RELEASING 24TH JANUARY DUE TO FAMILY SICKNESS
AND A DAMAGED SAVE FILE.
BE PART OF THIS PROJECT - #IWISHDOC
The I Wish Challenge... #IWISHDOC
Take part in my version of the original I WISH challenge, set by Tom when he produced his music video. I want to pay tribute to this, and ask you all to be part of this project with me. If you have been affected by mental health or suicide, tell me what you wish for by writing it down and showing the camera. You may choose to do two versions, one where you hold it up and look at the camera and another where you hold it up and say what you wish for.
Once you create your videos, upload them to YouTube as public or unlisted posts and send the links to me using the contact page or direct email - [email protected] and put #IWISHDOC ENTRY in the subject line.
ALL ENTRIES MUST BE IN BY DECEMBER 18th
Take part in my version of the original I WISH challenge, set by Tom when he produced his music video. I want to pay tribute to this, and ask you all to be part of this project with me. If you have been affected by mental health or suicide, tell me what you wish for by writing it down and showing the camera. You may choose to do two versions, one where you hold it up and look at the camera and another where you hold it up and say what you wish for.
Once you create your videos, upload them to YouTube as public or unlisted posts and send the links to me using the contact page or direct email - [email protected] and put #IWISHDOC ENTRY in the subject line.
ALL ENTRIES MUST BE IN BY DECEMBER 18th
Tom Macdonald's original I Wish challenge
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This Is My Story. For the first time I am making a film that focuses on me and the events that lead up to me losing everything. For years I ignored the warning signs of my mental health, all the trauma and events that took place in my life that contributed to me having a breakdown and a life full of terrible choices. Men seem to carry the stigma of mental health and asking for help with them, and in Scotland, the number one killer of men over 40 is suicide. This all happened 2 days after my 40th birthday. |
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Inspired by the lyrics of various tracks by Nova Rockafeller and Tom MacDonald.... The music that helped me through some of the darkest days of my life was created by these two independent artists, Nova and Tom. Thank You to you both. Subscribe to the I WISH Documentary Here Subscribe to Nova Rockafeller Here Subscribe to Tom MacDonald Here |
Dear Tom & Nova,
I know we have never met and TBH I am new to your fandom ranks. I need you both to understand the impact you have had on me and so many other people. I know you both have struggled with your own demons, but your words are heard and felt around the world. I know you must get thousands of messages so I am putting mine here in hope you will somehow see it.
It is strange how music connects us and someone we have never met singing about something that may not even be true, can make us feel less alone. The feeling of loneliness and worthlessness is like a virus that festers and damages us like rust. An endless pit of dispair, with no way out. Feeling this as I lay on a bed in a spare room at my mums house, I question if there was even a point any more - and why not take control, why not? - why not choose to just leave and end the empty.
These where dark days, and then a friend told me about Tom Macdonald. I thought - "I like an angry white boi rapper " and I was hooked. That led me to Nova, and your music pulled my mind from a pit of despair. It took months but songs like I Wish; Hey You; Don't Look Down; Did Your Best; No Good Bastards (Shout out to Brandon Hart, also follow him here) and Gang Gang make the soundtrack to salvation for me.
So from me to you both, Thank you. Never give up! Tom, embrace the fame ffs, and Nova you are literally the foundation that holds Thomas's world together - if you are both reading this look at Tom, he will confirm my theory.
Keep loving each other, and never ever take today, or each other for granted.
Rocco
It is strange how music connects us and someone we have never met singing about something that may not even be true, can make us feel less alone. The feeling of loneliness and worthlessness is like a virus that festers and damages us like rust. An endless pit of dispair, with no way out. Feeling this as I lay on a bed in a spare room at my mums house, I question if there was even a point any more - and why not take control, why not? - why not choose to just leave and end the empty.
