#UsapTayo is a regular tweetchat happening every zero of the month (every 10th, 20th, 30th) that aims to ZERO the suicide cases and stigma against mental health. We talk about everything from the lived experiences of people with mental ill-health and the impacts of current events on our mental wellness.
Join the tweetchat by using the hashtag #UsapTayo on Twitter or check out the topics we’ve explored in the past through the archives below!
Pakikipagkapwa sa Ika-21 Siglo
Author: Julia Mae Estiandan Editor: Tobey Calayo Graphics: Tobey Calayo Moderator: Tobey Calayo Sa parehong konsepto ng Filipino at sa Sikolohiyang Pilipino, ang pakikipagkapwa ay isang pangunahing pagpapahalaga na kumikilala sa pagkakaroon ng iisang panloob na pagkatao at pagkakakilanlan kasama ang iba, pati na rin ang pagkakaugnay-ugnay ng mga
Mental Health Heroes: Stories of Courage and Compassion
When we talk about mental health, we often focus on the struggles and challenges people face. But just as important are the heroes—individuals and communities who show resilience, extend support, and spark change. These mental health heroes remind us that healing and hope are possible when we take action for
Youth and Mental Health
We mark International Youth Day each August 12 as a reminder that young people are not only the future — they are active agents today who shape communities, policies, and public health priorities. This year’s United Nations theme, “Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond,” is an invitation to
Bonds Across Borders, Transcending Time and Distance
July 30, 2025 Writer: Christopher Jan Dumaguin Researcher: Christopher Jan Dumaguin Enduring Power of Friendship Have you ever reconnected with an old friend after years apart and felt as though no time had passed? That is the magic of friendship. Even in silence or distance, the bond endures. It
Rainy Season Self-Care Routines: Wellness Amid the Downpour
20 Jult 2025 As the clouds darken and the rains begin to fall, the world around us shifts—temperatures drop, streets shimmer with puddles, and the air takes on a damp chill. While the rainy season brings a refreshing respite from summer heat and the soothing sound of raindrops can
Mid-Year Mental Reset: Reclaiming Your Mind and Goals in July
10 July 2025 As July ushers in the midpoint of the year, it offers a natural pause—a symbolic checkpoint between the start and end of a 12-month journey. While January is often seen as the time to set resolutions and reset routines, the middle of the year can be
The invisible baggage: Silent struggle of Dads
20 June 2025 Writer: Jossa Corpuz Masculinity is a standard shaped by society—one that often dictates how men should show up in the world. Men are expected to lead, provide, protect, and perform. They’re taught that strength means silence. That their value lies in their ability to endure. In
Combating an Unhealthy and Toxic Workplace Environment
May 30, 2025 Writer: Christopher Jan Dumaguin Researcher: Christopher Jan Dumaguin TIME’S UP! Nowadays, lots of working people experience and encounter abusive supervisors and bullies at their workplaces. Some management makes fun of, threatens, and creates disparaging comments about employees, which can cause their job dissatisfaction, dysfunction, and unproductivity
