ALT Not sure how to approach someone who might be struggling? Try starting with.. Do you know the nearest place to get a coffee? Hey do you need any help? Do you mind if i set here? That's a very cut dog sitting over there isn't it? Excuse me, do you have the time? It's so rainy today, isn't it!

ALT You are not your thoughts, really, you’re not. Read that again, take a breath, let it settle in. We know thoughts can take you to such unkind places, they can tell you you’re worthless, that no one cares, that this pain will never stop and maybe even you’re better off not being here. But thoughts aren’t facts, no matter how loud they get. You are the one hearing them, surviving them every day and that’s no small thing. We know how heavy it can get, and you don’t have to face it alone. Talk to us, we get it. Call free on 116 123. Here whenever you’re ready.

ALT Photo of a person sitting on bench wrapped up in winter clothes, behind them is a festive winter market. The person's face looks a little worried and down. There's text that says 'It's OK if you find this time of year tough'

ALT The person is now on a call (to Samaritans) The text says Samaritans are here for you on 116 123

ALT This World Suicide prevention day we're thinking of anyone who... is struggling with suicide thoughts right now has lost someone to suicide is still here, even they didn't think they would be is struggling to open up about they're going through is supporting someone else through suicidal thoughts has lost their life to suicide

ALT What happens when you call us... 1. We'll usually answer with: Samaritans can I help you? 2. Then you talk, and we'll listen 3. We'll help you explore your thoughts and feelings 4. We won't judge or tell you what to do.