Through the Brave Talk training, Maybelline hopes that everyone can be more empowered to become a first responder when their loved ones need someone to confide in. Brave Talk is a set of five easy tips (B-R-A-V-E) formulated by Maybelline in collaboration with KALM to help everyone become a good confidant.

"For those of you who want to be a good confidant, here are five steps that can be practiced: Give full attention: Be sensitive and pay attention to the condition of your friends around you Space and time should be appropriate: Ensure that the situation and conditions are supportive for listening to stories"

Ask questions: Ask to understand what they are experiencing Validate feelings: Validate their feelings until they feel heard and accepted Explore professional help: Direct them to competent professionals in their field if necessary

"Often we think that being a good friend means being able to provide solutions or always being available 24/7, whereas what someone really needs when they are pouring their heart out is a BRAVE friend, someone who is willing to listen wholeheartedly and accept our feelings," said Karina Negara, Clinical Psychologist and Co-Founder of KALM."