Episode 43: Reminders During Heavy Times
In this short episode of Almost Oblivious, Autumn shares space to process the collective heaviness following the recent tragedy in our country. Violence—no matter where it happens—leaves behind shock, grief, and trauma. Autumn offers reminders for coping in difficult times: unplugging from social media, stepping back from the 24/7 news cycle, grounding in the present moment, and leaning on community for support.
This episode is a reminder that we were never meant to carry trauma alone. Healing begins when we pause, breathe, and care for ourselves and each other.
🔗 Resources:
www.psychologytoday.com
National Domestic Violence Hotline
📞 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
💬 Text “START” to 88788
🌐 thehotline.org
24/7 confidential support, safety planning, and resources.National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.) – Dial 988 for immediate support, available 24/7.
SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline – Call or text 1-800-985-5990 to connect with crisis counselors for stress, trauma, and grief.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) HelpLine – Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or text “HELPLINE” to 62640 for mental health support.
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) – Call 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) or chat at rainn.org for confidential support (helpful if trauma was triggered by past violence).
Crisis Text Line – Text HELLO to 741741 to connect with a trained crisis counselor via text.
🌍 For listeners outside the U.S.: Please look up your local crisis hotline number, or check this international directory: findahelpline.com.
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