Zak Williams Delivers Hope and Encouragement at Grant Halliburton Foundation's Luncheon

DALLAS - March 17, 2022 - PRLog -- On March 9th, Grant Halliburton Foundation welcomed Zak Williams, mental health advocate, CEO and founder of PYM, and son of the late Robin Williams, to share his story at the 13th annual Beacon of Hope Community Luncheon. The luncheon supports Grant Halliburton Foundation's work providing education, resources and support for children, teen and young adult mental health in North Texas.

Grant Halliburton Foundation gave the Beacon Award to 19 members of Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas Hope Squad. In 2020, Jesuit partnered with Grant Halliburton Foundation to launch Hope Squad—students trained to watch for fellow students who are struggling, provide a listening ear, recognize warning signs of suicide and seek help from adults.

Jenny Anchondo, The CW 33 anchor, interviewed Williams in a candid conversation about his famous father's life and passing, his challenges with mental health and his mental health regimen.
A few takeaways:

• About his father: Robin Williams' superpower was to make quick connections and associations. "His giving was an extension of his persona…I'm proud to be his son."
• About his mantra and life's mission: "Service is a path to happiness."
• His idol is Albert Einstein.
• His advice: "To be vulnerable gives you strength. It gives you superpower."

Finally, Williams shared his mental health regimen:

• Incorporate nutrition.
• Add fitness to your routine.
• Find and develop meaningful connections.
• Limit or eliminate alcohol.
• Practice mindfulness.
• Be grateful daily.

In the last 16 years, Grant Halliburton Foundation has provided mental health education, training and support to more than 200,000 students, educators, parents and professionals, thanks to funds raised in part by the annual Beacon of Hope event. The Foundation also offers two free community tools to help North Texans find mental health and addiction information and resources:

• https://www.herefortexas.com/
• The Here For Texas Mental Health Navigation Line, 972-525-8181, is a helpline that offers people personal assistance with finding providers and resources that match their needs. Spanish speakers are available.

More information can be found at GrantHalliburton.org/ (https://www.granthalliburton.org/).