Elmo. As a therapist.
We certainly didn't have that on our 2024 BINGO card.
Elmo, the much-loved Sesame Street character, unintentionally became a therapist when he asked his social media followers how they felt. This simple question prompted an enormous response, with thousands of people sharing their emotional struggles and emphasizing the collective need for coping mechanisms in the midst of life's chaos.
The response was so overwhelming that the Sesame Street account had to provide mental health resources to assist those who were struggling with emotional issues.
Elmo's recent social media post is a poignant reminder of the importance of mental health and a call to action to check in on loved ones and colleagues. Inspired by Elmo's unexpected role, we've compiled some of our favorite ways to feel better instantly.