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Your Thumb Doesn't Define Me | Episode 1

Mr. 2-17, rapper and producer, admits that he struggles with mental health but exhibits resilience through proper goal setting and self care.

Your Thumb Doesn't Define Me | Episode 1

From Hope Givers with Tamlin Hall, Season 1
Your Thumb Doesn't Define Me | Episode 1

Mr. 2-17, rapper and producer, admits that he struggles with mental health but exhibits resilience through proper goal setting and self care. In this episode, we discuss the importance of setting goals, mentorship, community connectedness, ending violence, and strategies to offset depression. Musical Guest is Hollow Sinatra.

Hope Givers with Tamlin Hall Segments

Season 1

A new, uplifting series highlighting hope and resilience across America! Hope Givers is a first of its kind, available at no cost, and aligned to standards for students in grades 6-12. Episodes showcase real stories, animation shorts, youth self-care activities, student films, and musical performances. In every episode, our resident mental health professional, Dr. Reef Karim, provides a very relatable breakdown for students, teachers, and parents. Themes include Resilience, Connectedness, Advocacy, Goal-Setting, and having a Mentor/Trusted Adult.

ep 1

Your Thumb Doesn't Define Me | Episode 1

ep 2

Human Trafficking | Episode 2

ep 3

They Missed Out On All This! | Episode 3

ep 4

Drugs: Yes, No, Maybe? | Episode 4

ep 5

Just Jam It Out | Episode 5

ep 6

Recovery: A Journey Not A Destination | Episode 6

ep 7

Resiliency: One Step At A Time | Episode 7

ep 8

Be Here Tomorrow | Episode 8

special episode

Teen Mental Health Roundtable | Special

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