Know What to Say When a Mate’s Doing It Tough

 

  

A simple, step-by-step guide to spot the signs, start the chat, and encourage the next step—without burning yourself out.

 

  

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What You’ll Get 

 

  1. Recognise early signs someone’s struggling

  2. Reach Out with confidence and care

  3. Refer to the right support (without being pushy)

  4. Recharge so you don’t carry it all alone 

 

 Bonus:

  • Extra email content (not in presentation or download) 
  • We’re putting the finishing touches on our Comprehensive Peer Support Guide — a deeper, evidence-based resource on how to support others safely and sustainably. As part of this community, you’ll receive advanced access as soon as it’s released.

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