Help that's here for you
If things feel heavy, these lines connect you with trained people who care. Below them are a few things that can help you get through a hard moment.
Talk to someone now
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988, any time, day or night. Free and confidential.
Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor.
The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ youth)
Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678.
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Things that can help
Tell one person
You don't have to carry this alone. Reaching out to a single trusted person, friend, family member, teacher, or us, can lift some of the weight.
Slow your breathing
Breathe in for 4 counts, hold for 4, out for 6. Repeating this a few times can calm your body when everything feels like too much.
Get through tonight
You don't have to solve everything right now. Sometimes the goal is just to make it to tomorrow. Rest, and reach out in the morning.
Small next step
Drink some water. Step outside for a minute. Text someone back. Tiny actions can start to shift a heavy day.