Program Overview
Every story can spark hope. Share a short video, selfie, or message about your personal reasons to live, and post it with #ShareReasons2Live.
Invite friends and family to join, creating a circle of support where everyone is seen, heard, and valued. Together, we can open honest conversations about emotional health, offer encouragement, and remind those struggling that they are not alone. Get Involved: Share your story, explore emotional health resources, and inspire others—because every story has the power to light the way.
Mission
Helping people find hope and keep going, even in their toughest moments, by sharing what makes life meaningful.
Share Your Reason to Live
By posting your reason to live, you can become the quiet beacon someone else needs, reminding them that life, with all its moments, is worth holding onto.
Your story matters. Share a short message, video, or photo about what keeps you going—whether it’s a person, a passion, or a dream.
One Story at a Time
Every story creates a ripple. When you share your reason to live, you spark courage, build connection, and show others they are not alone.
One voice can encourage many, turning silence into conversation and despair into strength. Together, these shared sparks grow into a flame of compassion and hope that can change lives.
Connect, Support, Heal
This is more than sharing—it’s belonging. By joining the movement, you help create a compassionate community where every story strengthens the circle.
Here, hope is multiplied, burdens are lightened, and no heart faces struggles in silence. Together, we remind each other that brighter days are possible.
Now It’s Your Turn
This is more than sharing—it’s belonging. By joining the movement, you help create a compassionate community where every story strengthens the circle.
Listen to a short video recorded exclusively for YLC and HUG by Howie Mandel – and share with others. Howie’s message is for us all – don’t keep it to yourself!
[With our gratitude & thanks to Howie Mandel].
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Real stories – making it through:
Serena:
Serena is a student studying overseas. Far from home she felt very depressed and was suicidal. She connected with YLC and received the encouragement and support she needed to keep going. “I’m happy that I found YLC. I was at a very low point in my life and needed their help and reassurance.”
Danny:
Danny’s dad died unexpectedly by heart attack. He’d lost his mom at an early age. His whole world turned upside down. He felt he had nothing to live for. YLC helped Danny recover hope and his will to live. “YLC helped me realize that others could be helped through my story. That helped me in a way I hadn’t thought possible.”
Maggie:
Maggie’s husband died from cancer after a long illness. She was feeling suicidal. Connecting with YLC restored her perspective and reconnected her with her reasons to live. “YLC listened to me at a time when I thought no-one was listening to me. That meant a lot to me and helped me to focus on living.”
* Names and pictures have been changed in order to protect the privacy of the individuals.