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John — As this Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, we must remember to take care of ourselves, recognize our feelings and experiences of trauma, and seek help today and every day. Our movement is a safe space for all of us to mourn, grieve, and process the pain of gun violence while giving people the opportunity to take action if they choose to do so. We know the heavy toll it takes to live in a country where guns are put ahead of children’s safety and the burnout our incredible advocates sometimes feel. We see you. We hear you. We are with you. We also know that mental health issues and gun violence often intersect, and that mental health can be used as a scapegoat for politicians. In our work, we must always advocate for gun safety solutions that support people with mental illnesses and reduce access to guns. Because at the end of the day, people with mental illnesses are far more likely to be victims of violence than commit it themselves. If you want to learn more about how to support yourself and those around you, feel free to use our mental health resources site.
When being in this fight feels like it’s weighing down on you, we encourage you to prioritize your mental health through rest and taking the time to heal. Thanks for showing up for our fight even when it’s tough. In solidarity, March For Our Lives
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