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Eight minutes can change a lot.
Talk to someone when you need it most, whenever you need.
No charge to talk, and available at anytime.

Help us became the next great thing in emotional support.

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Books can offer comfort, clarity, and connection when it’s needed most.

Here’s a curated list of books that support mental health and emotional wellbeing - tinyurl.com/2z9r5hrd

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16 Mental Health Books for Tough Days, Good Days, and Every Day in Between | Penguin Random House
This list of self-help books on mental health, provide guidance to help you deal with feelings of anxiety, depression, and isolation.
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February 1, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Sometimes the hardest step is reaching out.

We’re building Eight Minute Chat to make that step feel lighter.

Help us launch and be there for those who need it. eightmin.org/donate
January 31, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Mental health isn’t a destination. It’s a process, and no one should have to walk it alone.

Eight Minute Chat is being built to offer short, accessible moments of support, but we can’t launch without help.

If you believe this should exist, please support the launch eightmin.org/donate
January 31, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Food plays a role in how we feel, not just how we function.

This guide explores foods that support mood and mental wellbeing - tinyurl.com/5zmv8nfu

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7 Foods That May Improve Your Mood
Given how many factors can cause a low mood, can any foods help? Find out what the latest science says.
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January 31, 2026 at 12:01 AM
Mental health struggles affect more young people than we often see. We will create free, supportive moments for anyone who needs them.

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#MentalHealthAwareness
January 30, 2026 at 12:02 PM
It’s okay to pause. It’s okay to ask.

We’re building a space where support feels human, not overwhelming. Help us get Eight Minute Chat off the ground.

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January 30, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Movement can support mental health in simple, achievable ways.

Here are six types of exercise shown to help reduce stress and improve mood - puregym.com/blog/6-of-the-best-exercises-for-mental-health/

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6 of The Best Exercises for Mental Health
Here are some of our favourite mood boosting exercises to help beat stress, fight anxiety and boost your emotional wellbeing.
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January 30, 2026 at 12:02 PM
No pressure. No judgement. Just support. That’s what Eight Minute Chat is being built for.
Help us launch and reach people who need it most.

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January 29, 2026 at 12:03 PM
A small donation can create a real moment of support for someone who needs it. Help us keep our mental health tools free and accessible.

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#MentalHealth #Kindness
January 29, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Breathing can be a powerful reset when things feel too much.

We’re sharing 10 simple breathing exercises that support calm and emotional regulation. Free, practical, and easy to use.

www.healthline.com/health/breat...

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10 Breathing Techniques for Stress Relief
If you're looking to practice breathing exercises, these are proven to work for lowering stress, meditating, and improving breathing function.
www.healthline.com
January 29, 2026 at 12:00 AM
Time in nature can support mental health by reducing stress and improving mood. Even small moments outdoors can help us feel more grounded.

This article explores why it matters - tinyurl.com/22n3ybdw

#EightMinuteChat #MentalHealth #Nature #Wellbeing #HumanSupport
January 28, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Sleep plays a powerful role in mental well-being.

A consistent routine, enough rest, and reducing screen time before bed can support mood, focus, and emotional balance.

Small changes help. Early support helps even more.

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#MentalHealthTips
January 27, 2026 at 2:04 PM
Endings can be soft too. Like a sunset, they can hold peace, not loss.

If you’re closing a chapter, you’re not broken.
You’re human.

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January 27, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Mental health care is changing.

A new News18 article outlines five shifts shaping how people will seek support in 2026 — including flexible, digital-first, and peer-led care that fits real life.

Read the article - tinyurl.com/2rby5bwd
January 26, 2026 at 4:03 PM
A gentle breathing exercise to help calm your nervous system.

Repeat this a few times.
Nothing to fix. Nothing to rush.
Just space for your body to soften and your mind to slow.

Follow for simple practices that support mental well-being, one breath at a time.

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January 26, 2026 at 3:38 PM
We need your support.

Too many people reach crisis before they ever feel heard. Eight Minute Chat exists to create space for early conversation, real listening, and human connection, before things reach breaking point.

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#MentalHealthAwareness
January 19, 2026 at 12:01 AM
Mental health apps are changing how people access support.

A Causeartist article explores digital tools designed to help, but real impact still comes from human connection and being heard.

That’s the space Eight Minute Chat exists in.

Read more - causeartist.com/mental-health-apps/
16 Mental Health Apps to Improve Your Well-Being
From therapy platforms like BetterHelp and Brightside to mindfulness tools like Headspace and CopeNotes, this guide covers top-rated apps to help you manage stress, anxiety, sleep, and emotional…
www.causeartist.com
January 18, 2026 at 4:01 PM
Doing things at your own pace is a form of self care.
Pause. Breathe. Let life move gently for a moment.

Follow for calm reminders that support mental wellbeing:

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January 18, 2026 at 12:01 PM
There is hope, even when your brain tells you there isn’t.

Thoughts can feel overwhelming and convincing, but they are not permanent truths. Sometimes hope starts with a pause. Sometimes it starts with someone listening.

That’s why we exist.

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January 18, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Meditation doesn’t have to be complicated.

This Gaiam guide shows how simple techniques can help reduce stress and create mental space, even for beginners.

At Eight Minute Chat, we believe small moments of calm and connection can make a real difference.

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Meditation 101: Techniques, Benefits, and a Beginner’s How-to
Meditation is an approach to training the mind and it encourages the practitioner to observe wandering thoughts as they drift through the mind. Learn how to meditate from the experts with our guided…
www.gaiam.com
January 16, 2026 at 4:04 PM
A soft reminder that living well is one of the quiet ways we protect our mental health.
Gentle mornings, slower days, space to breathe.

Follow for simple reminders that help you cope and feel heard.

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January 16, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide. It impacts how people live, work, & connect, yet many never receive support early enough to change the outcome. At Eight Minute Chat, we believe being heard sooner can make all the difference

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January 16, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Not every moment needs a long explanation.
Real conversations matter most when someone needs to be heard.
That’s why Eight Minute Chat exists.
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January 14, 2026 at 12:03 PM
Most people facing mental health challenges never receive immediate support. In the US, over 50% of adults with a mental health condition don’t receive treatment each year due to cost, access, or stigma. eightmin.org/donate
January 14, 2026 at 12:02 PM
HeadsUpGuys offers tools, stress tests, therapist directories, and recovery stories focused on supporting men’s mental health:

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HeadsUp...

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HeadsUpGuys - Wikipedia
HeadsUpGuys is a Canada-based online resource and research program focused on supporting men's mental health, with an emphasis on managing depression and preventing male deaths by suicide. Launched…
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January 14, 2026 at 12:02 PM