Thinking about suicide? Don’t do these things.

Don't...do drugs or alcohol. These can actually make you feel worse.

Don't...be alone. Ideally, you should be with a trusted friend or adult. If that isn’t an option, go to a public place like a library, school, mall, church, or community center.

Don't...do activities that make you feel bad. Sad music and movies, old social media posts and texts, visiting the grave of a loved one–avoid them right now.

Don't...think about negative thoughts. Find a distraction. Watch a funny video. Listen to a happy song. Eat a yummy snack. Draw something.

What to do instead? Talk with someone. Use your safety plan (check it out in your profile). Make a schedule for your day and stick to it. Make time for things that you used to enjoy and do them. Remember your personal goals and values and write them down.

You are brave for continuing to make the choice to live, and you are not alone. Please reach out. BeMe Crisis Line: 1-866-439-2363. Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741. The Trevor Project for members of the LGBTQ community: Text START to 678678.

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