Ray, Debi and Bob are joined in studio by Alison Ingalls. She is representing the Yellow Tulip Project. The Yellow Tulip Project is meant to help smash the stigma around mental illness and was started by Julia Hanson. Alison explains why and how she got involved. She describes her battle with depression and anxiety struggles. It is important to bring awareness and comfort in talking about these issues. Ray asks about seeing some of the warning signs and Alison talks about Talks Saves Lives. Mayor Strimling has proclaimed this Sunday as Hope Day Celebration Day! There will be a celebration in Lincoln Park in Portland on May 6 from 10am-11:30am. Music, stories and wellness activities.
There is a list of upcoming events on their Facebook page.
If you would like to contact Julia Hansen, Founder & Director, phone: 207-415-8729. Send an email to info@theyellowtulipproject.org,  julia@theyellowtulipproject.org, press@theyellowtulipproject.org.  Find them on Facebook.  National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255 or text ANSWER to 839863.
Part 2:  Ray, Debi and Bob are joined by Tim Wilson, Peter McFarland. They continue the discussion with bullying and mental illness and how it can affect anyone, regardless of age, social standing or appearance.