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  • Behind the Hotline: Jay’s Story

    Behind the Hotline: Jay’s Story

    Have you thought about seeking help at a counselling centre? Ever wondered whom you’d be speaking with on the other end of the line? Meet Jay, the Intake Officer at Eagles Mediation & Counselling Centre (EMCC). We had a chance to interview her and found out what it’s like to handle daily enquiries at a counselling…

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  • Paying It Forward: Vijay’s Story

    Paying It Forward: Vijay’s Story

    Editor’s Note: We’re so honoured to have Singapore Peer Specialist, Vijay, share his personal story with us on Tapestry! A humble, unassuming individual who’s ever so encouraging, we certainly need more people like him in our society 🙂 Thank you for sharing your story, Vijay. Let’s impact lives one story at a time.

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  • Empowering Caregivers

    Empowering Caregivers

    Editor’s Note: Mental illness is never a personal affair. It affects entire communities, with our nearest and dearest bearing the brunt of responsibility in looking after loved ones undergoing illness and distress. It is therefore vital for caregivers to find support, as they often neglect their own needs, resulting in burnout, poor health, frustration and even depression. As a…

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  • Making The Best of My Life: Sam’s Story

    Making The Best of My Life: Sam’s Story

    Editor’s Note: Our social interactions and significant relationships can contribute to our sense of self and self-worth.  In Sam’s story, she shares what led to her suicide attempt and how she found peace today through owning her personal coping methods. Her story also highlights the need for mental health professionals to be more sensitive and empathetic, and to treat…

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  • An Overcoming Strength: Jolene C.

    An Overcoming Strength: Jolene C.

    Editor’s Note: There’s so much we don’t know about mental health. Here is an enlightening read contributed by assistant psychologist and self-confessed “psych junkie”, Jolene.

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