helen. It will take time but you will smile again and take comfort in nature. I send you the strength to practice self care and get you through this difficult time, but you WILL get through it lovely. Xxxxx ❤️
@@wonderwoman5528 thank you so much for your lovely comment, just taking things one day at a time X ❤
@@heleniddon8323 sending love to you right now ❤
@@heleniddon8323 exactly that Helen. One day at a time and you’re doing the best you can. Lots of love 💕
Sadly school taught us nothing to set us up for adult life. They should be teaching how to handle our emotions, our responsibility to others in society, how to motivate ourselves, how to budget so we can manage our expenses, the consequences of debt, work life balance and a whole lot more useful tools to manage life. Your loss must be unbearable 😟 Thinking of you and your family. 💙
You speak so much sense, sounds like you’re the sort of person who would be a great asset to any school, maybe you’ve found your calling?
We lost our niece the same way at only 15 years old. It is a pain like no other. I’m so sorry for your loss. My heart absolutely breaks for you and your family xxx
Stay strong mate. Guarantee there’ll come a time when you think about him, and you’ll smile. Backing any initiative to do with mental health, let’s tackle this and get people talking! 💚
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We need action not talk let set up a crowdfunding campaign and build a actual mental health hospital for people who need help no matter what they condition are
I suffer from really bad anxiety and have had to drop out after my first year of university, I'm hoping to continue again next year. What you said is right, metal health is such a taboo subject and keeps being brushed under the carpet. This is something that needs to become compulsory in the curriculum. We must educate each other and stop ignoring this. Keep going, Alex! Sending you all my love! ❤
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Athena, I had to interrupt my studies in April because of mental health. I almost left the course, but going back on it now. I hope you can get back on your course, if that’s what you’d like to do.
Sending you sooo much love. You have got this!! xxxx
You can do it, I’ve been right where you are. Now I’m in my last semester, graduating in dec. Do what you need to do to make sure you are mentally and emotionally ok . I wish you nothing but success as you continue with your schooling when the time is right 💕
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i can't even begin to imagine this level of pain. you're such a brave, kind and intelligent person
I cant imagine what you and your family have and will continue to go through and my heart breaks 💔 for you i lost my dad last year and my mum 5 years previous not through mental health but both died suddenly and in their sleep but the pain is like no other you will never get over your loss but you do learn to live with it you need take each day as it comes youve done the right thing in reaching out and opening up and talking about it,but its so true what you say more help is needed to help mental health as nobody knows whats going on through the mind of someone that suffers with it,keep talking your not alone please never forget that and never give up xx
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Sorry to hear of your loss of your baby brother. Mental health is a dreadful thing, you cannot see it. I have struggled for over 25 years and I've always said there is not enough support. Hope something positive will come out of your tragedy. Take care🤗
I’m a welfare officer in a primary school and the amount of kids with mental health issues is astonishing. I fully support the work you are doing on this. It’s personal for me too, I have dealt with mental health issues since I was 14 (I’m 30 now) and I really appreciate you advocating for young people, as this wasn’t around when I was 14. People who have a platform like you make all the difference. My husband has also had a lot of struggles and has gone to some really dark places. I’m sorry about your brother, but may his legacy help others still trying to fight. Thank you.
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Why is mental health so bad, what exactly is causing it? When I went to school 20 years ago, there never seemed to be issues
@@matthewsmith2787 mental health has always hung around effecting many. It just wasn't talked about years ago. The saying I'm going the bend. Comes from the fact that most mental units were always hid away round the bend with in the area. And losing the plot. Comes from mental hosp units been hid away on lost plots of land..it can happen to any one be careful wat you say. God bless n take care. I wish you peace & happiness. Xxx
Absolutely unimaginable. So sorry for your loss mate. Make him proud 💙
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Mate you don’t realise how much of a positive influence you have on people’s lives. Keep strong Alex❤️
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I finally signed up for therapy for depression when I saw your interview on tv. Mental health needs to be spoken about and as you said shouldn't be a taboo subject xx
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So sorry for your loss, there’s no words to make this better, but we are all here for you, always 💙
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Total respect for your courage to share this difficult time and still think of others. So sorry for your loss. Sending u prayers and postive vibes. You are making your brother proud.
Sorry for your loss.
Sweetheart its never a "goodbye" its only ever "till we meet again" he will always be by your side guiding you and protecting you I promise you that xxxxxxxxxx
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I lost my young brother too to Mental Health, two years ago. I understand completely what you’re going through. Thanks for all that you are doing, it is very much appreciated 💙
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@Alex George This is clearly a scam! Absolutely disgusting trying to scam people on this thread!
