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Join today<\/a><\/p>\n \n Already a member? The Prince of Wales<\/a> has marked World Mental Health Day<\/a> by encouraging people to reach out to their loved ones, saying \u201cone conversation can change everything\u201d.<\/p>\n In a post on X, signed off as \u201cW\u201d, he wrote: \u201cEvery day in the UK<\/a>, around 20 people die by suicide.<\/p>\n \u201cBehind every number is a person, a family and people who love them.<\/p>\n \u201cIf you\u2019re worried about someone, reach out.<\/p>\n \u201cAsk how they\u2019re really doing. Listen. Let them know they\u2019re not alone.<\/p>\n \u201cOne conversation can change everything.\u201d<\/p>\n In an interview with the Daily Express, William said: \u201cWe do not always know what someone is carrying beneath the surface.<\/p>\n \u201cTaking the time to check in, to listen, and to show kindness can make more of a difference than we often realise.<\/p>\n \u201cSometimes, a simple conversation is where hope begins.<\/p>\n \u201cThe moments that often matter most are the simplest ones: checking in on someone, listening without judgment, and reminding them that they are not alone. Small acts of kindness can have an extraordinary impact.\u201d<\/p>\n The prince’s comments form part of his wider work on mental health, including the launch of a National Suicide Prevention Network through his Royal Foundation.<\/p>\n In September, William called for suicide prevention to be part of the sporting world’s \u201cgame plan\u201d. He urged clubs, competitors and fans to help \u201csave lives\u201d.<\/p>\n Joined by his wife Kate, the prince launched the On Your Side toolkit, which provides practical advice on supporting people at risk of suicide in sporting environments.<\/p>\n The toolkit offers advice on spotting warning signs, starting a conversation with someone suspected of having mental health issues, asking direct questions like \u201care you thinking about suicide?\u201d, and signposting them to further support.<\/p>\n It also challenges the \u201cmyth\u201d that talking about suicide encourages it, stating: \u201cIn fact, it opens up a conversation that can help someone feel heard, less alone, and more willing to seek support.\u201d<\/p>\n Speaking on World Suicide Prevention Day earlier this year, William said: \u201cPrevention works when responsibility is shared. When people have the confidence to act and when organisations provide the tools, knowledge and culture that make those actions possible.<\/p>\n \u201cThat is what today is about.<\/p>\n \u201cGiving people the confidence to step forward, giving organisations a practical way to make a difference, and bringing the sporting community together behind a shared purpose.\u201d<\/p>\n If you are experiencing feelings of distress, or are struggling to cope, you can speak to the Samaritans, in confidence, on 116 123 (UK and ROI) or visit the Samaritans<\/a> website to find details of your nearest branch.<\/p>\n If you are based in the USA, and you or someone you know needs mental health assistance right now, call or text 988, or visit 988lifeline.org<\/a> to access online chat from the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. This is a free, confidential crisis hotline that is available to everyone 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 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