Mental Health Issues?
You are not alone. Come back to this page any time you or a friend needs help.
Resources & Support
Look, life gets heavy sometimes. We’ve all been there — overwhelmed, stressed out, or just not feeling like ourselves. If you’re going through it, just know we see you. Don’t let pride keep you from reaching out. There’s real strength in asking for help, and it’s okay to not have all the answers. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, addiction, or just feeling stuck, you're not alone. We got you.
Coping Tips for Different Challenges
😵 Anxiety
When your mind is racing or your chest feels tight, try the “5-4-3-2-1” trick — name 5 things you see, 4 you can touch, 3 you hear, 2 you smell, and 1 you taste. Breathe in for 4, hold for 7, and out for 8. If you can, step outside or splash some cold water on your face. It’s okay to pause and reset.
😔 Depression
When it feels hard to move, just do one small thing. Make your bed. Open a window. Text a friend. Those tiny wins build momentum. And if all you did today was survive — that’s enough too. You're not lazy. You're carrying a lot.
🕯️ Grief
Loss hits in waves. Some days you’ll laugh, other days it’ll knock the wind out of you. Both are okay. Light a candle. Write a letter to who or what you lost. Play a song that helps you feel connected. There’s no timeline — just keep breathing through it.
🛑 Trauma
If your body or brain feels like it’s stuck in a loop, try a body scan (slowly focus on each part of your body). Keep a go-to list: things that calm you, people you trust, spaces where you feel safe. You’re not “broken” — your brain is trying to protect you.
💊 Addiction
Recovery is real — and it’s not a straight line. Set a game plan for your triggers. Have someone you can text or call when things get rough. Replace the habit with something that gives you a sense of control or release (like walking, writing, or music). Every clean day is a win.
🛌 Burnout
You’re not lazy — you’re exhausted. Burnout doesn’t go away by pushing harder. Get real rest. That might mean sleep, but it also means joy, laughter, saying “no,” and unplugging. Refill your cup so you can keep pouring.
📱 Loneliness
Feeling alone sucks, even in a crowd. Start small — comment on a post, text someone, join a group chat, or revisit an old hobby. Connection doesn’t have to be deep right away. Just showing up is enough.
U.S.-Based Resources
- 📞 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 any time, day or night, if you're feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, or in emotional pain. You don’t have to be thinking about suicide to call — they’re there to help with any kind of crisis.
- 📱 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 if you prefer to talk by text instead of calling. A trained counselor will message you back and help you work through what you're feeling.
- 📞 Veterans Crisis Line: If you’ve served in the military, you can call 988 and press 1, or text 838255 to talk to someone who understands the unique challenges veterans face.
- 📞 SAMHSA National Helpline: Call 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for free and confidential help finding mental health or substance use treatment near you. Available 24/7.
- 📞 211 Helpline: Call 211 to get connected to local services like mental health care, housing support, food, or financial assistance. It’s available across the U.S. and totally free.
- 📞 Friendship Line: Call 1-800-971-0016 if you're 60 or older, or if you have a disability, and want someone to talk to. It’s a 24/7 line that offers both emotional support and crisis help.
- 📱 National Mental Health Resource Center: Visit mhanational.org for articles, tips, and free tools to check in on your mental health and find help.
- 📱 National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Visit nami.org or call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) for information, support groups, and advice on how to talk to someone if you're worried about a friend or loved one.
No matter how hopeless it feels, there’s always help. If you’re reading this, it means you’re already showing strength. Keep going. You matter.