I'm so sorry to hear about your brother Alex. I think it's fantastic how you are trying to set up a metal health toolbox for schools. let us know if we can help in any way with the mental health toolkit.💖
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So glad you're here... You matter and you make such a difference and will continue to do wonderful things I know. Thinking of you all
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Re watching this makes it even more clear what a bond alex and his brother had. Family is more important than any material object
Its brilliant they'd such beautiful brilliant bond What drove him to the edge ,poor lovely young mn
I may never fathom how painful this loss is for you; you are in my thoughts and prayers! Sending lots of love 💕
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Gosh crying my eyes out for him :( want to give him a hug xxxx
Stay strong mate, we love you
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The Pain Doesn’t Get Smaller But Your Life Gets Bigger
I know how you feel: forcing yourself to get back to living seems like a distraction and feels like a betrayal. The path that you walk now will not lead you back to your brother, but you will find other things along the way that will bring you comfort......keep putting one foot in front of the other. ❤️
Amazing bravery to share this. I know it will help people in similar situations to hear you talk about your tragedy. 👍
Heart broken for you. You are amazingly strong. Llyr will be so,so proud of you xx
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I used to struggle with my mental health. I’ve started a campaign in my school in order to encourage people to speak out and get help when they need it. It’s devastating to still see stigma around mental health. I took a 2 month course in mental health in order to provide support to students. I cannot empathise enough if you need help please reach out to someone. From the bottom of my heart, thank you so much. I really appreciate everything that you want to do for schools. I’m so so sorry for your loss. You’re honestly such an inspiration to me and one of the strongest people I know. Stay Strong 💙
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I could see and hear how difficult that was for you to talk about you did well take care xx
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I remember when I lost my mum, one of my next door neighbours met me getting out of the taxi and said "I don't know what to say." and I replied "In saying that, you've said everything." So, I don't know what to say. Mental health has such a stigma and needs to be talked about more, not hidden. At the beginning of the video, I was thinking that you also need to look after your mental health and then you said the very same thing. You will always love your little brother, love doesn't end when you lose someone, (I was also glad to hear you correct yourself to this affect.) Take care, look after yourself and also, be kind to yourself. Huge hugs, (VERY socially distanced), hunny. Look forward, when you're ready to seeing you're new content. ❤
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Alex , I am 29 I lost my son last year 4 days old I have two elder children the reason I get up every morning, then my best friend my world my mum passed away weeks after my son x you will get through it take your time xx
@Arelle Daley an so will you be one day hopefully sooner rather than later 👌
A friend of mine passed away in a paragliding accident earlier this year and I am still struggling to come to terms with it. And last week my grandmother had a heart attack and pneumonia, I was petrified she would pass, because I don’t know if I could handle it. Luckily she made it and is doing well❤️ I feel your struggle
I only spoke to Llŷr a handful of times at the start of this year, yet from the few conversations we had it was clear to see how lovely, kind and genuine he was and he gave me such great advice that i will treasure forever. You will always have us Alex and we are all thinking of you and your family, sending you massive amounts of love x
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Bless you x
I wanted to share that sometimes this loss happens also even when someone is still alive- and its never talked about and should be..i grew up severely neglected and abused from day 1 onwards by a single mother whom has DID and is very narcissistic and a gaslighter. Life was about surviving, never living. Since i had my kids ive been diagnosed with autism( which i could have done with support with as a child) and complex ptsd and dissociative seizures due to my trauma. 7 years ago i felt the need to separate my life from that of my mother in order to begin to mentally heal..tried contact last year but alas mother is too narcissistic so last month i made the incredibly hard decision to completely break all further contact with her forever. I need my strength as i raise and homeschool my two autistic children. Somehow knowing she is still alive keeps the severe pain and loss alive..there's no 'closure ' as usual loss has. Its so sore it hurts in my chest. But im sharing cause no one talks about this scenario..and yet it happens to many ..How to navigate having to let go? Im still struggling to accept it. Any tips or experiences you have please make a video..it may benefit many. Take care you are doing sooo well.😀
100% need a mental health toolkit from a young age. It's something I'd love to be a part of here in NZ. Help kids learn how to take care of their mental and emotional well-being before it gets to a crisis point. Males in particular need guidance on how to navigate big emotions and tough times.
