Don’t fight it alone
Sometimes the toughest opponents are the ones we can’t see, but no matter what you’re struggling with, you don’t have to fight it alone. This month we launched our first ever TV ad - a heavyweight campaign starring Tyson Fury, to let you know CALM is in your corner.
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The Lost Hours Walk is back
This October, we’re walking against suicide, with the return of the Lost Hours Walk. We're coming together to deal with grief differently and defiantly, and to smash the silence around suicide. There's two ways to walk, so wherever you are in the UK, you can take on a Lost Hours Walk.
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Original Penguin launch an original podcast with CALM
It’s not always easy to know what’s going on for someone #UnderTheSurface. That’s why we teamed up with our pals at Original Penguin. Together, we've made a podcast series with guests from the world of sport, uncovering their stories and challenging the stigma about speaking up. For the first episode, hosts Adam Smith and CALM ambassador Marvin Sordell had a frank and open chat with Andros Townsend as he opened up about his gambling addiction.
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Freedom Day worries? We’re here
Stepping into the unknown can bring about all sorts of emotions, and, for many, Freedom Day won’t mean freedom from worries. In a poll on Twitter, 72.8% of you said you felt anxious about the end of all restrictions, so we've put together some tips on how to adjust to the change.
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Do something run-derful
Pull on the lycra, dig out your trusty trainers and take on a running event for CALM. There's loads to get involved with, including The Royal Parks Half. Simply choose your challenge and we’ll cheer you on. Get running to help us run the helpline.
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A chat with rapper Kojaque
We caught up with Dublin-born Kojaque following the release of his stunning debut album Town’s Dead. He opened up about this evocative record and how it captures grief, fear of failure, and hometown frustrations.
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Fundraise
Marathon in the park or gaming marathon on the sofa, whatever you love, it's quick and easy do it for CALM.
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Donate
Don’t wanna move a muscle? We get you. You can donate directly to CALM's services at the click of a button (or a tap of a screen).
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Follow
Follow social media to support CALM's latest campaigns - from comedy clubs to nationwide ads. And if you like it, well, tell your mates.
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🙌 Supporters of the month 🙌
Turning up the volume on mental wellbeing, Chris did a 24 hour radio show, raising £2,128 for CALM.
Fleur’s fundraiser went swimmingly! She swam seven miles in Lake Ullswater to support CALM.
Putting in the leg work for CALM, a team of Oxford and Glasgow uni students ran from Lands End to John o’ Groats.
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