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For Friends

Do you have a friend who just doesn’t seem to be themselves? Something about them has changed, and you’re wondering what’s going on for them? Explore this section for tips on how to support a friend going through a tough time.

Taking care of yourself when taking care of others I know a young person who is using a substance. How do I know if they need support? How You Can Help A Friend Concerned About a Friend’s Alcohol or Substance Use? Tips to Keep Connected with Your Friend Tips for Supporting a Friend’s Mental Wellness Tips for Talking with Your Friend
Stories

Embracing My Journey: A Last Year of High School Filled with Discovery and Empowerment

After feeling overwhelmed, marijuana provided a temporary sense of relief. But soon enough, this youth realized that this cycle was consuming them, and they knew they needed to break free.

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Growing Up with a Parent Struggling with Alcohol Use

Growing up, I knew that my father’s relationship with alcohol was different.

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My Experience with Alcohol Use: Embracing Harm Reduction

Everyone’s journey is different. For me, working on using safely helped me recognize when I might be using alcohol in ways that were harmful to me.

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Creating Your Own Adjustable Self-Care Toolkit

Sometimes, engaging in self-care might feel like it’s just too hard. An adjustable self-care toolkit can allow us to be kinder to ourselves and give us the compassion we need on those hard days.

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Unconscious Bias

There are times we judge someone or something with unconscious bias - without knowing that is what we are doing! Read on to find out ways you can identify unconscious bias in your life, and what to do when you notice it.