Big love to you, it gets easier to deal with the shock but not the loss xx
Hi Dr Alex,
I'm not sure if you have time
to see these messages, but my 15 year old sister Pippa sadly ran out in front of an oncoming train and took her own life it's the worst most heart wrenching experience I've ever had to go through .......there is nothing that can take away this feeling you are feeling now, but please take comfort in these words. Time is a healer, focus on yourself and family! Your brother WOULDN'T want you too feel to feel this way I promise you that......Remember there is no time limit on grief, just please focus on your own mental wellbeing and that way you will be able to help people around you be there best self. Sending you lots of love, positivity and you've got this!!🌻🌻🌻❤❤❤
Thank you for sharing. You and your family are in thoughts. RIP.
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I honestly can't even begin to imagine the pain of this it's absolutely awful. Mental health is serious and they do not educate us in schools enough and something needs to change. I'm so so sorry about your brother Alex. We're all here for you and will support you in absolutely everything. We recently this year had a sixth former loose their battle to mental health which impacted so many people across the school💕💙
I've always respected you so much and honoured your bravery from day 1 and it's just a whole new level. Keep blasting around in your R8 and keep yourself happy. Look after yourself and keep doing what you love. Keep busy with work and distractions to keep your mind busy. Your brother would be so proud of you for doing what you are doing to help change mental health in schools
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So sorry for your loss. I’m sure everyone appreciates your frankness. You’re so genuine this must be the hardest video you’ve ever done. Sending love and prayers to you and your family.
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I’m so sorry for your loss💔 The fact that you can use such a negative experience and turn it around and try and spread awareness of mental health is so inspiring and you should be so proud of yourself! Stay strong💜
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I’m so sorry to hear about ur loss.
Stay strong and keep going.
I can tell you both worked really hard!
God bless you and god bless ur brother 💙❤️
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My son is 16, he’s been suffering from anxiety and depression for over a year now after he suffered bullying in high school. He won’t go to therapy and in the current climate it’s difficult to get any support so I’m helping him myself with self help books I’ve read on anxiety in the past as I too have an anxiety disorder, He’s decided against college because of the children he wants to avoid now he’s finished high school, so we’re supporting his decision and keeping him positive. Once covid is over he said he wants to get an apprenticeship, and I really do hope he achieves that. He’s lost all his friends as they turned to drugs and turned on my son for not wanting to do them. He’s made friends online gaming during covid and he’s so much happier but he’s still not going out much. He will take a morning walk now and again. I’m trying not to push him and just go at his pace.
Sending you my love Alex. I’m so sorry for your loss xxx
I kinda believe I relate to that I myself finished school but just over a year ago I suffered with mental health for about 5 years and my friends took their own path I also after leaving school wanted to avoid those I went to school with I have done an apprenticeship for the past year and I have felt happier I still had the pain and its never gone away but I felt better!
Keep loving him, small steps, sending love and strength for you both xx
ERC !! I’m glad things are improving for you. Stay strong x
Rachel Kingsley Thank you so much xxx
Anxiety and depression was rife when I was at school
Stay strong mate! You lil brother is looking at you from heaven 🙏
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Thank you for sharing this with us Alex, your strength is admirable and I am always so proud to see you online and especially the other morning on TV. Keep your chin up and keep doing amazing work. Your brother would be so proud of you too. You are so loved and appreciated. We will continue to fight with you for change and will support you throughout it all. Sending love and well wishes 💙❤️💙
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Watching this and I’m already crying. My heart goes out to you and your family. Sending my love, thoughts, hugs and prayers. I just want to give you the massive hug. I lost my Nan last year so this October will be the first year since her passing. I remember my mum telling me the news on the phone and I was food shopping when I got the call. It was like my heart sunk, I was numb. Not a day goes by where I don’t miss her. I understand about pain and grief. Yeah, you should take it easy. Keep strong. I remember with my mental health, it all started since school when I was constantly being bullied and teased about me and my sexuality which I didn’t know at the time now I know who I am. It helps being told that I shouldn’t change for anyone and just having that encouragement to be myself. Feel like I have had mental health all my life. Mental health should not be sugarcoated any more. We need to have more of these discussions. Sending you all the love and positive vibes in the world ❤️😭
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So incredibly brave of you to make this video Alex, extremely proud of you & what a truly remarkable job you’re doing-we’ll stand shoulder to shoulder with you & support you every step of the way & even in the face of everything you’re going through your strength & positivity shines through as always xx💙💙
Thank you xxx
I'm so so sorry for your loss, you and your family are in my thoughts xx
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He's a beautiful boy, indeed! So sorry for your loss. Sending lots of love to you, Elliot and to your parents 💙
