If you are in distress, you can call or text 988 at any time. If it is an emergency, call 9-1-1 or go to your local emergency department.

Venting is the act of expressing strong emotions, such as frustration, anger, sadness, or stress by talking about them, often with a trusted friend, therapist, or writing them down in a journal. When done in a safe and respectful way, venting can help release emotional tension, gain perspective, and feel supported. It’s not about blaming others or dwelling on problems, but rather letting feelings out instead of keeping them bottled up. 

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