Simple ways to practice self-care at home, at school, and in public.
Self-Care at Home
Call the TrevorLifeline at 866-488-7386
Connect with safe, supportive community of LGBTQ folks on TrevorSpace.org
Login to TrevorChat.org
Do an activity that soothes you
Make an appointment with a therapist
Collect a self-care box; collect items that relax you
Self-Care at School
Write down 5 things you’re grateful for
Reach out to a counselor or adult you admire
Identify your feelings; journal what you’re going through
Share trvr.org/lifeguard with an adult you trust
If you’re in class breathe in and out slowly
Observe what’s positive around you
Self-Care in Public
Text ‘START’ to 678-678
Spend time in nature
Pick up 2-3 natural materials and feel them between your fingers
Practice repeating kind words to yourself
Ask for a glass of water and sip it slowly
Snack on something mindfully
Carrollton Rainbow Inc. is a non-profit organization that hosts regular meetups and events in Carrollton, GA and the surrounding West Georgia area for fellowship with LGBTQ+ and allies. Our signature events include our annual Carrollton Pride Festival, Carrollton Pride Prom and Carrollton Drag Shows. Additionally, Carrollton Rainbow partners with local venues and restaurants in Carrollton, GA and other organizations to provide a calendar of fun things to do in Carrollton, GA and fun things to do in West Georgia. We host Q&As, ally-oriented workshops, and online guides to provide the best local LGBTQ+ resources possible as well as to create dialogue with the local community. Carrollton Rainbow believes that representation matters and participates annually in the Atlanta Pride Parade, UWG Homecoming Parade, Carrollton Christmas Parade, Carrollton Mayfest and Carrollton's 4th of July Parade. Our visibility allows others in the West Georgia LGBTQ+ community to live with confidence and pride and to celebrate our identity and shared cultural history.
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