The TearDrop is a space showing how interconnected we are as human beings. Everybody has a weight on their shoulders, regardless of how well they may hide the struggle. These stories are designed to help you understand that you are not alone.
The Silent Battle: What It's Like to Deal with MH as a Man
Mental health standards for men are different. But why is that? Joemar Jerks joins the DPRSD Streetwear brand to offer his side of the story.
Working On Your Mental Health In Prison: 0/10 Would Not Recommend
Discover what it's like to try and better yourself while confined in prison. In this edition of the TearDrop, Joemar Jerks discusses the various struggles he faced while trying to improve despite being incarcerated.
Therapy Through Music
Up-and-coming rapper, BMAR, sits down to drop some wisdom about the importance of self-expression and being your genuine self.
LET’S TALK ABOUT IT
Here's your reason to stay. Suicide attempt survivor Carson walks us through the event that changed the rest of his life, addressing the emotions and pain that come with suicidal thoughts.
Running A Platform To End, “I’m Fine”
Former college volleyball player Kaeli Hutson discusses what it’s really like being a student-athlete as well as the importance of finding self-identity.
OLD PEOPLE, AMIRITE??
The mental health of the senior citizen community is often forgotten about. For this TearDrop, Brooke details the ins and outs of the mental well-being of a growing population.
DPRSD x Rap Fiesta
Read all about the collab between DPRSD and Rap Fiesta, a music blog designed to promote the very best up-and-coming rappers and hip-hop artists from around the world.
Grow Through What You Go Through
Discover a few easy tips for improving your mental health from someone who's been through it themselves.
WHO THE HELL AM I??
Professional yogi and mindfulness expert Isabel walks us through our true self-identity in order to help us find our greater purpose in life.
“We’re Jus 2 DPRSD B*tches”
The edition of the TearDrop features a collab and the introductions for the next drop, focusing on positivity and suicide prevention awareness.
“What’s Your Subtext Right Now?..”
A large part of DPRSD was inspired by my uncle Jimi, who struggled with his mental health his entire life. The insane creative talents my uncle had motivated me to find different ways to talk about mental health.
GET YA MIND RIGHT HOMIE !
Financial expert Karl talks about the importance of controlling our thoughts and what goes into our mind, which will, in turn, lead to success.
*TERRY JEFFORDS CADENCE*: “WHY?!!?!?”
Read about what motivated and inspired me to create DPRSD, despite having no clue where to start and how to launch a clothing brand.
F*CK IT, WE’LL ALL BE DEAD SOON
Off-the-grid influencer Linnea delves into the importance of taking risks and going after what we want in life. After all, we'll all be dead soon anyway...
BALL ISN’T REALLY LIFE THO
Gain insights from a former college basketball player regarding the ups and downs playing sports can bring and how these moments do not define who you are as a person.
STAY BLESSED; WELCOME TO DPRSD
Read about the brand, our goals, and why we're here doing what we're doing!
Why “TearDrop”?
There are a lot of tears that come with depression, anxiety, etc. Whether the teardrops come from sadness, anger, or hopelessness, addressing your mental health is emotional. “TearDrop” also references the idea of a drop in a still body of water. No matter how small, a single drop creates ripples throughout a body of water. That’s the concept of the TearDrop; each story may be a small piece of human existence, but it has the potential to spread change far beyond what we can imagine.
The Purpose
The TearDrop aims to allow anyone interested to share their mental health experience. By doing so, we see just how connected we are when we get honest about our true feelings. Our featured guests also get an opportunity to express themselves unapologetically.
Who Is The TearDrop For?
Whether adding to the collection or simply reading the articles, the TearDrop is designed for everybody. The TearDrop builds a genuine community founded on empathy, showing how connected we are despite our differences. Long story short, DPRSD welcomes all (friendly) people.
Are you interested in sharing a story for the TearDrop?
Feel free to send us a message!