These where dark days, and then a friend told me about Tom Macdonald. I thought - "I like an angry white boi rapper " and I was hooked. That led me to Nova, and your music pulled my mind from a pit of despair. It took months but songs like I Wish; Hey You; Don't Look Down; Did Your Best; No Good Bastards (Shout out to Brandon Hart, also follow him here) and Gang Gang make the soundtrack to salvation for me.
So from me to you both, Thank you. Never give up! Tom, embrace the fame ffs, and Nova you are literally the foundation that holds Thomas's world together - if you are both reading this look at Tom, he will confirm my theory.
Keep loving each other, and never ever take today, or each other for granted.
Rocco
DECEMBER 24TH 2021
Why I Am Sharing My Story.
I want to share my story for a few reasons, but the main one is that I am not special. Far from it - so there are going to be more men like me. Men who felt the way I did. Men who need to hear "you are not alone". It is simple really, trying to turn the worst moment of my life, into positive impact on the world.
Music, Art & Expression - Mr Quin
During this period in my life I needed a way to express my self how I felt and just keep my hands and mind busy some days. Before I really found nova & Tom's music I was editing little music remix to express my feelings - again sounds silly but it really help me keep my mind busy. I expressed pain, love, sadness, self hate, self pity and rage through this project. Anyone who knows DC lore will know the reality of the Joker & Harley Quinn, the tragedy of that was relatable during periods of self pity and reflection, fueled by a love lost and anger.
This was when Mr Quin emerged as I expressed this pain and self hate. After I had finished Mix Tape A I started Mix Tape B and that is the point I found Nova and Toms music and started to get the help I needed. I do plan on finishing Mix Tape B - I want them to show the chaos and pain and then the healing.
This was when Mr Quin emerged as I expressed this pain and self hate. After I had finished Mix Tape A I started Mix Tape B and that is the point I found Nova and Toms music and started to get the help I needed. I do plan on finishing Mix Tape B - I want them to show the chaos and pain and then the healing.
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Mix Tape A
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Mix Tape A - Original Tracks
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Mix Tape B
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Mix Tape B - Hey You
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Advice & Suicide Prevention.
There are many factors that make men more vulnerable to suicide. Men are often under pressure to appear strong and not show signs of weakness. This means they are less likely to talk about any issues they are facing or seek help when they are struggling with their mental health. Sometimes pride comes into the equation and men may think they can handle their issues on their own or worry about being a burden to others. Men are also more likely to respond to stress with risky behavior such as abusing alcohol which increases the risk of suicide by up to eight times.
A relationship breakdown has a bigger impact on a man’s suicide risk, than a woman’s – divorced men are three times more likely to commit suicide than their married peers, whereas divorced women show no increased risk.
Warning signs to look out for in your friends, family or co-workers include:
UK Suicide Prevention & Help
If you’re struggling with your mental health then you can reach out to us via our helpline on 08081 311 333 or online chat from Monday to Friday 8am – 8pm.
For International Suicide Prevention Helplines - CLICK HERE.
If you’re worried about suicide you can call the Samaritans free, at any time on 116 123 and if a life is in immediate danger call 999.
Source Ben
A relationship breakdown has a bigger impact on a man’s suicide risk, than a woman’s – divorced men are three times more likely to commit suicide than their married peers, whereas divorced women show no increased risk.
Warning signs to look out for in your friends, family or co-workers include:
- Talking about wanting to die
- Withdrawing or feeling isolated
- Talking about being a burden to others
- Experiencing extreme mood swings
- Drug or alcohol misuse
- Feelings of anger, hopelessness or disconnection
- Giving away possessions
- Giving up previously loved activities
- Writing goodbye letters.
UK Suicide Prevention & Help
If you’re struggling with your mental health then you can reach out to us via our helpline on 08081 311 333 or online chat from Monday to Friday 8am – 8pm.
For International Suicide Prevention Helplines - CLICK HERE.
If you’re worried about suicide you can call the Samaritans free, at any time on 116 123 and if a life is in immediate danger call 999.
Source Ben
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