09/10/2026
π World Su***de Prevention Day π
Today, the Family Planning Team joins communities around the world in reminding everyone of one important message:
Your life matters. Your story matters. And asking for help is okay. π
Mental health is part of our overall health. Sometimes the people who are struggling the most may not show it on the outside. A phone call, a text, a conversation, or simply asking, βAre you okay?β can open the door for someone who needs support.
Take time today to:
π Check in on the people you love
π Listen without judgment
π Take concerns about su***de seriously
π Encourage someone who is struggling to seek professional help
π Remind others that they don't have to face difficult moments alone
And don't forget to check in with yourself, too. Taking care of your mental and emotional well-being is just as important as taking care of your physical health.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health or su***de crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline. If there is an immediate life-threatening emergency, call 911.
From all of us at the Family Planning Team, let's continue building a community where it's okay to talk about mental health, okay to ask for help, and where we take care of one another. π
One conversation. One connection. One moment of kindness. It can make a difference.
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