Real conversations with your students.
"I have been feeling just really down"
"I lost my whole friend group of 4 years. I think that they were just so toxic. i wasn't invited to anything unless i texted them. i would leave with extreme anxiety and no one would ask me if i was ok. and they've all just changed since i met them. we don't have the same values or morals anymore"
"I just dont rlly have anyone i can talk or relate to. Idk just feeling lonely and a little overwhelmed."
"Why do I feel like isolating all the time? I tend to hate people a lot, they just annoy me, though I strive for connection I hate connecting then I hate myself for not being able to just be normal, it's kinda twisted🤷🏻♂️"
"Why are boys so mean 😭😭Are all boys mean 😢"
"There's a lot on my to do list and I feel it piling up"
"That's really comforting, thank you!"
"I was home from school for two weeks because I was depressed because my parents divorced this summer and I moved and haven't been feeling belonged at school"
"i want to stay friends with the girl i just talked to. we work at the same place and she's the only one who's ever been very kind to me. i just feel like my friends are very manipulative of me so i feel like i should just tell them that i'm wanting to take a break and focus on my mental health and happiness"
"Yes you too!! Thanks for helping me feel better"
"How do I increase self-confidence while performing or just stage fright in general?"
"I’m having major body image issues, and I can't focus on school because all I think about is how ugly I am"
"How do I deal with friends that keep fighting and get me in the middle of their drama?"
"this kid said he loves me and i don't know how i feel!!! like he's so sweet but i just can't say it. it's hurting my brain"
"That's a good thought, everyone has something to contribute, sometimes it's just hard to see my part when others seem to have so much more to contribute than I do, I appreciate your help, this program is a really great idea!"
"What can I do to improve my mood?"
"you're so right !! i'm kind of doubting the relationship because it has a lot to do w/ me trusting him!"
"I appreciate it 😊most definitely👍"
"Most definitely, I'm happy to hear whatever you've got to say"
"I want girls to like me"
"Sounds good! I really appreciate you talking to me. It means a ton to me and I had a good time. Thank you. Have a good night."
"My boyfriend broke up with me"
"How do I make and keep friends?"
"Ok I'm scared for my speech in leadership"
"hey thanks im sorry im just being bullied at school and i told the counselor and he's been helping me but it's only getting worse"
"I totally agree thanks!"
"I feel constantly disappointed about myself because I know I can do better, but I don't seem to be able to."
"Wowwww thats so cool!"
"These tips will probably help a lot for now - I'd love to stay in touch, and I'll reach out if I'm struggling again (probably sooner rather than later 😅) thank you so so much"
"I'm dealing with the suicide of a family member- how do I cope?"