CHAPTER 180

In the days that followed the event, the community buzzed with excitement. Philip, Jessica, and Greg were hailed as local heroes, and the conversations ignited by the mental health awareness event continued to flourish. People reached out to the trio, sharing their experiences and expressing gratitude for creating a safe space to discuss mental health.

Philip found himself receiving numerous messages on social media, each one a testament to the impact of their work. He felt both honored and overwhelmed by the outpouring of support. It was gratifying to know they had touched lives, but he also understood the weight of responsibility that came with it.

One afternoon, as Philip sat in his favorite café, reviewing feedback from the event, he noticed a young woman sitting alone at a nearby table. She looked lost in thought, her gaze distant. Something about her struck a chord within him. Philip had been in her position once—uncertain, overwhelmed, and searching for clarity.

He decided to a