Hold on.
In our darkest moments, we don’t need advice.
What we truly need is the power of human connection: a quiet presence, a gentle touch, or the smallest gesture that reminds us we’re not alone. These acts of love and solidarity become the anchors that hold us steady when life feels overwhelming.
Pain is a deeply personal burden, and difficulties are uniquely ours to face—but your silent presence tells me I don’t have to face them in isolation. It’s a quiet reminder that, no matter how lost I feel, I am still worthy of love and connection.
Sometimes, words aren’t necessary; your silent support speaks louder than anything else. Human connection has the power to help us rediscover ourselves, even when we’ve forgotten who we are.
Never forget the importance of simply being there for one another.
Movement I - Florence & the Machine "Shake It Out" - Florence Welch and Paul Epworth wrote the song in 2010. The song was written from the desire to overcome regrets and anxieties. Some key lyrics from that song that resonate with us include:
“It's Hard to Dance With the Devil on Your Back"
“It's Always Darkest Before the Dawn"
Movement II - REM "Everybody Hurts" - Bill Berry (the drummer for REM) wrote this song in 1992. His intent was to write a song that would reach out to people who felt that they had no hope. Sometimes when people suffer from depression or anxiety, they allow themselves to suffer in solitude and silence. During this movement, you are encouraged to stand and shine your cell phone lights if you, a family member, or loved one has ever struggled with depression, mental health circumstances, or grieving for a loved one. Let your lights show that no one is truly alone in their struggles if they are willing to ask for help. Sometimes the answer you need may be right in front of you.
Movement III - Coldplay "Fix You" - Coldplay singer, Chris Martin, wrote this song in 2004 to comfort his then wife, Gwyneth Paltrow, after her father's passing. We invite you to join us in song at the close of the movement on the final lyrics that provide a sense of Hope for the future:
"Lights Will Guide You Home
And Ignite Your Bones
And I Will Try to Fix You"
Our drum majors will turn and invite you to sing at the appropriate time.
We thank you for the opportunity to share our artistic
message of hope with you.
Below are further resources to share with anyone that may benefit from knowing that they are not alone.
It does not take much to help one another to "Hold On."
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 911.
Additional mental health resources:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988
Maricopa County Crisis Hotline: (602)-222-9444
Teen Lifeline: (602)-248-8336
Crisis Text Line: Text HELLO to 741741
The Trevor Project (LGBTQIA+): (866)-488-7386
Mental Health and Prevention Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Teen to Teen text “988”
Available 24/7 from anywhere in the USA
https://988lifeline.org/
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-8255 (TALK)
(Or text “START” to 741-741)
For confidential support 24/7 visit Crisis Chat webpage, or text the Crisis Text Line for more information
The Trevor Project
1-866-488-7386
(Or text “TREVOR” to 1-202-304-1200)
Create a safe, and accepting environment for youth who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and/or Questioning (LGBTQ+) (available 24/7)
The Trans Lifeline
Hotline supports Trans people in crisis by providing services within the trans community (available 24/7)
The Hope Institute
Provides short-term outpatient care (6-12 weeks) -includes individual counseling, group counseling, and intensive outpatient options.
1845 E Queen Creek Rd
Gilbert,AZ 85297
480.770.1773
The Pathway Program
Individual Substance Abuse counseling for teens. A 6–12-week substance use treatment outpatient program for ages 13-17- meets four hours a day Monday-Friday- Parent support group once a week. Offers a 45-day residential substance abuse treatment program for ages 13-17. 4820 S. Mill Ave. STE 101, Tempe, AZ 85282 ---- 877-921-4050 https://thepathwayprogram.com/
Adolescent Substance Abuse Program (ASAP)
Offers a 10-week Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)- Group Therapy 3 nights per week. Parent Support once a week. 2530 S. Alma School Rd, in Mesa ---602-434-0249 https://www.asapaz.com/
Arizona FullCircle Program
Physical Address: 325 E Elliot Rd Unit 29., Chandler, AZ 85225
Mailing Address: 1955 W Baseline Rd Ste 113-431, Mesa, AZ 85202 (for donations)
Phone: (480) 620-7995
Hours: Mon – Fri: 11am to 5pm