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SoChem focuses on emotional release, personal reflection, and access to further mental health resources. “Social Chemistry” is defined by us as the practice of creating meaningful connections and understanding within a community.

10/05/2026

Today would have been my Dad’s 81st Birthday. It’s our first birthday without him. He taught me so much. I’m grateful for having this outstanding man as my father.

10/05/2026

YOU DON’T HAVE TO EARN JOY.

Sometimes, we get so focused on fixing our lives that we forget to actually live them.

Joy doesn’t always look like a huge accomplishment.

Sometimes it’s blasting your favourite song in the car.

Laughing until your stomach hurts.

Going for a walk with no destination.

Watching the movie you’ve seen a hundred times.

Sitting with someone who makes you feel like yourself again.

Doing something just because it makes you happy.

And no, it doesn’t mean your problems disappear.

But moments of joy can give your mind a break from constantly carrying them.

When you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, or feeling emotionally exhausted, joy can feel like something you’re supposed to wait for.

Don’t.

Make room for it.

Try this today:

• Do one thing that makes you smile.
• Listen to a song that lifts you up.
• Spend time with someone who makes you feel good.
• Get outside for a few minutes.
• Return to something you used to love.
• Give yourself permission to have fun without feeling guilty.

Self-help isn’t always about working harder on yourself.

Sometimes growth means remembering what makes you feel alive.

And if life feels unbearably heavy right now, you don’t have to carry it alone.

Reach out.

Talk to someone.

Find support.

If you’re in Canada and thinking about su***de or feel like you may not be safe, call or text 988 for immediate crisis support.

Your mental health matters.

Your story matters.

And so does your joy.

Do something today that reminds you why life is worth experiencing.

Find tools, resources, and support at SocialChemistry.ca.

***deprevention

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10/02/2026

Get Repost App • Team Max Pohl Heads up! Tomorrow, October 1st at 6pm (MDT), we will announce the first winner of the $1,000 draw! Thank you to everyone who has swabbed and/or donated! We appreciate every single one of you. Make sure to share this post and tell your friends so they can swab and enter the next giveaways.
The next draw dates include: November 1st, and two on December 1st.

Thank you to everyone who has supported and donated for Max! Let’s keep it going!

Make sure to email a photo of you and your completed kit to [email protected] to enter!

Good luck and happy swabbing!

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10/02/2026

Learn more at Team Max Pohl Congratulations Lola O’brien (Lola ) from the CRC swab event! You’ve just won the first $1,000 prize! Good job to everyone who has donated! Remember there are more chances to win! The next draw date is November 1st so keep an eye out and tell your friends! Goodluck and happy swabbing 💪

09/30/2026

When was the last time you genuinely smiled?

Not the polite smile.

Not the “I’m fine” smile.

The real one.

The one that happens before you even think about it.

Sometimes depression doesn’t just take your energy.

It takes pieces of you.

Your motivation.

Your connection.

Your confidence.

Your excitement about tomorrow.

And eventually, you can forget what you used to feel like.

But here’s the thing…

You are not your depression.

And you don’t have to fix your entire life today.

Start smaller.

Take the walk.

Play the song.

Text the person.

Get outside.

Write down what’s weighing on you.

Do something that used to make you feel alive.

Ask for help when you need it.

And if you’re struggling with depression, anxiety, loneliness or thoughts of su***de, talk to someone.

You don’t have to carry everything by yourself.

Self-help growth isn’t about becoming a different person.

Sometimes it’s about reconnecting with the person who got buried underneath everything you’ve been carrying.

Your smile might still be in there.

Let’s find it.

Get tools, resources and support at SocialChemistry.ca

Release. Reflect. Reconnect.

***deprevention

09/28/2026

STOP SCROLLING.

You are allowed to take a break.

A week.
A month.
Even longer.

You don’t have to have your life figured out right now.

Sometimes depression makes everything feel urgent.

The job.
The relationship.
The expectations.
The pressure to keep going when you have nothing left to give.

But you don’t have to solve your entire life tonight.

Sometimes self help isn’t about pushing harder.

Sometimes growth looks like stepping back.

Sleeping.
Breathing.
Asking for help.
Spending time with someone who makes you feel safe.
Talking to a friend.
Talking to a professional.
Taking one small thing off your plate.

Your timeline doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s.

Take your time.

Rest is not failure.
Asking for help is not weakness.
A difficult chapter is not the whole story.

And if things feel overwhelming right now, don’t carry it alone.

Reach out to someone you trust.

In Canada, you can call or text 988 for su***de crisis support, 24/7.

You don’t need to know exactly what to say.

You just need to start the conversation.

Your life is bigger than this moment.

Take the break.

Take the help.

Take the time you need.

Just keep going—one day, one conversation, one breath at a time.

SocialChemistry.ca

Connect the dots.
Start the conversation.

***deprevention

09/26/2026

💚 DEPRESSION DOESN’T HAVE TO BE A BATTLE YOU FIGHT ALONE.

Some days, getting out of bed feels impossible. Other days, you smile for everyone around you while silently struggling inside.

But even on your darkest days, there are tools, resources and people who can help you find a way forward.

At SocialChemistry.ca, we believe that understanding your mental health is the first step toward meaningful change.

Whether you’re battling depression, experiencing suicidal thoughts or simply looking for ways to improve your mental well-being, our goal is to connect you with resources that can help.

🧠 KNOWLEDGE IS POWER. CONNECTION IS EVERYTHING.

Here are three small steps you can take today:

💚 Recognize the signs. Understanding depression and your emotional triggers can help you recognize when it’s time to reach out.

💚 Build your mental health toolkit. Explore self-help resources, personal growth strategies and practical ways to manage difficult emotions.

💚 Start the conversation. Reach out to a friend, family member or mental health professional. You don’t need to have all the answers to ask for help.

Your story isn’t over. And you don’t have to write the next chapter alone.

Explore the mental health tools and resources available at 🌐 SocialChemistry.ca⁠.

If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, call or text 988 in Canada for free, confidential crisis support, available 24/7. If there is immediate danger, call 911.

SAVE THIS POST. SHARE IT WITH SOMEONE WHO MIGHT NEED IT. You never know who may be silently searching for a reason to reach out.

09/25/2026

YOU DON’T ALWAYS NEED THE RIGHT WORDS.
SOMETIMES, YOU JUST NEED TO SHOW UP.

Spending time with someone can be su***de prevention.

Not because you have all the answers.

Not because you can fix their depression.

But because connection can remind someone:

“I’m not alone.”

A coffee.

A walk.

Watching a movie.

Sitting beside someone without saying much.

Sending a text that says,
“Hey. How are you really doing?”

These things can seem small.

They aren’t.

When someone is struggling with depression, anxiety, loneliness or thoughts of su***de, isolation can make everything feel heavier.

So don’t underestimate your presence.

You don’t have to be a therapist.

You don’t have to know exactly what to say.

Just be there.

Listen without judgement.

Check in again tomorrow.

Invite them somewhere.

Make them laugh.

Give them a reason to step outside.

And if you believe someone may be in immediate danger, take it seriously and help them connect with professional support.

Connection matters.
Your presence matters.
People matter.

Sometimes self-help isn’t about doing more by yourself.

Sometimes growth begins by letting someone in.

Spend some time with someone today.
You never know how much it might mean.

Visit SocialChemistry.ca for mental health resources, self-help tools and support.

***deprevention

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