Ah Alex there are just no words to help you or comfort you just know that so many of us are living with this nightmare and just 'get it' 😥. I sufferered the loss of my son to this dreadful illness and theres no recovery but make your Bro about his life and not his death as that's the most precious way of honouring him. When you're in the middle of a suicidal crisis you have no thought to ask for help so I pray people listen to you and recognise when the brain is losing control and at that point, reach out. Love to you and your parents who grieve their child and watch the pain in the eyes of their others. It's unbearable ❤❤❤
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you are so strong alex and although you will always miss him he will always be with you by your side. your making him proud and keep going because you are so strong❤️
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My heart aches for you & your family. Prayer's & love to you all at such a sad sad time❤🙏🏼❤
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Thinking of you and all of your family. Such a heartbreaking and difficult time. Lots of love x
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I can see your deep pain and yet you’re still trying to help others 💙 sending love to you and your family xxxx
The strength you've shown through this vulnerability is truly inspirational. Sending nothing but love to you and your family xxx
I'm so sorry for your loss. Just 19 years old. Such a devastating loss. It's awful to contemplate for those of us who never knew him, so it's unimaginable how you and your family feel. The awful thing is that when people do this thing, they make it so difficult for family and friends to guess that it's coming, they give you no chance to help them or stop them but it's not their fault. Not anyone's fault. Just a very sad and difficult thing to deal with.
Sending lots of love and hugs to you and you're family Alex 💙
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Im so sorry for your loss . I lost my Dad christmas Grief is like waves brace yourself but your not alone be praying for u .... love Amy
Well spoken, Alex xxx. I m very sorry for your loss. For your parents his and your friends ... And Alex take your time .
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You’re so inspiring Alex, keep your head high. More mental health support will definitely be beneficial in schools and we are all supporting you in the process of raising awareness 💙
You are a remarkable person. Even though you are suffering with such an immense tragedy you are still trying to help other people.The way you are coping with such a tragic loss is really inspiring and encouraging for others going through something similar. Keep going ❤️
When my father died my lige divided into two sections, myself before his death and myself after, and my past self died along with him. It's been a decade and I am in a better place but it will forever be a struggle to work with.
Sending you so much love Alex, I can imagine how hard this was to film. Cherish all you beautiful memories & take care of yourself xx
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Thinking of you. An amazing legacy for your brother and you both will help support many others. Sending my love.
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So good to see you back out there and planning exciting things. There is so much to look forward to and Llyr will be with you every step of the way I’m sure ❤️ keep smiling Alex :-)
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God bless you, Alex. So sorry for your loss. Stay strong, thinking of you. ❤
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Im so sorry for your loss alex i cant even imagine what you have been through youve been so strong through this and covid 19 just want to give you a huge hug. Take care
All the best my friend. Can't even imagine what you're going through. 😪
Thinking of you and your family 💕 you’re an amazing human being!
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Mental Health is so important. The problem is that it’s silent. Much love to you and your family ❤️💔
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My son has suffered with his mental health since age 14, thankfully he is getting help and here! I can’t imagine what you and your family are going through. Huge hugs and love xx❤️💙❤️
I’m incredibly sorry to hear this. Stay strong with yourself and your family. Keep your great work going!
I am so sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine how devastating this must have been for you and your family. You really are someone to look up to especially for younger people. The way you handle everything and your outlook on life and honestly your family must be so proud of you. Xxx
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Sending you and your family so much love ❤️ thank you for being so open, crazy to think how many lives you save every day not just at a&e but through spreading awareness and encouragement on social media. You're an inspiration.
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Really sorry to hear of your loss. I wish I'd had been given this advise 3 years ago when I lost my brother to mental health also. It affected me in ways I never thought possible. I didn't do myself any favours as I just kept pushing through and didn't take any time out for myself. Id already suffered a huge loss just 6 months prior to my brothers passing when my step-father passed away. Its just the most unimaginable thing to happen when mental health is involved. Your want to make a big change and create a better understanding of this subject is super commendable. Sending you my deepest condolences for you and your familly 💙
I'm so sorry for your loss, sending you and your family love. You're so amazingly strong.
Thank you for posting this. I’ve been struggling with mental health for years after a traumatic experience. It comes and goes in waves, currently really REALLY struggling with all these thoughts in my head. Just hope I can get through this phase, but it’s a constant battle I wish there was a medicine for.
