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Something as simple as a cup of tea and a discussion can make a big difference to a person who lives lonely.
This is the message of the Samaritans who are trying to turn blue Monday into Monday.
The third Monday in January is often described as Blue Monday and seems to be the most difficult day of the year.
So, the charity launched its #BrewMonday initiative to encourage people to take the time to talk to a friend who may be feeling alone over a cup of tea.
Samaritan volunteers were walking around the country's train stations, distributing free tea bags and information about their services.
#Monday blue is widely considered a difficult day for many, we went out with @samaritains today for #BrewMonday – Encourage people to talk to each other about a hot drink. pic.twitter.com/ocTfF3y2XW
– GWR Help (@GWRHelp) January 21, 2019
the @SamaritansBham are here today in the atrium for #BrewMonday. turning #Monday blue positive and speak during an infusion.
Just a little conversation can be all that is needed and the @samaritains are available 24 hours a day, 116 123 and calls are free. pic.twitter.com/64pML1bmqy
– Birmingham New Street (@NetworkRailBHM) January 21, 2019
The brewing team in Edinburgh #brew monday #MondayMotivation pic.twitter.com/1XfvsPZGc7
– Samaritans of Edinburgh (@EdinSamaritans) January 21, 2019
We are here #BrightonStation with our #BrewMonday tea bags and smiling faces @samaritains pic.twitter.com/n3djFBY4eL
– Samaritans of Brighton (@BHSamaritans) January 21, 2019
In the meantime, the police and fire departments are also involved, sending the message that it is "acceptable not to be".
Help turn #Monday blue in #BrewMonday taking five to put the kettle and chat with a friend or colleague. ☕️
Why not have a cup of tea with a parent or elderly neighbor? Check that they are fine and check their smoke detectors while you are there too! #ItsOkNotToBeOk pic.twitter.com/3hv1C3KZMF
– Mersey Fire (@MerseyFire) January 21, 2019
This #Monday blue our mental health team will hold a #BrewMonday event with @BedfordSams and @SignpostBedford for our officers and our staff. The mental health and well-being of our colleagues is extremely important and the subject of force every day of the year, not just today. pic.twitter.com/UQwYeWEx4q
– Bedfordshire Police (@bedspolice) January 21, 2019
Dr. Alex George from Love Island and DJ Gemma Cairney's Radio are urging people to make themselves known.
Celebrities such as comedian Matt Lucas and boxer Audley Harrison have also been involved in publicizing an event specifically designed to educate youth about loneliness.
Light the kettle and go to #Monday blue in #BrewMonday with @samaritains pic.twitter.com/X4sG2rzefA
– Lucas Matt Lucas (@RealMattLucas) January 21, 2019
Today is #BrewMonday a very vital campaign to help:
Spread the message that listening can save a life
Promote conversation, listening and well-being
✅ help provide support that makes a real difference in the lives of thousands of people
Make this cup of coffee and chat with your friends, it helps pic.twitter.com/uWSEpqqt54– Audley Harrison MBE (@audleyharrison) January 21, 2019
I think the Samaritans are an amazing charity, so I support them #BrewMonday campaign wholeheartedly.
Should we call our friends today, check and see if their ok? Invite your neighbor for a beer? Let's try to remove the blue from this Monday together !? https://t.co/5xfSaCdYKq
– Gemma Cairney (@gemcairn) January 21, 2019
Samaritans' research among 18 to 24-year-olds suggests that loneliness plays an important role in suicidal thoughts among youth.
Ruth Sutherland, Executive Director of Samaritans, said, "For too long, loneliness among young people has not been taken seriously. It is time to remedy the situation and listen to what they tell us.
"Local areas desperately need more funds for appropriate services and opportunities across our communities that help young people to be listened to and get all the help they need."
And the campaign seemed to have an immediate effect.
The usual train was canceled and had to wait an hour at Milton Keynes Cntl. Instead of looking in my phone, I took @samaritains #BrewMonday inspiration, took a tea, sat down and chatted with a few people around me. All the insignificant little discussions on Monday morning, but #SmallTalkSavesLives.
– Sam Jessup (@samjessupdesign) January 21, 2019
Today I am on @MHFAEngland Of course, I will give priority to my breaks to discuss with my colleagues, my wonderful delegate, over a cup of tea. I will also use this week as an opportunity to form new relationships, so a #BrewWeek not just a #BrewMonday ? https://t.co/zfu5yCanik
– Emma Reynolds (@EmmaMargie) January 21, 2019
To find out more, visit the Samaritans website.
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