DANGERS TO WATCH OUT FOR

Social media might make you feel like you’re not enough. 

🔴 Cyberbullying
– Mean comments or messages can hurt deeply.

🔴 Fake Perfection
– People only show the best bits. Don’t compare your life to theirs.

🔴 Too Much Time Online
– Staying up late or constant scrolling = tiredness and low mood.

🔴 Harmful Content
– Some videos or posts promote self-harm, violence, or hate.

🔴 Online Strangers
– People may pretend to be someone they’re not. Never share your location, school, or private photos.

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❤️🛑 SOCIAL MEDIA SAFETY📱🚨OOK AFTER YOURSELF:

✅ Block, report, or unfollow people who make you feel bad.
✅ Talk to a parent, carer, teacher or trusted adult.
✅ Take breaks from screens and get outside.
✅ Use privacy settings to control who can see and contact you.
✅ It’s OK to ask for help.

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BULLYING 

UNDER PROGRESS ​

 

🌈 Other Reasons Why You Might Feel Hurt Inside

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It’s okay to feel confused, sad, or upset sometimes. You're not alone — lots of kids feel this way too. Here's a gentle guide to help you understand some reasons why you might feel like hurting yourself or feel very down. 💛

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💬 Big Feelings Can Be Hard

• You might feel sad, angry, scared, or worried all the time.

• Sometimes, it’s hard to talk about your feelings — and that’s okay.

🧠 When Your Mind Feels Heavy

• You may feel very tired, hopeless, or like nothing makes you happy anymore.

• These are signs your brain needs help, just like your body does when it’s hurt.

🏠 Trouble at Home

• Sometimes families argue a lot.

• You might feel unloved, scared, or unsafe at home.

👫 Trouble with Friends or School

• People might be mean, bully you, or leave you out.

• You might feel like you don’t fit in or no one understands you.

💖 Trying to Understand Yourself

• You might be figuring out who you are or feeling different inside.

• That’s okay — you deserve love and respect no matter what.

🎒 School Stress

• Feeling like you have to be perfect or you’re not doing well enough can be really hard.

• It’s okay to ask for help with school stuff.

🕳️ Feeling Very Low

• Sometimes you might think things will never get better or that no one would care if you were gone.

• These are heavy thoughts, and you shouldn’t have to carry them alone.

👀 Seeing or Hearing About Self-Harm

• If someone you know talks about hurting themselves — online, in real life, or in shows — it might feel like an idea.

• But hurting yourself is never the answer, and you deserve safe, kind help.

🌟 You Matter So Much

If any of this feels familiar, please talk to a safe adult — like a parent, teacher, or school counsellor or wellbeing office. Or call a help line made for kids just like you. You are not alone. 🧸💬

🌈 Things You Can Do Right Now

If you have your A Child’s Voice® Workbook, you can use it to help you feel better when things are hard.

Inside your workbook, you can:

• Calm your body and mind

• Learn about your feelings

• Find the courage to speak up

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Take your time — this is your safe space 

If you feel very upset or unsafe, look at the Safety Plan. It will show you who can help you.
You are never alone.

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Read Stories
Read stories about other children who felt big feelings and found help.

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Be Creative
Draw, colour, or write about how you feel.

Listen & Breathe
Try slow breathing or calming music to help your body relax.

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Fun Zone
Play games and puzzles to help you feel calm and happy.

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Talk to Someone Safe

Talk to a trusted adult, family member, or friend.

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Remember This

You matter.
Your feelings matter.
You are important.

Even when things feel hard, there is always hope 

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