Experiencing loss

Grief is a complicated emotion that can shift back and forth between shock, sadness and anger. There is no wrong or right way to grieve, but with the right support, self-care and reflection, most of us are able to find acceptance and ways to integrate the meaning of the loss into our lives as we move forward.

Letting go of pain

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4-7-8 Breathing Exercise

Losing someone we care about can make us feel fidgety, unable to sit still, chest tightness, shallow breathing and digestive problems. Deep breathing can help soften these side effects and help us cope with overwhelming feelings.

This video walks you through a five-minute deep breathing practice that you can use whenever you need it.

Reflect

Taking a few minutes to focus on your breath can be a powerful tool to shift your mindset. Too often, we get caught up in our feelings and forget to just breathe.

Be aware

Taking a few minutes to focus on your breath can be a powerful tool to shift your mindset. Too often, we get caught up in our feelings and forget to just breathe.

Take care of yourself

Taking a few minutes to focus on your breath can be a powerful tool to shift your mindset. Too often, we get caught up in our feelings and forget to just breathe.

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    Taking a few minutes to focus on your breath can be a powerful tool to shift your mindset.

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    Taking a few minutes to focus on your breath can be a powerful tool to shift your mindset.

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    Taking a few minutes to focus on your breath can be a powerful tool to shift your mindset.

Connect

These resources can help you find professional support online, on the phone, or in person. And if you or a friend are having thoughts of suicide, reach out immediately for a free, confidential chat with a trained counselor anytime.

 

When contacting a resource below, any information you provide will be collected and used by that resource, subjects to its end user terms and conditions and privacy policy. Please contact the applicable resource if you would like more information.

Resource Type Contact
Crisis Text Line

Have a free, confidential chat with a trained counselor. Available 24/7.

Text Line Text ACTION to 741-741
Lifeline

Call for a free, confidential conversation with a trained counselor. Available 24/7.

Call Line 988
Trans Lifeline

A free peer support phone service run by trans people for the trans community, that operates from 10am to 5am EST.

Call Line 877-565-8860
The Trevor Project

A safe, judgement free support service for LGBTQ+ and questioning youth who are struggling or thinking about suicide. Available 24/7.

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ADAA Therapist Search

A tool to help find local mental health services, including teletherapy options.

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BetterHelp

A paid online portal that provides access to mental health services, including online counseling, phone, and text communication.

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TalkSpace

A paid online text therapy platform that provides 24/7 access to licensed therapists who cover a broad range of mental health services.

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Outside the U.S.? Find a Helpline

Free emotional support, wherever you are.

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