You do not have to handle this alone
If things feel like too much right now, talking to someone can help. The services below are there to listen, and you can reach them from any phone.
Tele MANAS
Free, 24/7, in many languages. Talk to a trained counsellor.
Help lines for India.
If you or someone else is in immediate danger
Call the emergency number. If you can, stay with someone until help arrives.
112My safety plan
A short plan of what helps and who to call, made by you for hard moments. Only you can see it.
Tell someone you trust
A friend, a family member, a teacher or a colleague. You do not need the perfect words. You can say, I am not feeling okay and I would like some company. Being with another person often helps.
Finding a therapist
You can ask your family doctor for a referral, check whether your workplace or college offers counselling, or ask a trusted person to recommend someone. Look for a licensed psychologist or psychiatrist. It is fine to meet more than one before choosing someone you feel comfortable with.
Not in danger, but need to steady yourself?
A two minute breathing exercise can help many people feel a little calmer.
Start a 2 minute breathing exerciseManas is not a medical service and cannot respond to emergencies. It does not replace a professional.