On August 15, LetsPlay Indonesia and American Corner joined hands to host a meaningful seminar to prevent suicide. The seminar, titled “ACTIVE LISTENING AND MAINFULNESS: A Dual Approach to Suicide Prevention,” was a platform for participants to explore two innovative approaches to suicide prevention. To address this increasingly pressing issue, LetsPlay Indonesia and Amcor UMM joined hands in an incredible online collaboration via the Zoom platform with a primary focus on mental health. In their Mental Health webinar series, the two have endeavored to provide insight, support, and solutions to understanding and overcoming mental health challenges.

Webinar Session

Amcor UMM invited Dr. Emir, an expert in the field of mental health, to open the seminar by explaining the innovative approach he has used to integrate games into learning. He highlighted the importance of “Active Listening” and how its use can create a safe environment for individuals who may be struggling with suicidal thoughts.

Kak Arif, an experienced practitioner in Game-Based Learning, “Mainfulness,” followed with an explanation of how the use of Game-Based Learning, especially Lego Serious Play, can be used to manage stress, anxiety, and negative thoughts that can trigger suicidal thoughts. He guided participants in simple exercises that demonstrated the power of “Mainfulness.”

One of the main highlights of the seminar was the use of the Lego Serious Play method in the context of mental health. Participants were allowed to use Lego to represent their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. This gave them a creative way to express themselves and share their experiences with other participants.