“Asking for help is not giving up.
It's refusing to give up.”
Reaaaally good books
that have helped me along the way.
The obstacle is the way
The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday is a guide to Stoic philosophy, offering practical advice on how to turn obstacles into advantages, and embrace challenges with perseverance and resilience.
Unf*ck your brain
A no-nonsense and helpful guide on how to cope with a slew of mental health issues that are hellbent on ruining the lives of millions of people worldwide.
Hope and Help for Your Nerves
Claire Weekes, a pioneer in treating anxiety, offered simple and soothing advice that has come to influence much of our approach to panic.
What Happened to You?
Through deeply personal conversations, Oprah Winfrey and trauma expert Dr. Bruce Perry offer a groundbreaking and profound shift from asking “What’s wrong with you?” to “What happened to you?”
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
This book, by Charlie Mackesy, is a touching story of friendship, love, kindness and profound life lessons, told through the adventures of a boy, a mole, a fox, and a horse.
Overall Resources.
Here are a few suicide prevention and mental health awareness resources available.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
If you are having thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 to reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline or go to speakingofsuicide.com /resources for a list of additional resources.
Crisis Text Line
Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7, high-quality text-based mental health support and crisis intervention by empowering a community of trained volunteers to support people in their moments of need.
The Trevor Project
Provides crisis intervention and suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+ youth. Call 1-866-488-7386 or visit their website.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
AFSP is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide, including those who have experienced a loss. AFSP provides information, resources, and support for suicide prevention and awareness.
Not in the US?
Get help from any of the resources listed here on betterhelp.com/gethelpnow.
