Additional Support
Because sometimes quiet reflection isn’t enough - and that’s okay.
The Quiet Mirror is a space for reflection, not a substitute for professional help or emergency support. If you're in immediate danger or need someone to talk to, here are organisations who can help:
If You’re in Crisis or Feeling Unsafe
Samaritans (UK) – 116 123 (free, 24/7) www.samaritans.org/how-we-can-help/contact-samaritan/ For anyone struggling to cope, at any time
Crisis Text Line (US/Canada/UK/Ireland) – Text HELLO to 741741 Free, 24/7 crisis support via text
Befrienders Worldwide – www.befrienders.org Emotional support centres in 30+ countries
IASP Crisis Centre Directory – www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres Global database of suicide prevention and crisis lines
General Emotional Support
SHOUT – Text SHOUT to 85258 A free, confidential text service for anyone in the UK feeling anxious, stressed, or struggling to cope.
Mind (UK) – mind.org.uk Mental health information, local support options, and a helpline: 0300 123 3393
The Mix (UK) – themix.org.uk – 0808 808 4994 Emotional support for young people under 25. Offers 1-to-1 chat, helpline, and group forums.
7 Cups – 7cups.com Trained listeners and online therapy (free and low-cost)
TalkLife – talklife.co Peer support for sharing thoughts and feelings without judgment
For Women and Survivors of Abuse
Women’s Aid (UK) – womensaid.org.uk Support, chat, and guidance for women in unsafe situations
Refuge (UK) – nationaldahelpline.org.uk – 0808 2000 247 24/7 Domestic Abuse Helpline
RAINN (US) – rainn.org – 1-800-656-HOPE Support for survivors of sexual violence
UN Women Global Directory – unwomen.org Country-specific resources for women around the world
You don’t need to be in crisis to reach out. Just wanting a soft place to land is enough.
These organisations exist because many others have felt exactly how you do. You are not alone.
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