On April 21, 2017, I had the opportunity to give a TEDx talk at my college about my experience volunteering on a national suicide crisis line. 

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    What I've learned from the lines is that we can always improve how we listen to people dealing with mental health challenges.  We all deal with mental health challenges.  Listening to callers on every shift was a reminder that just being present with someone can make seemingly insurmountable strides, completely possible. 

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    Thank you to California State University, Los Angeles, for giving students and community leaders in the Los Angeles area an incredible opportunity to share their passions and learnings.

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