We Share How Merch And Publishing Fuel Mental Health Support For Millions | Episode 382
Voices for Voices is growing fast, and today we dig into how that growth fuels real mental health support. The heart of the show is gratitude for a global audience spanning countries and cities, whose listens, likes, and shares make each new step possible. We talk about the surge in TikTok Lives and cross‑platform streams that let us connect with people where they already spend time. That energy powers a bigger goal: to reach at least three billion people over Justin’s lifetime and beyond. Ambitious, yes, but anchored in daily actions—clear calls to subscribe, share, and stand with those who need hope.
A major thread is publishing. We highlight four titles that bring our mission to life. The House of You: Workforce Preparation is a practical guide for career transitions and early‑career momentum, built on real tools for resumes, interviews, and workplace confidence. Prescription for Living is Justin’s mental health journey, focused on honesty, coping, therapy, and the belief that strength shows when you ask for help. Both books ship signed and personalized when purchased through our TikTok shop, a simple gesture that turns a sale into a direct connection. Alongside them are two stories from David Solomon: The Atalan comic book, his first comic, with dynamic art by Cooper Saunders, and The Young Siren Born, a chapter book for readers eight and up that blends imagination with heart.
Transparency matters. We explain exactly how purchases support the mission. When you buy through VoicesForVoices.org or our TikTok shop, the nonprofit processes the sale, making your support part of our 501(c)(3) effort. When books move through retailers like Amazon, Walmart, Barnes & Noble, or IngramSpark, they’re handled by The House of You, a separate for‑profit entity. This clarity helps donors and buyers choose the path that matches their intentions, whether they want autographed copies tied to our nonprofit or prefer the scale and convenience of big retail platforms. Either way, the work continues, and the outcome is more resources for people navigating mental health challenges.
Merch has a story, too. The embroidered Voices for Voices beanie started as a one‑off item Justin literally gave off his head to someone who asked. That moment sparked a full rollout: a stitched, high‑quality beanie available in multiple colors, with a clean logo and a snug, breathable fit. The point isn’t just style; it’s a practical piece that keeps you warm while signaling shared purpose. Each purchase helps fund mental health support, and the shop makes it simple to choose colors, set quantities, and check out. We’re expanding options, including a purple beanie to reflect our signature palette, and exploring future limited runs that let supporters wear their impact.
Community is the glue for all of this. We encourage listeners to follow across channels—TikTok, Instagram, X, Threads, Facebook, YouTube, and Rumble—so conversations don’t end when the episode does. We also spotlight Mythical Creatures Around the World, a fast‑growing Facebook group led by David Solomon that feeds creative projects and builds a space for wonder and storytelling. Behind the growth are simple habits: subscribe, share, and invite a friend. We’re realistic about negativity online and keep moderating to protect the space. The aim is unity over division, a daily practice of compassion, and steady reminders that therapy is strength and life is worth living.
We close with the why: helping people step back from the ledge, feel seen, and find a next step. Small actions—buying a book, picking a beanie, leaving a review, sharing a link—stack up into resources, care, and community. Our goal is huge, but it’s pursued through consistency: hundreds of episodes, frequent live streams, and publishing that meets readers where they are. If you’re new, welcome. If you’ve been with us, thank you. Keep the momentum going by subscribing, sharing, and choosing the path—donation, purchase, or post—that feels right. Your effort today becomes someone else’s lifeline tomorrow.
Chapter Markers
0:00 Welcome And Global Mission
1:12 Live Streams And Audience Growth
3:09 Four Books In The Voices for Voices TikTok Shop
9:25 Nonprofit Vs For‑Profit Transparency
11:26 Social Platforms And Subscribes
14:39 The Beanie Story Begins
18:20 How To Buy The Embroidered Beanie
21:15 Colors, Pricing, And Details
26:45 Donations And Tax Deductibility
28:45 Expanding Publishing And Creative Partners
33:00 Share, Subscribe, And Holiday Gifting
36:40 Mythical Creatures Community
40:00 Big Goals, Unity, And Hope
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