Steamboat Pilot: Mental Health Minute: A Week of Solidarity
In the ’90s, my high school invited speakers who were making an impact in their communities to share their stories with students. Today, they continue this tradition, calling it “Solidarity Week.” Back then, we had a wide variety of speakers. The coroner would shock us with graphic slideshows to discourage drunk driving. A paraplegic wrestler would inspire us with his determination and success. And believe it or not, a pimp-turned-preacher took the stage to share his story of personal redemption. I still wonder what it must have been like when the leaders at this Jesuit institution decided to invite someone...
