Every year we partner with the #BellLetsTalk movement for a day of Hashtagging Games that help raise awareness and money for mental health in Canada – this was the third time we have been involved and a record-breaking amount of money was raised and it also gave us the chance to run a very positive and uplifting game…
[The Story So Far: Every Wednesday at 12 noon South African time [6am EDT] an inspired and growing number of brilliant, creative and absolutely fun people from all around the world take part in what is called a Hashtag game. @AFrikkinHashtag [say it out loud] is South Africa’s #1 Hashtag game and is always a lot of fun. The F.L.O.P. [or Fish List Of Prizeworthyness] is the collection of some of the best tweets from each week’s game and is what all seriously comedic Hashtaggers aspire to…]
Choosing the tag #YouMakeItEasierWhen to reflect the vibe of the day and with three veteran hashtaggers jumping on board to help co-host this game in @KeshaTeddy @RossMoorhouse and @ShutUpAmanda it was bound to be a good one. And it was.
We sent out an invite and dropped a few tweets of our own to, you know, get the ball rolling…
Make sure you include BOTH TAGS in every tweet this week as you join @KeshaTeddy @RossMoorhouse @ShutUpAmanda joining @BrettFishA and The UnNamed Ones for #YouMakeItEasierWhen #BellLetsTalk to help bring awareness to Mental Health Issues on @HashtagRoundup pic.twitter.com/4ZbKRrnz0w
— A Frikkin Hashtag (@AFrikkinHashtag) January 31, 2018
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you let me know beyond a shadow of a doubt that i am not alone.@BrettFishA with @KeshaTeddy @RossMoorhouse @ShutUpAmanda#BellLetsTalk on @HashtagRoundup pic.twitter.com/3s7dh0DzOX
— Brett FISH Anderson (@BrettFishA) January 31, 2018
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you take the time to listen to my whole story and try to get some kind of picture of the journey I have walked up to this point. #BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/Rm6QMil27W
— A Frikkin Hashtag (@AFrikkinHashtag) January 31, 2018
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you share and read the stories of those who have struggled with Mental Health issues https://t.co/21tjjoW3Uf #BellLetsTalk
— A Frikkin Hashtag (@AFrikkinHashtag) January 31, 2018
While still having time and space for chocolate and some more fun tweets:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen raiSIN-free chocolate is involved – #BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/vzrrCtrMEp
— A Frikkin Hashtag (@AFrikkinHashtag) January 31, 2018
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you constantly remind me, “This is just a movie! This is just a movie!” #BellLetsTalk #ISeeWhatIDidThere #TheMovieIsCalledIt #OhYouGotItNeverMindThen #OhWaitISeeYouDidnt #ManThereAreALotofTagsOnThisOne #WhyAreYouStillReadingThem pic.twitter.com/uoVqTMPWxC
— A Frikkin Hashtag (@AFrikkinHashtag) January 31, 2018
Our amazing co-hosts were on it from the beginning:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen #BellLetsTalk
For every tweet with the hashtag #BellLetsTalk, 5 cents will go towards mental health research in Canada today. Join me @BrettFishA @KeshaTedder and @RossMoorhouse play @AFrikkinHashtag and spread the message pic.twitter.com/y640p12KAM
— Manda (irresistable-resister) Posthumously (@ShutUpAmanda) January 31, 2018
#YouMakeItEasierWhen You show understanding and give me space when I need to breathe. #BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/jcDBynLjQd
— Kerry’s Ghost 👻 (@KeshaGhosty) January 31, 2018
#YouMakeItEasierWhen
You show your true support #BellLetsTalk— Ross Moorhouse (@RossMoorhouse) January 31, 2018
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you surround yourself with people who want to understand, even if they aren’t entirely there yet. It took me 20 years to accept my diagnosis. Be patient, and be strong. #BellLetsTalk
— Manda (irresistable-resister) Posthumously (@ShutUpAmanda) January 31, 2018
#YouMakeItEasierWhen
You put one foot forward, then you slowly start walking #BellLetsTalk— Ross Moorhouse (@RossMoorhouse) January 31, 2018
And then, of course, there was all of you and you really rose to the occasion with this game – so many amazing tweets, but these are the ones which we thought were F.L.O.P.worthy and made it on to this week’s
FISH LIST OF PRIZEWORTHYNESS
Jimish got the ball rolling with super helpful vibes:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you ask "Is everything alright buddy? Do you want to share anything?" #BellLetsTalk
— Jimish (@jimishbathia) January 31, 2018
And continued, leading by example:
When i feel like sharing my anxiety issues #YouMakeItEasierWhen you share your issues first to build the trust… #BellLetsTalk
— Jimish (@jimishbathia) January 31, 2018
Claire kept it simple:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you Listen 👂🏻 @AFrikkinHashtag pic.twitter.com/Hf3xNHa226
— 🎆🙋🏻♀️ Claire 💕🎆 (@Calamity_clr) January 31, 2018
While Klorine had some advice for the tweeterers:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you subtweet less than you should have.
