If you're in a really dark place — right now, tonight, or in the next few days — this work isn't what you need in right this moment. 

What you need is immediate support, from people trained for exactly that.

Please reach out to one of these. 

All are free, confidential, and available 24/7.

Lifeline — 13 11 14
Crisis support and suicide prevention. 
Call anytime, day or night.
lifeline.org.au 

Beyond Blue — 1300 22 4636
Support for anxiety, depression, and general mental health.
beyondblue.org.au

MensLine Australia — 1300 78 99 78
Support specifically for men dealing with relationship, family, or emotional concerns.
mensline.org.au

13YARN — 13 92 76
A crisis support line by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
13yarn.org.au

Suicide Call Back Service — 1300 659 467
Free professional counselling for anyone affected by suicide.
suicidecallbackservice.org.au

In an emergency, call 000.

You don't have to be certain it's "bad enough" to call. If you're wondering whether you should — that's enough of a reason to..