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My daughter struggles with her mental health, what you are doing is amazing in such a difficult time for you. Sending love and prayers ❤️💙 🤗
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So heartbreaking sending you and everyone struggling with their mental health so much love 💔
I’m so sorry this has happened. I really admire your honesty and strength and this period will be difficult but I’m so glad that you appear to have a really great support system💛
Dear Alex, you will never get over it but you will always have the memories! Such an awful loss for you and your family. Sending you much love and hope you have a wonderful life, even with the devastating loss of your brother. Take care of yourself xxxxxx⚘
Sending so much love to you and your family Alex. I can’t even imagine. So great that you are doing something positive with the mental health toolkit. I have two boys aged 5 and 3 and they already talk about feelings a lot in school... Schools will lap up the mental health tool kit I’m sure. I’m looking forward to it as a parent even. Take care xxxx
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Alex to use your platform like this for real change is the most fitting legacy to your beloved brother who will forever leave his footprint in the world. I have a 10 year old daughter, many of her friends have suffered with anxiety and over time we’ve all I’m sure been touched by mental health. Talking and telling our truth is our most powerful tool - you’ve no idea the strength I’m sure you’ve given others x
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Thank you so much for filming this! I lost my friend last year to mental health, not many people speak about it so thank you for raising awareness ❤
I lost my brother too. The pain is immeasurable and I always question why we have been put on this earth when we have to experience this.
I feel exactly the same! I can't comprehend it and it doesn't make sense. What is the point of all of this especially when you've been cut to pieces from such a loss.
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I lost my brother 11 years ago, he was 23. None of us saw it coming, he didn't have any mental issues that we were awere of. I still think of him almost every day but the first year was the hardest, I actually felt heart ache everytime I thought of him, the kind of pain I had never felt before. Because I'm a dr myself, I had a lot of self blame, how didn't I see it, why didn't I do anything etc. I finally realisee sometimes it's just not possible to help someone who doesn't want to be helped. All the best to your family!
I’m so sorry. Sending love to you x
I’m sorry for your loss ❤️
Maybe as a podcast episode or something you could speak more about Llyr and his life. Maybe about what he was like and what he enjoyed. His friends, school, hobbies. And on maybe what it’s been like for you and your family following his death and what those first few days/weeks were like. Of course this is personal to your family so no pressure. Yet so often we here these declarations about ‘focus on mental health’ which is good, but very rarely hear about how it can truly affect anyone even if you can’t see it, and what life is like for those around you if something tragic happens.
The CZcams ‘camandfam’ did a very very eye opening video discussing her husbands suicide recently. Very eye opening but I’m sure helpful to those going through it or dealing with troubling thoughts.
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we’re all here supporting you and your family alex!❤️ i’ve suffered from really bad anxiety over the last year or so and had to miss most of school because of it, i defiantly agree with you that a lot of people look at it as a taboo subject but the work that your doing will save so many lives and i hope that u take time to appreciate that what your doing is amazing because it truly is!
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So sorry for your loss Alex, I know how you feel, I’m 30 and lost my Dad (best friend) in May last year through sepsis and complications after an artificial heart valve replacement, never a day goes by where I don’t think of him and the mental drain and stress it has put on myself is hard but keep fighting 👍 our loved ones will always be in our hearts 💕. Take care
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One of the most genuine hearted people especially in celebrities/influencers
Im so sorry for your loss, you are an inspiration to so many. Death is universal and affects us all it’s something we can all relate too but something that affects all in different ways stay strong Alex ❤️
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Without the darkness we wouldn’t see the stars. Much love to a very lovely humble guy
I just lost my dad almost a year ago (oct 31 2019) to dementia / heart attack and I know that when things like these happen life and plans stop and the pain is just surreal . My biggest condolences and a huge hug . I’m extremely sorry and send you lots of light and strength. Some days are good others are bad but no matter what even if it seems impossible right now it will get better ❤️ sending lots of support .And best of wishes for your project . Please let me know if I can share anything about your project or help in anyway. (I also have a sibling struggling with her mental health she’s schizophrenic and I really would love for people to be more aware and have empathy for people going through it with mentalhealth)
I can't even imagine :( my little brother is my whole world. My favourite person. Sending you love and support ❤️ make sure to reach out if you need help yourself
You seem like the loveliest, most genuine and kind hearted person. The positivity you radiate despite the tragic loss of your brother is outstanding and inspirational. I have no doubt that by opening up about the loss of your brother, you will have helped so many others who have also lost loved ones. Wish you all the best through this awful time