What do I do right now?

If the loneliness feels unbearable or you are thinking of harming yourself, please reach out this moment. In the US, call or text 988, or text HOME to 741741. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. Outside the US, contact your local emergency number or a local crisis line.

Can I get help without being religious?

Yes, absolutely. The crisis lines are free, confidential, and there for everyone, whatever you believe. You do not have to decide anything about faith to reach out and be heard.

You are not alone

When you feel completely alone

If you are thinking about ending your life, or you are in danger right now, please reach out this moment. You matter.

In the US, call or text 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
Text HOME to 741741, the Crisis Text Line.
If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
If you are outside the US, contact your local emergency number or a local crisis line.

You do not have to carry this alone, and you do not have to decide anything about faith to reach out for help.

If you feel completely alone, please know that you are not, even if it does not feel that way tonight. Help is here right now, and people are ready to listen. You matter, and your presence in the world is worth more than the loneliness is telling you.

Loneliness can whisper that no one would notice or care. It is lying to you. There are people who will listen the moment you reach out, and if the ache is heavy enough to hurt, please use the lines above; care from a person and care from God belong together. And quietly: God is near to the brokenhearted. You are seen. You are loved.

“The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”

Psalm 34:18

You do not have to find your way alone. See all the ways to find help now, or ask someone to quietly pray with you. You do not have to explain anything.

A couple of gentle questions

What do I do right now?: If the loneliness feels unbearable or you are thinking of harming yourself, please reach out this moment. In the US, call or text 988, or text HOME to 741741. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. Outside the US, contact your local emergency number or a local crisis line.
Can I get help without being religious?: Yes, absolutely. The crisis lines are free, confidential, and there for everyone, whatever you believe. You do not have to decide anything about faith to reach out and be heard.

You are loved. Please stay.