Your Personal Safety Plan

Create a personalized plan to help you through difficult moments

What is a Safety Plan?

A safety plan is a written set of steps that you can follow when you're having thoughts of suicide. It helps you recognize warning signs and know exactly what to do to stay safe.

This is not a contract. It's a tool to help you during difficult times. You can always call 988 or go to an emergency room if you need immediate help.

Step 1: My Warning Signs

Thoughts, feelings, situations that might lead to a crisis

When I notice these thoughts, feelings, or situations, I know I need to use my safety plan:

Thoughts or feelings:

Situations or triggers:

Click to add common warning signs:

Feeling hopeless Thinking "I'm a burden" Feeling numb Being criticized Financial stress Relationship conflicts

Step 2: Things I Can Do to Help Myself

Coping strategies that don't involve other people

When I notice my warning signs, I can try these things to feel better:

Activities that comfort me:

Places that make me feel safe:

Click to add coping strategies:

Deep breathing Listen to calming music Take a warm shower Draw or write Go for a walk Sit in nature

Step 3: People I Can Reach Out To

Friends, family, or acquaintances for support and distraction

When I need to talk to someone, I can contact:

Remember: You don't have to explain everything. Just say you're having a hard time and need to talk.

Step 4: Professional Support

Mental health professionals or agencies I can contact

My therapist/counselor:

Crisis services in my area:

National Crisis Resources (Always Available):

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
Emergency: Call 911 or go to nearest emergency room

Step 5: Making My Environment Safer

Steps to reduce access to means of self-harm

I can make my environment safer by:

Removing all firearms from my home or asking someone I trust to store them safely

Asking someone I trust to store medications safely

Removing or securing sharp objects

Staying with a trusted person when I'm struggling

Going to a hospital emergency room if I feel unsafe

Step 6: My Reasons for Living

What makes life worth living, even when it's hard

Even when I'm struggling, I want to stay alive because:

People I care about:

Things I want to experience:

My values and beliefs:

Click to add reasons to live:

My children need me My pet depends on me I want to travel I want to help others My faith Making a difference

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