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          In all my time here I have never tried to write a blog as long as this but this is one I think needs to be told.
 In 1995 a well known Australian, Barry Larkin was just one of the many people who were battling and coping with mental illness.
In 2009 his son Gavin decided to start up a campaign in recognition of all those suffering from ANY type of mental illness.
His idea was simple enough,  for EVERYONE to simply go around and in their normal conversations ALWAYS begin with the words
" Are You OK"          R U O K     This includes to  family, friends , neighbours, school friends ( both face to face and online but in person is much more rewarding although that might not always be possible)
In Australia, the campaign has been going since 2009,   very popular,  and it is very rewarding ( believe me). You might just be saving another person's life.
 
NO PERSON is too young or too old to be asked,    R U O K      How will YOU start YOUR next conversation?