Episode 19: It Ain't Weak to Speak.. But How Do I Reach Out & Ask For Help?

Episode by LIVIN Co-Founder: Sam Webb

Reaching out and asking for help or talking to someone is this skill that we are somehow expected to know, yet we were never actually taught it at school, college or in the workplace. Reaching out and asking for help, while it may seem simple, isn’t easy. You shouldn’t feel any shame for reaching out for help.  For many of you, it might be the strongest thing you ever do.

In this episode I share practical tools and strategies that you can do to reach out and ask for help. I also explain ways you can offer practical and emotional support as a friend for your loved one who is struggling. Reaching out and asking for help can be one of the hardest things you do, so I am a big believer that we all have a responsibility to help ourselves and that of the people we care about. 

Much Love,
SW

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If after listening to this episode and you don't quite feel right or you want to reach out to someone to speak to, we have provided some useful resources below. 

For immediate support please call one of the following 24/7 hotlines. Someone will be ready to take your call. Remember, ‘It Ain’t Weak to Speak’

If you are in Australia:

Emergency: 000

Lifeline: 13 11 14

Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800

If you are in the United States:

Emergency: 911

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255

Crisis Text Line: Text LIVIN to 741741 in the United States

If you would prefer to speak with someone face-to-face, we recommend visiting your local GP (doctor) who will be able to have a chat with you about what is going on in your life and refer you to a mental health professional if required.

For some tools to help you with things like stress, low mood, general worries, please check out our LIVIN tips and tricks here.

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