Â¥·ï¸ó programs participated in the global in which organizations around the world held training's and workshops to spread awareness on the Five Signs of emotional suffering and ways to help a person in need.  One goal is to change the cultural narrative of how people with mental health challenges are viewed. , , and of England are big names lending their time and energy to this worthy campaign.    

LAOA invited building tenants and businesses to a conversation on mental wellness and recognizing the . Door prizes/raffles, food, and drink were provided to create a welcoming and safe environment to begin a dialogue on wellness and begin demystifying mental health. 

 The 5 signs are:

1. Personality Change

2. Agitation or mood swings

3. Withdrawn/Isolated

4. Poor Self Care

5. Feeling hopeless

Ways to combat and help those in need:

1. Take Care- Eat well, Sleep well and exercise

2. Check-In- With family, friends, counselors

3. Engage- With others, create healthy relationships

4. Relax- Be active, meditate, garden, dance, love

5. Know– Know the 5 Signs of emotional suffering