In this edition of 'Behind the Song', Jann Arden discusses her song 'Where No One Knows Me," off her self-titled 2005 album, as requested by our friend and listener Matthew from Hamilton.

Jann speaks about the song in how it explores personal identity, the creative process behind this song, and the song's relevance over time, especially after personal re-invention.

Chapters:

(00:00) Introduction to Behind the Song

(02:25) Exploring the Song's Themes

(09:06) Identity and Personal Growth

(12:28) The Creative Process Behind the Song

(14:21) The Song's Relevance Over Time

(15:12) Reflections on Self-Identity

(16:28) Advice for Navigating Identity

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RESOURCES:

If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. Whether you're looking for mental health support, LGBTQ2S+ resources, or someone to talk to, the organizations below offer free and confidential services. If you're in immediate danger or believe someone else is, call 911 right away.

🇨🇦 Canada

Immediate Crisis Support

988 Suicide Crisis Helpline

Call or text: 988
Available 24/7
Free, confidential support for anyone experiencing emotional distress or thoughts of suicide. (9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline)

Kids Help Phone

For children, teens, and young adults
Call: 1-800-668-6868
Text: CONNECT to 686868
24/7 counselling and mental health support. (Find A Helpline)

Hope for Wellness Helpline

For First Nations and Inuit peoples
Call: 1-855-242-3310
Available 24/7 by phone and online chat. (Find A Helpline)

🇨🇦 LGBTQ2S+ Support

LGBT YouthLine (Ontario)

Peer support by and for 2SLGBTQ+ youth (29 and under)
Phone, text and chat
Not a crisis line, but excellent for support, coming out, identity, relationships and referrals. (YouthLine -)

Trans Lifeline (Canada)

Call: 1-877-330-6366
Peer support run by trans people for trans and questioning people. (CAMH)

It Gets Better Canada

Resources for LGBTQ+ youth, allies, educators and families
Mental health resources and community supports across Canada. (It Gets Better Canada)

Rainbow Health Ontario

Directory of affirming healthcare providers and LGBTQ2S+ support resources throughout Ontario. (Rainbow Health Ontario)

🇺🇸 United States

Immediate Crisis Support

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text: 988
Available 24/7 for anyone in crisis.

LGBTQ+ Support

The Trevor Project

24/7 phone, text and online chat
Crisis intervention specifically for LGBTQ+ young people
Confidential and free. (The Trevor Project)

Trans Lifeline (U.S.)

Call: 1-877-565-8860
Peer support operated by trans people for trans people. (PFLAG)

LGBT National Help Center

Offers:

Find A Helpline

SAGE LGBT Elder Hotline

Dedicated support for LGBTQ+ older adults and caregivers
Available 24/7. (NASW)

Community & Education Resources (Canada & U.S.)

PFLAG – Support for LGBTQ+ people, parents, families and allies.
GLSEN – Safer and more inclusive schools.
It Gets Better Project – Stories, education and resources for LGBTQ+ youth.
The Trevor Project Resource Center – Guides for youth, educators and caregivers. (The Trevor Project)

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