Elmo and his friends are helping little kids (and grown-ups) with their ‘big feelings’ amid a mental health crisis

WASHINGTON — When Elmo asked “How is everybody doing?” back in January, he was not expecting the onslaught of stress, despair, and anxiety that hit his replies.

“I’m just looking for somebody to talk to and show me some love if you know what I mean,” famous singer T-Pain wrote back to the red Muppet.

“Elmo I’m gonna be real I am at my f—ing limit,” wrote another user. Elmo’s tweet racked up more than 100,000 responses.

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