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RUBY: Thanks for helping me chat with Dan. It’s hard to know the right thing to say, even when we have the best intentions.
The important thing to remember is you can always have more conversations. And the more you practice using your plan, the easier it gets.
Dan texted me later to say thanks for the chat. Here, check it out…
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Gold badge text:
DAN: Hey! Thanks again for the chat today. I feel a lot better about it after talking to you. You’re a really good listener.
Silver badge text:
DAN: Hey! Thanks for the chat today. I know I still seemed a little confused about it all, but talking to you still helped. We should definitely talk more about it.
Bronze badge text:
DAN: Hey! Sorry for the long chat earlier… I’m still not sure what to do… I think I might try and talk to my cousin about it. See what he says.
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RUBY: Y’know, it’s not about having the perfect conversation one time. These kinds of talks will come up as you and your friends make decisions ab out drugs, alcohol and vaping or smoking.
Keep the lines of communication open, by checking in with your friends to see how they’re feeling… and know that even if you make a misstep in a conversation, you can always go back and talk about it again.
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RUBY: So what happens when a friend shares something that feels… scary, or like it might be crossing a line? Or maybe you’re just worried about something they might do.
If you notice anything that seems concerning with a friend or a family member, it’s important to tell someone, and ask for guidance on what you can do.
Here are some other places you can go for help if you’re worried about a friend:
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Counselor or therapist
Coach, teacher, or other trusted adult
Friend or family member you trust
Don’t forget that counselors and therapists are confidential. That being said, if they feel like someone's life is in danger, they may have to take action.
And that’s a good thing, because they’re helping keep everyone safe.
Make sure to check out our resource guide in your menu for more ways to support yourself and your friends, determine your goals and motivators, and build strategies to combat stress and anxiety.
There’s some really cool stuff in there.
And what about if you are having a hard time? Maybe your goals aren’t working out how you wanted them to, or you’re struggling with substances.
Remember, life has its ups and downs… and sometimes when things feel down it’s hard to see a way out.
Just know that there are always people to reach out to: friends, family, teachers, counselors and other professionals.
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RUBY: Sometimes just hearing another person’s perspective is all you need to refocus and start working towards your goals again.
Thanks for hanging out with me!