SOS

Do these three things before you let yourself drift back into it.

Do not stand there and negotiate. Leave the scene immediately and move before the mind starts building a case.

1. Step Away

Close the screen. Stand up. Leave the room. You navigated here on purpose which means you can navigate away. You are not stuck in this moment unless you keep choosing it.

2. Re-state Your Identity

"I am not someone who does this anymore. This addiction is dead." If you are internally debating going back, you are already too close. Exit the debate.

3. In Crisis?

If you are feeling overwhelmed or having thoughts of self-harm, reach out immediately.

US: Call or text 988, available 24/7.
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 (US & Canada), 85258 (UK), or 50808 (Ireland).
Germany: Call 0800/111 0 111 or 0800/111 0 222.
International: Find A Helpline