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#TalkToUs if something's troubling you. Call our free helpline on 116 123 or email [email protected]. We cannot offer support on Twitter. #ReadingSamaritans

 Reading, England
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Joined September 2015
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Samaritans@samaritans10 Oct 2022
If you do one thing today, check in on someone. #WorldMentalHealthDay Here’s how 🧵👇 Bookmark this tweet, so you’ve got it when you need it. Retweet to help us reach more people 💚
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The Hexagon, Reading@Thehexagon10 May 2022
Its #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek so what better time to tell you about a special open day that our friends at @ReadingSams are hosting. Find out more about the work that @samaritans does to support people and how you can get involved. #rdguk tinyurl.com/55vbwamw
Reading Samaritans Open Day, 1 June at Reading Town Hall

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Samaritans@samaritans17 Jan 2022
There, we said it, Blue Monday is a load of...*coughs* biscuits anyone? 👀🍪 So we say out with the blue and in with the brew! Today on #BrewMonday, we’re reminding everyone to reach out for a cuppa and a catch-up with the people you care about ☕

Brew Monday 2022

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Samaritans@samaritans10 Oct 2021
Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay, so we’ll be exploring the importance of self-care and being kind to yourself. We all have mental health. So, looking after our wellbeing is essential for all of us, no matter what we have been through or who we are 💚 #WMHD2021
Image shows several people holding a large sign that reads 'Looking after our wellbeing is important, no matter what we've been through or who we are'.

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Samaritans@samaritans10 Sep 2021
Listening to uplifting music can help energise your mood and provide an outlet for you to express your feelings. @alexander_olly has shared his favourite song on our playlist, which makes him feel hopeful. Listen 👉🎶 spoti.fi/3toBlII #WorldSuicidePreventionDay
"'I love you always forever' by Donna Lewis makes me feel like it's sunset and I'm driving down a beautiful road next to the ocean with the wind blowing in my long, gorgeous hair." - Olly Alexander

ALT "'I love you always forever' by Donna Lewis makes me feel like it's sunset and I'm driving down a beautiful road next to the ocean with the wind blowing in my long, gorgeous hair." - Olly Alexander

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Samaritans@samaritans13 May 2021
Here are some practical ways to help yourself cope if you’re struggling💚bit.ly/2WL8deS #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
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Samaritans@samaritans13 May 2021
🌧️🌞 How will you #ConnectWithNature this #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek? If you’re not sure, check out some of our ideas bit.ly/3b367z3
No matter where you are, you can connect with nature outside by just feeling the sun (or rain!) on your skin

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Samaritans@samaritans16 Mar 2021
People contact us with all sorts of concerns and what might be a small issue to you may be huge to someone else. Whatever you're facing, we're here to listen 💚
Whatever you're facing, we're here to listen Call free day or night on 116 123 Email jo@samaritans.org

ALT Whatever you're facing, we're here to listen Call free day or night on 116 123 Email [email protected]

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Samaritans@samaritans9 Mar 2021
We've been living through the pandemic for a year now and you may be feeling anxious or worried. It's normal to feel this way, but there are some things you can try which may help you cope with these feelings 💚 bit.ly/2OmXBCA
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Samaritans@samaritans9 Mar 2021
If you’ve been affected by recent events in the news, you can always talk to us. Our volunteers are here to listen 📱 116 123 ✉️ [email protected] 💚
"Whatever you're facing, we're here to listen. Call free day or night on 116 123, email jo@samaritans.org"

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Samaritans@samaritans24 Feb 2021
We offer a safe place for you to talk any time you like. We won't judge you or tell you what to do, we'll listen to you ❤️ 🧡 💛 💚 💙 💜 #LGBTHM21
Be you, be proud You can talk to us about anything that's troubling you. Call free day or night on 116 123, email jo@samaritans.org

ALT Be you, be proud You can talk to us about anything that's troubling you. Call free day or night on 116 123, email [email protected]

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Samaritans@samaritans8 Feb 2021
It's a new week, a new day, and whatever you're facing, we're here for you 💚 Call or email us any time, day or night 📱 116 123 ✉️ [email protected] #MondayMotivation
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Samaritans@samaritans9 Feb 2021
Seeing posts about self-harm and suicide online can be distressing. It’s important that you look after yourself if you’ve been affected by what you've seen. Here are some things you can do if you’ve seen content which is worrying you #SaferInternetDay bit.ly/3oSorir
Take time to look after yourself if you've been affected by anything you've seen online #SaferInternetDay

ALT Take time to look after yourself if you've been affected by anything you've seen online #SaferInternetDay

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Reading Chronicle@rdgchronicle7 Dec 2020
After struggling with his mum’s death, breaking up with the mother of his son and the loss of his job, it all became too much readingchronicle.co.uk/news/…
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Samaritans@samaritans4 Dec 2020
If you're struggling this festive period, there are some things you can do to help yourself cope during this difficult time 💚 bit.ly/3l8WVeL
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Samaritans@samaritans19 Nov 2020
Today is #InternationalMensDay and now, more than ever, it's important men reach out for support when they're struggling. Our campaign #RealPeopleRealStories highlights the importance of seeking help and getting support when you need it 💚 bit.ly/2PSuHYx
40% of men said talking to others helped with worries they had during the pandemic.

ALT 40% of men said talking to others helped with worries they had during the pandemic.

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Samaritans@samaritans19 Nov 2020
"With many people staying home during the coronavirus pandemic, it's vital we look out for each other and ourselves." 💚 bit.ly/2xtu0P4 #ThursdayThoughts #InternationalMensDay
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Samaritans@samaritans10 Nov 2020
“Reading the news can make us emotionally exhausted because headlines are devised specifically to trigger an emotive response.” Here are ways you can focus on the positives to help boost your mood and to ensure you don't become overwhelmed 💚 bit.ly/2TxI2XJ #TipTuesday
Mental health: feeling awful? You could be emotionally exhausted

Mental health: feeling awful? You could be emotionally exhausted

Struggling to keep your emotions under control as the Omicron variant causes cases to rise? Here, a psychologist outlines why you might be feeling so emotionally spent.

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Samaritans@samaritans9 Sep 2020
It’s #WorldSuicidePreventionDay tomorrow, so we’re asking journalists to remember our Media Guidelines for Reporting Suicide. Evidence shows that the way suicide is reported really matters. Please keep it safe #WSPD2020 bit.ly/2Xh1b2q
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Samaritans@samaritans11 Aug 2020
Our #RealPeopleRealStories campaign launches today, telling real stories from men to encourage other men to reach out for help. Steve became a Samaritans volunteer after losing his stepson to suicide. Hear how he came through a tough time bit.ly/3fHe3Fp

Steves Story | #RealPeopleRealStories

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