Uploaded March 2021 | Updated September 2026, 4 days ago

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Opening up about the things that make us feel pain is the first step to overcoming pain. We are asking you to welcome your nervousness, your pain, your depression, and all of your emotions fully with every ounce of your being. Accept that they exist instead of fighting them. This is the first step to healing.

Below we have some links to organisations & books that exist precisely to help YOU. There is no shame in looking further than yourself for help. It is brave, powerful,
and a sign of strength from within.
You are not alone.

Alan Watts - The Wisdom Of Insecurity
Alan Watts - Still The Mind
Eckhart Tolle - The Power Of Now
Eckhart Tolle - A New Earth
Tao Te Ching Translation by Stephan Mitchell

Mind UK
Promotes the views and needs of people with mental health problems.
Phone: 0300 123 3393 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm GMT)
mind.org.uk

Samaritans UK
Confidential support for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair.
Phone: 116 123 (free 24-hour helpline)
samaritans.org.uk

Anxiety and Depression Association of America USA
adaa.org

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline USA
Phone: 1-800-273-8255
suicidepreventionlifeline.org

Beyond Blue AUS
Phone: 1300 22 4636
beyondblue.org.au/

If you know a support organisation you would like to recommend for your country or area please share it in the comments below.

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