— Klorine wants to be successful ❤ (@WTFKlorine) January 31, 2018
Dan gave us a heads up:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen You intervene early, even if a friend or relative is resistant to help. Mental illness can be treated more effectively if it is handled early on #BellLetsTalk
— Dan (@Dan081275) January 31, 2018
John assumed nothing:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you stop assuming that I'm just being difficult. #BellLetsTalk
— John Lane (@JohnFPLane) January 31, 2018
Jacqui handed over the wheel:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you take over when I just can’t even. #BellLetsTalk
— Jacqui 🍷Is it wine o’clock?🍷 (@heyjacqui_) January 31, 2018
Kellie invited empathy and compassion:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you don't judge me for having a mental illness#BellLetsTalk #EndTheStigma
— kellie mcdonald (@kellielovesbook) January 31, 2018
Alex was all about presence:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you keep showing up#BellLetsTalk
— Alex Baldwin (@OneMoodyHuman) January 31, 2018
Fletch spoke about collaboration:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you stand together as one and keep the conversations going. #BellLetsTalk
— 🍁Pass the Fletchy on the Left Hand Side 🍀 (@Darth_Pingu) January 31, 2018
X Mill was all about the attitude:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you’re empathetic rather than judgmental #BellLetsTalk
— X Mill Runner 🌞🌟🌜 (@xmillrunner) January 31, 2018
Brian had some help of a practical nature:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you follow the instructions.@AFrikkinHashtag pic.twitter.com/yythtMkOS7
— Brian Plaideau (@PhunPhactory) January 31, 2018
Martini was all for really seeing:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen You *look* for that *small voice* instead of scrolling past it looking for a party. #BellLetsTalk
— Martini- I DON'T BLINK! (@veritas_24) January 31, 2018
Robin suggested walking in the footsteps of one who has walked that path:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you speak to people who can relate to your situation. Knowing you're not alone makes a world of difference. #BellLetsTalk
— ®️Robin (@Robin46_2) January 31, 2018
74 had all the bases covered:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen instead of spreading hate…spread love ❤️
….or even just some Nutella
— 🍃 Ⓙ Ⓓ (@74_jah) January 31, 2018
Greeshma is counting on your support:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you giggle&make funny faces while I am nervously standing before the podium for my presentation.Make it easier for me to overcome my worries coz I know my crazy friend will always be there for me.#BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/NpbIqxce92
— Greeshma Megha M.S (@GreeshmaMegha) January 31, 2018
Sloth was advocating a positive focus:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you see what I do right instead of focusing on what I do wrong #BellLetsTalk
— SlothLife (@chaoticsloth01) January 31, 2018
Jeffrey gave some options:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you offer help, love & support…#bellLetstalk
— Jeffrey Mirabello (@JeffMirabello) January 31, 2018
Ross got a little more specific:
I have friends with Autism & #YouMakeItEasierWhen you give them more time to process information #BellLetsTalk
— Ross Moorhouse (@RossMoorhouse) January 31, 2018
Lizz invited us to look beneath the surface:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you understand that some of my reactions are not always coming from a normal place, and may be caused by my PTSD in certain situations. #BellLetsTalk
— Lizz🐾🐱🌼 (@lizard_lou) January 31, 2018
Colleen inspired us:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you send the message of hope & understanding and break the silence on mental illness. #BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/r3QEv8xc9J
— Colleen O (@ravensky311) January 31, 2018
Skull brought the humanity:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen
The stigma gets humanized…#BellLetsTalk— ŁȺᵾǤĦƗNǤ 💀 SꝀᵾŁŁ (@laughingskull59) January 31, 2018
Even the Panda brought some wisdom:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen
You have empathy for others.#BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/jn60PcITMm— Cute Lazy🐾Panda (@CuteLazy_Panda) January 31, 2018
Mika brought some clarity:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you show your support, but understand that I may need time to clear the fog and think of the words to say, or what to do. #BellLetsTalk
— Mika-Lynn Dopson (@mikalynn519) January 31, 2018
Cameron wanted us to all play along:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you’re contributional. Not competitive.
