Neuropsychology research shows that talking with others as well as expressing ones' self through various forms of artistic mediums can assist an individual to cope with high levels of stress by redirection.





This forum has been created to offer a platform for all individuals to feel welcome connecting with each other through expressing themselves artistically or in a genuine and encouraging manner. It has been developed to provide the opportunity for each of us to help others on the journey dealing with the affects of COVID-19 or other stress factors.

This movement and page:

Is not created or managed by a licensed therapist. If you feel you need professional assistance with mental health, it is recommended to contact your physician or the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255. The hotline is available 24/7.

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TIPS FOR THIS PLATFORM TO BE EFFECTIVE AND SAFE FOR YOU AND OTHERS

Check the ego at the door. It can't exist when you enter a place where all have equal credibility and opportunity in helping each other through artistic expression and positive verbal input. This platform is simply an attempt at making a safe place for virtual group therapy, despite the issue presenting. If you feel like your response to someone on a blog entry could bring anger, pain, fear, or intimidation-please reconsider your wording before posting. After reading and considering everything on this page, Choose the label at the top that goes with your first instinct. However, this page has been created for all to be able to feel free to explore and feel safe doing so. If you are looking to follow scientific data regarding COVID-19, it is encouraged to check out the "scientific data" page options. If these options are not fitting or seem to lack credibility to you? 'Get Connected' has a form you can fill out. All submissions will have equal consideration. Blog, music, and art entries are open to everyone to submit. If you have a negative natural response to a blog entry , art, or music posted- it is encouraged to simply close the post. The next one you open may be a great fit for uplifting you, feeling understood by someone, or giving you the chance to help and understand someone else. If you get a reply to a concern you have posted on a blog entry and you notice physiological responses such as it makes your heart race, ears ring, or chest hurt? Or you question the person's morals, intentions, ethics, or capability to help you? Wait on responding to that reply and stay hopeful. Please refrain from giving medicinal advice or inquiring on someone's status taking pharmaceuticals based on their blog entry. If you are on a mobile device and want to explore this website further after reading through this page-Click the 3 black lines in the upper, right hand corner to check out more pages. If you are on a desktop the pages should be labeled and easily-accessible at the top. If you are overwhelmed after reading all these tips that can enable everyone to feel safe expressing themselves in this setting together? Simply x out of the page and take some time to relax.





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This invitation is extended for all to join in the effort to spread redirection, equal validation, self-awareness and self-acceptance, healthy expression, encouragement and connection with others.

May we all have fun, make safe choices, remember self-care, and keep an open mind!