30 years ago, I wrote a folk album at the height of grunge. The post-grunge movement was just beginning, with artists like Boyz II Men, Madonna’s Take a Bow, and TLC… I had risked everything to make the album. I turned down a million-dollar advance because I knew it would put a bounty on my head if I didn’t sell enough albums to repay it. I wanted artistic freedom, so I bought it by refusing the record label’s money. And then I went on to fail. A lot. I could write a book about the rejections and the “shock jocks” who asked me, “How can you give a bj with those teeth?” I walked out of stations, told people to f off, and my label just shook their heads because I refused to eat 💩 The album failed for so long that I started making a second one. In the middle of recording, Bob Dylan asked me to tour with him. So I told the band I’d be back in the studio soon and went on the road with Bob. He believed in me. He watched my shows. He went over my lyrics with me. He invited me to sing with him. He told me to keep going with Pieces of You. So I did. Then Neil Young took me out on tour. He believed in me. He told me to keep going. So I did. And slowly, things began to take off. You guys connected with the music. You called radio stations for me and created a groundswell online. My fans and I are credited as being one of the first acts to harness the internet to break an album, forcing mainstream radio to pay attention. That little album—5,500 words—changed the course of my life forever. Thank you all.
30 years ago, I wrote a folk album at the height of grunge. The post-grunge movement was just beginning, with artists like Boyz II Men, Madonna’s Take a Bow, and TLC… I had risked everything to make the album. I turned down a million-dollar advance because I knew it would put a bounty on my head if I didn’t sell enough albums to repay it. I wanted artistic freedom, so I bought it by refusing the record label’s money. And then I went on to fail. A lot. I could write a book about the rejections and the “shock jocks” who asked me, “How can you give a bj with those teeth?” I walked out of stations, told people to f off, and my label just shook their heads because I refused to eat 💩 The album failed for so long that I started making a second one. In the middle of recording, Bob Dylan asked me to tour with him. So I told the band I’d be back in the studio soon and went on the road with Bob. He believed in me. He watched my shows. He went over my lyrics with me. He invited me to sing with him. He told me to keep going with Pieces of You. So I did. Then Neil Young took me out on tour. He believed in me. He told me to keep going. So I did. And slowly, things began to take off. You guys connected with the music. You called radio stations for me and created a groundswell online. My fans and I are credited as being one of the first acts to harness the internet to break an album, forcing mainstream radio to pay attention. That little album—5,500 words—changed the course of my life forever. Thank you all.
We need people from all walks of life joining together to advocate for mental health and other critical issues, so we can find a way forward together Please be kind to one another in the comments I love you all
Thank you to everyone who came together to support @inspiringchildren at this unforgettable event presented by @VillaBibbiani. Your generosity means so much, and a special thank you to @rapier.george for his incredible support and dedication to mental health. Together, we’re creating hope and making a real difference. ❤️
Thank you to everyone who came together to support @inspiringchildren at this unforgettable event presented by @VillaBibbiani. Your generosity means so much, and a special thank you to @rapier.george for his incredible support and dedication to mental health. Together, we’re creating hope and making a real difference. ❤️
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As you know, I am passionate about medical and mental health reform. I am so impressed by the medical school Alice L. Walton is founding to drive disruption and reform in the field. It was an honor to be on a panel with @ariannahuff, @henrytimms, and Maya Yiadom to discuss mental health and the role of AI in wellness. A heartfelt thank you to @awsom_med and @stanford.med for hosting this incredible event!
As you know, I am passionate about medical and mental health reform. I am so impressed by the medical school Alice L. Walton is founding to drive disruption and reform in the field. It was an honor to be on a panel with @ariannahuff, @henrytimms, and Maya Yiadom to discuss mental health and the role of AI in wellness. A heartfelt thank you to @awsom_med and @stanford.med for hosting this incredible event!
As you know, I am passionate about medical and mental health reform. I am so impressed by the medical school Alice L. Walton is founding to drive disruption and reform in the field. It was an honor to be on a panel with @ariannahuff, @henrytimms, and Maya Yiadom to discuss mental health and the role of AI in wellness. A heartfelt thank you to @awsom_med and @stanford.med for hosting this incredible event!
As you know, I am passionate about medical and mental health reform. I am so impressed by the medical school Alice L. Walton is founding to drive disruption and reform in the field. It was an honor to be on a panel with @ariannahuff, @henrytimms, and Maya Yiadom to discuss mental health and the role of AI in wellness. A heartfelt thank you to @awsom_med and @stanford.med for hosting this incredible event!
As you know, I am passionate about medical and mental health reform. I am so impressed by the medical school Alice L. Walton is founding to drive disruption and reform in the field. It was an honor to be on a panel with @ariannahuff, @henrytimms, and Maya Yiadom to discuss mental health and the role of AI in wellness. A heartfelt thank you to @awsom_med and @stanford.med for hosting this incredible event!
As you know, I am passionate about medical and mental health reform. I am so impressed by the medical school Alice L. Walton is founding to drive disruption and reform in the field. It was an honor to be on a panel with @ariannahuff, @henrytimms, and Maya Yiadom to discuss mental health and the role of AI in wellness. A heartfelt thank you to @awsom_med and @stanford.med for hosting this incredible event!
2024 was an incredible year for @inspiringchildren and the #NotAloneChallenge! 💙 From empowering young minds to advocating for mental health, we’ve seen lives changed and a community come together in the most beautiful way. Thank you to everyone who supported our mission—here’s to making an even bigger impact in 2025!
