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Mi Vida

A young woman who is overwhelmed in her home life finds support and hope through the resources of SaMente.

Hidden Hurt

A letter to a best friend offering help, illustrates recognizing the signs of suicide and encourages reaching out.

Saving a Friend

Breaking through a “wall” in this young persons life, involved leaning on friends for support and a sense of community.

The Music in Me

“Don’t ever forget that what you love is part of who you are.” The onset of the pandemic causes a young person to lose enthusiasm for what she loves the most, but her sister helps her find the music.

A Mile in thier Shoes

This filmmaker advises the audience to not judge others until you’ve “walked a mile in their shoes.”

I Am Not Alone

A young woman battles the “monster” of her thoughts by reaching out for help.

Shoes to Fill

Using splitscreen editing, this film illustrates some possible signs of suicide in contrast to more healthy behavior.

The Way it Was

“When tasked with recalling their childhoods, two teegers struggle to see the value in the future. With working together, overcoming adversity, and starting meaningful conversations, they find what ‘hope’ is to them.”

Keep Swimming

“This film is meant to capture an experience and feeling shared by many when transitioning back to a normal schedule. Change is uncomfortable, even if it’s for the better.”

A New Hope

This film that shares the experiences of students returning to school during the COVID-19 pandemic.