24/12/2024
And that wraps it up (did you see what I did there😉) for our pre-Christmas posts! We'll be back with some more Top Tens on Boxing Day, so keep your eye out for those. Now, an important message. The holiday season is a time of excitement, gifts, and good cheer. But for a lot of people, this time of year also brings deep sadness, loneliness, and worry. Whether it's homelessness, mental health struggles, financial burdens, bereavement, or uncertainty about the future, not everyone will be feeling OK right now. So, check in on your friends. Send them a message for no reason apart from to tell them they are loved, and needed. And if you're struggling at this time of year, please reach out to anyone you feel comfortable with. You are not a burden, and they want to help you. In case you need them, here are some useful numbers (for people in the UK):
The Samaritans - 116 123
CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) - 0800 58 58 58
Cruse Bereavement Support - 0808 808 1677
LGBT Foundation - 0345 3 30 30 30
Men's Advice Line - 0808 801 0327
MoneyHelper - 0800 138 7777
National Domestic Abuse Helpline - 0808 2000 247
Shout - 85258 (text SHOUT)
The Trussell Trust - 0808 208 2138
But for now, wherever you are, and whatever you're doing, myself and team Ever Metal wish you a peaceful and, of course, METAL Christmas. xx🤘🤘xx