Talking about mental health starts with a conversation 💬. 🗣️ That’s why we teamed up with @InspiringChildren this #StudentMentalHealthWeek to create conversation cards, a simple and meaningful way to connect with friends and family. These prompts help spark open, honest discussions about mental health and well-being. 🧡 Swipe through, save this to use later, or send it to a friend who could use a check-in. Want your own set? Download them from Chegg.org and print them to use anytime! #SMHW2025 #MentalHealthMatters #StartTheConversation #YouAreNotAlone #InItTogether
Talking about mental health starts with a conversation 💬. 🗣️ That’s why we teamed up with @InspiringChildren this #StudentMentalHealthWeek to create conversation cards, a simple and meaningful way to connect with friends and family. These prompts help spark open, honest discussions about mental health and well-being. 🧡 Swipe through, save this to use later, or send it to a friend who could use a check-in. Want your own set? Download them from Chegg.org and print them to use anytime! #SMHW2025 #MentalHealthMatters #StartTheConversation #YouAreNotAlone #InItTogether
Talking about mental health starts with a conversation 💬. 🗣️ That’s why we teamed up with @InspiringChildren this #StudentMentalHealthWeek to create conversation cards, a simple and meaningful way to connect with friends and family. These prompts help spark open, honest discussions about mental health and well-being. 🧡 Swipe through, save this to use later, or send it to a friend who could use a check-in. Want your own set? Download them from Chegg.org and print them to use anytime! #SMHW2025 #MentalHealthMatters #StartTheConversation #YouAreNotAlone #InItTogether
Talking about mental health starts with a conversation 💬. 🗣️ That’s why we teamed up with @InspiringChildren this #StudentMentalHealthWeek to create conversation cards, a simple and meaningful way to connect with friends and family. These prompts help spark open, honest discussions about mental health and well-being. 🧡 Swipe through, save this to use later, or send it to a friend who could use a check-in. Want your own set? Download them from Chegg.org and print them to use anytime! #SMHW2025 #MentalHealthMatters #StartTheConversation #YouAreNotAlone #InItTogether
Talking about mental health starts with a conversation 💬. 🗣️ That’s why we teamed up with @InspiringChildren this #StudentMentalHealthWeek to create conversation cards, a simple and meaningful way to connect with friends and family. These prompts help spark open, honest discussions about mental health and well-being. 🧡 Swipe through, save this to use later, or send it to a friend who could use a check-in. Want your own set? Download them from Chegg.org and print them to use anytime! #SMHW2025 #MentalHealthMatters #StartTheConversation #YouAreNotAlone #InItTogether
Talking about mental health starts with a conversation 💬. 🗣️ That’s why we teamed up with @InspiringChildren this #StudentMentalHealthWeek to create conversation cards, a simple and meaningful way to connect with friends and family. These prompts help spark open, honest discussions about mental health and well-being. 🧡 Swipe through, save this to use later, or send it to a friend who could use a check-in. Want your own set? Download them from Chegg.org and print them to use anytime! #SMHW2025 #MentalHealthMatters #StartTheConversation #YouAreNotAlone #InItTogether
Talking about mental health starts with a conversation 💬. 🗣️ That’s why we teamed up with @InspiringChildren this #StudentMentalHealthWeek to create conversation cards, a simple and meaningful way to connect with friends and family. These prompts help spark open, honest discussions about mental health and well-being. 🧡 Swipe through, save this to use later, or send it to a friend who could use a check-in. Want your own set? Download them from Chegg.org and print them to use anytime! #SMHW2025 #MentalHealthMatters #StartTheConversation #YouAreNotAlone #InItTogether
Talking about mental health starts with a conversation 💬. 🗣️ That’s why we teamed up with @InspiringChildren this #StudentMentalHealthWeek to create conversation cards, a simple and meaningful way to connect with friends and family. These prompts help spark open, honest discussions about mental health and well-being. 🧡 Swipe through, save this to use later, or send it to a friend who could use a check-in. Want your own set? Download them from Chegg.org and print them to use anytime! #SMHW2025 #MentalHealthMatters #StartTheConversation #YouAreNotAlone #InItTogether
Talking about mental health starts with a conversation 💬. 🗣️ That’s why we teamed up with @InspiringChildren this #StudentMentalHealthWeek to create conversation cards, a simple and meaningful way to connect with friends and family. These prompts help spark open, honest discussions about mental health and well-being. 🧡 Swipe through, save this to use later, or send it to a friend who could use a check-in. Want your own set? Download them from Chegg.org and print them to use anytime! #SMHW2025 #MentalHealthMatters #StartTheConversation #YouAreNotAlone #InItTogether
Talking about mental health starts with a conversation 💬. 🗣️ That’s why we teamed up with @InspiringChildren this #StudentMentalHealthWeek to create conversation cards, a simple and meaningful way to connect with friends and family. These prompts help spark open, honest discussions about mental health and well-being. 🧡 Swipe through, save this to use later, or send it to a friend who could use a check-in. Want your own set? Download them from Chegg.org and print them to use anytime! #SMHW2025 #MentalHealthMatters #StartTheConversation #YouAreNotAlone #InItTogether
Talking about mental health starts with a conversation 💬. 🗣️ That’s why we teamed up with @InspiringChildren this #StudentMentalHealthWeek to create conversation cards, a simple and meaningful way to connect with friends and family. These prompts help spark open, honest discussions about mental health and well-being. 🧡 Swipe through, save this to use later, or send it to a friend who could use a check-in. Want your own set? Download them from Chegg.org and print them to use anytime! #SMHW2025 #MentalHealthMatters #StartTheConversation #YouAreNotAlone #InItTogether