#BellLetsTalk— Cameron Grant (@coolcam101) January 31, 2018
P.J. kept it straight and to the point:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you show your unconditional love and support#BellLetsTalk
— P.J (@Exile1Self) January 31, 2018
Taking it in a different direction, Bazz had a more practical tip:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen
You pee before you put the catsuit on #BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/1DTGa0Ss0V— Jalbeardzi, The Typo Pirate Yaarrrr (@Danzig303) January 31, 2018
While Abed brought… THE COMFY CHAIR!!!
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you try to bring comfort to those other than yourself. #BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/k6WtShaTI0
— TheWalkingAbed (@TheWalkingAbed) January 31, 2018
V was thinking perspective:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you try the other side first #BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/e980zwWiur
— VeldLot🌷 (@VeldLot) January 31, 2018
So many great tweets and they pretty much all could have been on the TOP F.L.O.P.s list so thank you everybody who contributed and played and shared along. But there were a few that for some reason caught our special attention and made it on to this week’s:
F.L.O.P. SIX:
[6] Nien Nunb purely from a practical level:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you stop throwing spiders at my face.
— Nien Nunb (@Nien_Nunb) January 31, 2018
[5] Abed reminding us to look beyond:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you try to consider things from multiple perspectives instead of viewing them from one narrow view. #BellLetsTalk
— TheWalkingAbed (@TheWalkingAbed) January 31, 2018
[4] V shared her revelation with us:
I never really understood mental issues but the person who made this made me understand in one second ! #YouMakeItEasierWhen #BellLetsTalk pic.twitter.com/0nYQbXdT7Q
— VeldLot🌷 (@VeldLot) January 31, 2018
[3] Cooking Gal brought the smiles with this imagery:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you give up your airplane seat so my emotional support peacock and I can sit together…#BellLetsTalk
— 1cookinggal 👩🍳🍰 (@1cookinggal) January 31, 2018
[2] Brian was all about trying to understand that which is hard to understand:
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you accept what helped you through your problems might not work for me. I might not be able to “just get over it” or “walk it off.” My problem might take more time, money, and/or medication than you can imagine.
#BellLetsTalk @AFrikkinHashtag
— Brian Plaideau (@PhunPhactory) January 31, 2018
[1] While Satpreet brought this week’s TOP F.L.O.P. with this reminder to speak to and not at a person…
#YouMakeItEasierWhen you listen, & even when you talk you know I am on the other end of your words; too often people seem to talk at me rather than to me #BellLetsTalk
— Satpreet Rihal (@SatpreetRihal) January 31, 2018
Sho, some powerful vibes everybody – thanks for playing along and please tag your friends and invite them to give this a read – super inspiring stuff and helpful and healthy reminders.
Huge shoutout to the amazing co-hosts and The UnNamed Ones as per normal and a special ching to #BellLetsTalk for the work they do to create awareness and support for mental health issues in Canada. See you next year.
As for you, please keep the WIT in the Twitterer and keep playing along – there will be a new game on Wed at noon South Africa time and 6am EDT for the rest of you…
love brett “Fish anderson and No_bob the stuffed dolphin
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